Senior Fashion Designer

Job description / Role

Quest Search and Selection is partnering with a renowned fashion retail group in the Gulf region, and they are seeking a talented Senior Fashion Designer to join their team in Dubai!

This role is all about elevating the product experience with a strong focus on global fashion trends for women. If you’re a creative visionary with a passion for design, innovation, and trend forecasting, this is your chance to make an impact in the fashion industry!

Responsibilities of this role:

Strategy & Planning:
• Conduct market research on trends, fabrics, and techniques.
• Collaborate with the design team to create seasonal themes and mood boards.
• Align product development with business strategy.
• Oversee the design process from concept to final styling.

Designing:
• Develop collections with 30-50 options, covering all categories.
• Review and finalize collections with the senior designer and MD.
• Create CAD pre-designs and technical sheets (Tech Packs).

Merchandising:
• Maintain and build relationships with suppliers.
• Coordinate sample production and approvals.
• Plan, review, and order collections for timely arrivals.
• Negotiate pricing and ensure high-quality standards.

Studio:
• Supervise photoshoots, ensuring the collection is presented as envisioned.
• Assist stylists in selecting the perfect outfit combinations.

People Management:
• Lead, coach, and train the design team.
• Evaluate team performance and provide necessary support.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Fashion Design, with expertise in creating fashion collections.
• Deep understanding of trends, style, and color to develop innovative designs.
• Proven experience in the export fashion industry.
• Strong knowledge of fabrics, colors, prints, and trims.
• Proficiency in design software including Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and CAD

About the Company

Quest Search & Selection is a specialist recruitment consultancy with over 20 years' experience in sourcing the world's best candidates for the global Retail, FMCG and Hospitality sectors.

With offices in the UK & Dubai, we have an international presence and a global reach. Our recruiters place candidates locally and internationally for a wide variety of roles focusing on the following areas:

Retail Buying & Merchandising, E-commerce & Digital, Food & Beverage, Hotels, Hospitality & Operations, Retail Stores & Operations, HR & Recruitment, Procurement, Supply Chain & Logistics, Sales & Marketing, Technical and New Product Development.

We work in partnership with our clients who range from famous international brands within the Retail, Restaurant, Hotel and Consumer products space. Our reputation is built on our in-depth understanding of the industry and our consultants' skill, knowledge and passion for their sectors.