Boyswear Apparel Designer - Licensed Brands - 12 Months Fixed Term Contract

Job DescriptionWorking Pattern: Typically 5 days in the office, with core hours flexible between 8am-6pm.Please note: Ideal start date September 2026.The RoleAs a Boys Apparel Designer within Next’s Fashion Brands team, you will act as a creative guardian for a prestigious brand portfolio, ensuring the brand's unique "DNA" is translated into elevated, commercially successful designs across boyswear!By bridging the gap between trend research and technical execution, you’ll make a tangible impact on the aesthetic direction of our collections, reacting with agility to market data to keep our offerings ahead of the curve.You will thrive in a highly collaborative environment, working side-by-side with partner brands and internal garment teams to bring concepts to life across diverse product categories. To ensure your success from day one, Next provides comprehensive brand immersion and technical onboarding, supporting your transition into our fast-paced, premium design landscapeWhat You’ll Take OnDesign High-Impact Boyswear/Baby Apparel Collections ages 0-14: Create innovative, commercial boyswear and baby garments that blend technical functionality with licensed brand aesthetics.Manage Factory Partnerships: Liaise directly with global factories and suppliers to oversee the manufacturing process, ensuring your design requirements and technical details translate perfectly into the final product.Build Trusted Licensing Relationships: Foster strong, professional bonds with external license brand partners and internal teams to build a culture of confidence, trust, and seamless collaboration.Coordinate Cross-Functionally: Partner closely with Garment Technologists, Buying, and Merchandising teams to develop fit-for-purpose ranges that meet rigorous performance standards while hitting critical path deadlines.Translate Global Trends: Continually research and communicate emerging global trends in casual wear and formal wear silhouettes, fabrications, trims, and colour, turning t