Senior Menswear Designer
THE ROLE
At Debenhams Group, we are on a journey of transformation, revitalising our brand, culture, and connection with colleagues and customers alike. In a fast-changing retail environment, effective and authentic communication is vital to building trust, aligning our teams, and amplifying the impact of our work across internal and external audiences.
We are looking to hire an experienced Senior Designer with a clear understanding of the boohooMAN customer base and support the commercial targets of the brand.
Being part of the boohooMAN design team requires a positive personality and drive to seek out and take on any task no matter how big or small.
This role will be based out of our Ancoats, Manchester office.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
As a Senior Designer at boohooMAN, you will play a key role in driving the brand forward through innovative, trend-led design and strong commercial awareness. You will lead by example, supporting and motivating junior designers while collaborating closely with senior stakeholders across Design, Buying, Product Development, and QA.
You will manage the design process from concept to delivery across multiple product categories, ensuring collections remain fresh, commercially relevant, and aligned with the boohooMAN brand and customer.
PRODUCT: Product is everything to us and we’re not in the habit of doing anything sub-standard, not now, not ever.
CREATIVITY IS KEY: Consistently delivering strong creative concepts is crucial to the brand's vision.
CORE VALUES: Be involved. Be disruptive. Be bold.
- Lead the design and development of trend-led, commercially viable products across multiple categories.
- Manage projects and design timelines from concept through to final delivery.
- Support, mentor, and motivate junior designers, fostering creativity and high performance.
- Collaborate closely with Buying, Product Development, and QA teams to build strong assortments and successful collections.
- Review and refine design work before submission for final sign-off.
- Monitor sales and market trends to identify opportunities, drive product “move-ons,” and establish best sellers.
- Conduct seasonal trend research including colour, shapes, graphics, catwalks, and street style.
- Prepare and deliver clear and compelling design presentations.
- Lead sample fittings with Buying and QC teams to ensure product quality and fit.
- Source fabrics and trims, collate sourcing packs, and maintain strong supplier relationships.
- Participate in and lead design meetings, brainstorms, and creative reviews.
- Ensure all designs reflect the boohooMAN brand aesthetic and customer needs.
- Support recruitment activities where required.
WHAT WE LOOK FOR
Your Skills, Knowledge and Experience
- Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop skills.
- Strong team player and inspiring communicator.
- Ability to work well in a fast paced and creative environment.
- Flexibility to travel.
- Confidence in garment design and construction.
- Excellent eye for detail.
- Understanding of technical fabric qualities, detail and colour.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Team player – has a sense of humour.
- An experienced mentor, to manage and develop junior team members.
WORKING WITH US
At Debenhams Group we thrive on change, innovation, and pace. Every challenge is an opportunity, and every day is a chance to push boundaries. If you’re someone who embraces the unknown, thrives in a fast-moving, high-growth environment, and is ready to shape the future of retail, you’ll love it here. We want visionaries, disruptors, and doers—people who bring fresh thinking, relentless energy, and the drive to make an impact.
WHY JOIN US
Our mission is to create a workplace where everyone is respected, individual differences are valued, and people can be themselves at work — without exception.
2025 was a year of significant change for the Group. 2026 is about bold moves, real results and unstoppable momentum. If that excites you, you belong at Debenhams Group.
Our benefits include (subject to level and eligibility):
- Highly competitive bonus scheme, company pension, share schemes, private medical cover and life assurance
- Access to an on-site gym and free weekly Pilates, yoga and fitness classes
- Discount across all brands
- Comprehensive wellbeing package
- Dog-friendly offices (in selected locations)
- Ongoing learning and development with strong internal progression
- On-site canteen serving breakfast, lunch, snacks and hot drinks
- Free season ticket loan
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