Designer - Country Road Womenswear (Casual/Denim)

We seek only the best candidates who are passionate brand ambassadors and determined to contribute to our team's performance. We are always on the look-out for dedicated, fashion-forward, and like-minded individuals

Apply now Job no : 999401

Work type : Full-Time

Location : Melbourne - CBD & Inner

Categories : Design & Development

The Designer ensures that the collection is innovative, commercially viable, and aligned with the brand's vision and customer expectations. By staying attuned to market trends, materials, and production techniques, this role drives the creation of distinctive, high-quality designs that meet margin targets and enhance the brand's overall offering.

1. Oversee the design and development of product ranges, ensuring alignment with the brand vision, option plans, price points, and target margins. Work closely with the Senior Designer to ensure the range reflects the brand's image and market position.
2. Build strong partnerships with the Merchandise Planning and Buying teams, ensuring the range is balanced across core, seasonal, and seasonal products, and that it meets the company's financial targets.
3. Liaise with suppliers and overseas agents to communicate design concepts and technical specifications, ensuring successful sample development.
4. Prepare and present detailed design briefs, seasonal ranges, and creative concepts in partnership with the Design team.
5. Articulate key trends, product innovations, and design rationale.
6. Ensure that the range is commercially viable, appealing to the target customer while balancing creativity with functionality and wearability.

• Experience in a Design role, demonstrating the ability to develop commercially successful collections — Experience with Casual / Denim.
• Proven track record in building well-rounded ranges that consider core, seasonal, and seasonal product lines, ensuring alignment with brand vision and market demand.
• Experience working with international suppliers, sourcing materials, and managing the product development process.
• Ability to balance creativity with commercial objectives, ensuring that design concepts align with brand strategy and business goals.
• Proactive problem-solving skills, resolving design and production challenges to ensure smooth development processes.
• Self-motivation, resilience, and a commitment to continuous improvement, embodying personal leadership in every aspect of the role.

The Country Road Group is one of Australasia's largest Lifestyle Brand Houses, comprising iconic brands such as Country Road, POLITIX, Trenery, Witchery, and MIMCO. Here are some benefits we offer:

• Generous employee discounts across our House of Brands
• Seasonal clothing allowance
• An additional day of leave for your birthday
• An industry-leading Parental Leave Program
• Flexible working arrangements to support work/life balance
• Annual learning calendar to support ongoing development
• Support for community partnerships through our CSR Program
• We are committed to operating ethically, sustainably, and responsibly.

As Australia's favourite lifestyle brand, beloved around the world, we deliver timeless Australian style designed for life and made to last.

Advertised : 12 Aug 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close : 09 Sep 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Country Road Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. If you require support or access accommodations, please inform us during your application process.

We prefer to manage sourcing directly; please submit your application directly for this role. Introductions via agencies will not be accepted.

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