Designer - Mimco (Jewellery & Accessories)

Purpose

This role is responsible for designing and developing the Jewellery range, in collaboration with the broader Buying and Design team.  

The Designer - Jewellery 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. 

Key Accountabilities

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the design and development process is aligned with broader business objectives and approved strategies. Collaborate to implement business initiatives effectively through existing operational frameworks
• 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
• Liaise with suppliers and overseas agents to communicate design concepts and technical specifications, ensuring successful sample development
• Prepare and present detailed design briefs, seasonal ranges, and creative concepts to the General Manager in partnership with the Senior Designer & Head of Design. Articulate key trends, product innovations, and design rationale
• Oversee the end-to-end design process, ensuring company timetable deadlines are met, from initial concept development to pre production sampling  
• Research and compile seasonal design briefs, , materials, and detailing that reflect current and emerging trends in the market  
• Ensure that the range is commercially viable, appealing to the target customer while balancing creativity with functionality and wearability
• In conjunction with the Senior Designer & Head of Design, Planning & Buying teams, interact with store teams to present the final range, discussing key looks, trends, and how they align with the overall product assortment.

Key Capabilities

• Relevant tertiary qualification in design 
• Experience in a Design role, demonstrating the ability to develop commercially successful collections
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, to deliver collections on time and within financial targets  
• Skilled in Adobe Illustrator and other design tools
• Ability to balance creativity with commercial objectives, ensuring that design concepts align with brand strategy and business goals
• Strong understanding of global fashion trends, materials, and innovations in the market
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly convey design concepts and work collaboratively with internal teams and external suppliers
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrates self-motivation, resilience, and a commitment to continuous improvement, embodying personal leadership in every aspect of the role.

Why work for CRG? 

The Country Road Group is one of Australasia's largest Lifestyle Brand Houses comprising of iconic brands such as Country Road, POLITIX, Trenery, Witchery and MIMCO. Here are some of the great things 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 the ongoing development of our team
• Support community partnerships across our Corporate Social Responsibility Program
• We are committed to operating ethically, sustainably, and responsibly. 

About Mimco

Part of the Country Road Group, Mimco creates contemporary designs that empower individual style and self-expression. Born in 1996 with a passion for creativity, we take pride in our rich Australian heritage. For over 25 years, we've been sketching and designing right here in Melbourne. From handbags to jewellery, there's detail behind every stroke; precision behind every stitch; and craftsmanship behind every motif.