Freelance Senior Womenswear Designer – Supplier – London – Immediate Start

Back to CandidatesPosted on July 2, 2026Freelance Senior Womenswear Designer – Supplier – London – Immediate StartReference: GC97191competetivehybridLondonFreelanceLocation: Battersea, London SW11 (Hybrid)Contract: FreelanceStart: ImmediateWorking Pattern: 3-4 days per week (rolling contract), with 1–2 days based in the Battersea office.Potential: Opportunity to become a full-time permanent position for the right candidate.The CompanyOur Client is a global fashion supplier working with leading high street retailers across multiple product categories. With their own manufacturing facilities in Bangladesh, they design and develop commercially successful collections for a broad customer base.We are looking for an experienced Freelance Senior Womenswear Designer (or an established Womenswear Designer ready to take the next step) with a strong background in Soft Wovens.This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded designer with a passion for creating beautiful, wearable collections.Key ResponsibilitiesResearch seasonal trends, customer insights and market intelligence to create commercial collections.Design trend-led ranges for leading high street retail accounts.Produce CADs, technical packs and factory-ready specifications.Manage the design process from initial concept through to approval.Collaborate closely with mills, suppliers and product development teams.Support development trips and contribute to new product innovation.Monitor competitor activity and emerging fashion trends.About YouThe successful candidate will have:Strong Womenswear design experience, particularly within Soft Wovens.Experience designing for UK high street retailers.Excellent commercial awareness with strong trend forecasting skills.Strong CAD skills, garment construction knowledge and fabric expertise.Advanced Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop skills.Excellent communication and organisational skills.The ability to manage multiple projects independently whilst working collaboratively w