Job Reference: -2
- Date Posted: 12 January 2026
- Recruiter: Zachary Daniels Recruitment
- Location: City, Manchester
- Salary: £26,000 to £27,000
- Bonus/Benefits: Benefits
- Sector: Print, Sales
- Job Type: Permanent
**Design Assistant Greater Manchester Hybrid Working 26,000 - 27,000 Fashion & Lifestyle Brand**
Are you a Design graduate looking for your first step into industry? Or already in a Design role but ready for something fresh, fast-paced, and exciting If so, then this opportunity could be perfect for you.
As their Design Assistant, you'll work on exciting new product in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. We're looking for someone motivated, eager to learn, and genuinely passionate about design, fashion, graphic design (apparel), and print.
**As the Design Assistant, you will**:
- Constantly seek out the latest shapes, silhouettes, colours, fabrics, graphics, and print direction for the season
- Use platforms such as Drapers, WGSN, catwalk reports, and social media to stay ahead of emerging trends
- Build clear, compelling mood boards to communicate trend and print messages
- Support with graphics and print design; including logos, placement prints, repeats,



and artwork updates
- Conduct market research around competitor newness and react quickly by sharing findings and actions with the wider team
- Draw and sketch design concepts confidently
- Use Photoshop and Illustrator to create design developments, graphics, and print artwork
- Bring your designs to life with annotations, callouts, and key design messages
- Attend fit sessions alongside the design and buying teams
- Support your Senior Designer with internal meetings as well as occasional domestic and international travel
- Communicate clearly and professionally with factories and suppliers regarding designs, tech packs, and print artwork
- Create and maintain sample management trackers
- Track samples and keep initial costings up to date for the wider sales and buying teams
- Work closely with product teams for sign-offs, rack-ups, lessons learned sessions, and other cross-functional meetings
- Support and take ownership of essential admin tasks including meeting notes, photo updates, and sample management
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