Job no: 994650 Work type: Full-Time Location: Melbourne - CBD & Inner Categories: Design & Development The role This is an exciting opportunity to support the research, design and development of ranges across Country Road Womenswear. You will work collaboratively with Design, Planning, Tech, and Product Development & Sourcing. Key responsibilities Support the Designer and Senior Designer to design a product range aligned to the brand strategy set by the Head of Design, and aligned to the option plan, price points, margin targets and trade insights Research projects including emerging trend, inspiration, and comp shops based on customer segmentation and brand direction (as needed) Assist Designers to complete technical and construction specifications Support Designers to conceptualise and sketch the range on Illustrator and Photoshop; development and maintenance of all range documents Prepare and collate relevant samples and documentation for key meetings Provide Designers with evaluation of range performance by assessing weekly sales reports and attending trade meetings, taking learnings into future actions Maintain relationships with key stakeholders/vendors to ensure design vision is achieved Adhere to the company timetable and critical path to ensure delivery into stores is on time Completion of key administrative tasks in a timely manner to ensure the maintenance of workflow across departments are within accordance to the critical path. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate Experience working as a Junior Designer, or Design Assistant ready for the next step Degree or Diploma in Fashion Strong technical design and sketching ability Intermediate to advanced skills in Illustrator, Photoshop and Microsoft Outlook with PML experience desired but not essential. Why work for us? A competitive remuneration package, including annual performance incentives Generous employee discounts across Country Road Group brands An additional day of leave for your birthday Hybrid working arrangements in office and from home that provide appropriate work/life balance Seasonal clothing allowance across the Country Road Group portfolio of brands Opportunities to support community partnerships across our Corporate Social Responsibility program Be a member of a company committed to sustainable practices Ongoing training and development to pursue individual ambitions. About us Country Road inspires modern Australian living every day. An icon since 1974, the brand is famous for its effortless style and quality designs that are made to last. Recognised as a leading responsible retailer, Country Road is proud to support local partnerships with Australian farmers, manufacturers, and First Nations communities. The brand is renowned for championing industry-leading initiatives and was the first Australian fashion retailer to partner with Oritain to scientifically verify fibre origin, the Green Building Council to target best practice store design and the Good Cashmere Standard by AbTF to support responsible cashmere production. Country Road is committed to embedding sustainability into its business by improving traceability through its supply chain, working with suppliers that uphold high environmental standards and maintaining responsible sourcing strategies for key raw materials. From its products to its partnerships and stores, the brand looks to drive positive change so you can feel proud of every Country Road purchase you take home. Advertised: 30 Jan 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: 20 Feb 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time Country Road Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application to assist you through the recruitment process. Country Road Group prefers to manage all sourcing directly, please submit your applications to this role if you are interested. Please note introductions via agency will not be accepted.