We Are One

At Kurt Geiger we celebrate individuality, believing our differences make us more powerful as a collective.

Diversity, equality and inclusion are at the core of who we are and we strive to reflect this in every corner of our company culture, starting with the promotion of equal opportunities. Though prejudice prevails in our world, it is not welcome in our workplace, and ensuring the equality of all our people processes to recruit a diverse workforce remains paramount.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is granted the opportunity to thrive as their authentic self.

Responsibilities

Develop customer and market focussed product collections each season in line with company strategy for the brand

Research trends, new materials, trims and colour palettes and design new product incorporating your original ideas

Provide technical drawings for suppliers, finalising the approved designs for production

Work closely with the Buying and Product Development team to ensure fit and aesthetics meet the brand requirements

Produce high quality work to targets and tight deadlines

Managing sample tracking and liaising with suppliers weekly, to support development process

Footwear Design degree or equivalent

At least 2 years’ experience as a Ladies Footwear Designer

Has an eye for colour and texture

Confident in presenting your designs formally and informally

A practical knowledge and experience of production methods

A flair for design with great creativity and imagination

Ability to produce original ides based on upcoming trends

Able to work without supervision, but as part of a highly productive team

An understanding and passion for Kurt Geiger, our collections and brand

Requirements

The Person:

• Footwear Design degree or equivalent
• At least 2 years’ experience as a Ladies Footwear Designer
• Has an eye for colour and texture
• Confident in presenting your designs formally and informally
• A practical knowledge and experience of production methods
• A flair for design with great creativity and imagination
• Ability to produce original ides based on upcoming trends
• Able to work without supervision, but as part of a highly productive team
• An understanding and passion for Kurt Geiger, our collections and brand

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary
• Enviable discounts
• RetailTrust support
• Gym discounts
• Enhanced pension & life assurance scheme

If you’re successful, you will work for a business which recognises that amazing people are the key to driving our business forward and fulfil our vision of being the world’s leading multi-channel retailer of luxury branded shoes and accessories. We are a fast-paced business where no two days are the same, so you will need to be adaptable; but we will reward your hard-work, commitment and loyalty with a fantastic benefits package and very real opportunities for progression.