Leather Goods Designer

About usDeMellier is a London-based brand that was founded with the vision of doing things differently: to design handbags that would make women feel empowered, made ethically and sustainably, while giving back to those who need it most. These principles guide everything we do. All our pieces are crafted ethically in Europe using the finest sustainably sourced materials. We champion equality, and for every piece sold, we fund vaccines and medical treatments aimed at saving the life of a child in need. So far, through our permanent charity initiative, ‘A Bag, A Life’, in partnership with SOS Children’s Villages, we have funded over 2.5 million vaccines. Join us and be part of an award-winning, purpose-driven brand that fosters creativity, collaboration, and meaningful impact within the luxury industry.The roleWe are seeking an exceptionally creative, operationally rigorous Leather Goods Designer to join our team. This role is beautifully tailored for a design-led professional with a refined aesthetic who thrives in a fast-paced, rapidly growing environment. Bridging creative vision with impeccable technical execution, you will take absolute ownership of the design cycle from initial research through to factory-ready specifications. This position demands a rare combination of elevated taste, aligned with the world’s leading minimalist and luxury fashion houses, and a fiercely proactive, self-directed work ethic. You will fully command your domain, driving administrative accuracy across the Design team function and your areas, digital infrastructure, and sample organisation with an effortless sense of autonomy. ResponsibilitiesCreative Conception & Brand AlignmentVisionary Research: Conduct deep, highly immersive design research across contemporary art, architecture, vintage archives, libraries, and historical references to form rich seasonal concepts.Elevated Design: Translate creative direction into highly original leather goods and bespoke hardware concepts that bal