Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role
Kurt Geiger is an inclusive, creative footwear and accessories brand powered by kindness, inspired by the energy and diversity of London. We are seeking a creative and skilled Assistant Designer to join our Ladies’ Footwear Design team. This exciting role offers the opportunity to be a key part of a small, collaborative team, contributing hands-on to the development of design-led, fashion-forward collections that are customer-focused and aligned with our brand strategy.

In this role, you will support the design and development of a variety of ladies’ footwear styles, with a focus on trainers as well as formal and casual silhouettes. You will research trends, shapes, materials, and trims, bringing original ideas to life through sketches and technical drawings. You will finalise approved designs for production and work closely with suppliers and the buying team to ensure every product meets our standards for fit, quality, and brand identity.

Strong CAD skills, an eye for detail, and a clear understanding of current trends are essential. If you are passionate about footwear and excited to contribute to dynamic, market-relevant collections, we would love to hear from you.

Experience
- Footwear design experience
- Internship or admin experience within a footwear design environment

About you
- Motivated, proactive, and eager to learn
- Organised with the ability to track samples and developments
- Passionate about fashion with a strong interest in and keen eye for current and upcoming trends
- Creative flair with a passion for sneakers and casual footwear
- Ability to interpret trends through the lens of the brand, incorporating existing house codes and evolving iconic styles
- Ability to translate concepts and two-dimensional designs into detailed illustrations using Adobe Illustrator or freehand sketching
- Practical knowledge and experience of producing spec sheets for production
- Able to work independently but within a team
- Positive attitude with strong relationship-building and communication skills
- Open minded and receptive to feedback, flexible with the ability to adapt when direction shifts
- Excellent attention to detail

Qualifications
No formal qualifications specified, but relevant footwear design experience and skills are essential.