Junior 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 Junior Designer to join the boohooMAN team.

This role will be based out of our central Manchester office.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Report directly into senior members and the Head of Menswear

• Work closely with the Design, Buying and QC teams in developing the assortment and the collection

• Work collaboratively from concept to completion to ensure alignment of priorities and direction

• Show a high level of awareness by constantly evaluating trends and customer behaviours, keeping up-to-date with trending messages

• Produce and present extensive research, newness, which lead into developments

• Ensure that designs cater for all boohooMAN customer groups

• Constantly monitor and react to sales trends and seek new selling opportunities

• Be involved with fitting of samples collectively with QC and buying

• Co-operate with the buying team to drive product development

• Consideration of relevant analyses and understanding the boohooMAN aesthetics & customer

• Research for Seasonal Trends- including colour, key shapes, details, catwalks, street style, muse updates, prints and graphics

• Complete fast trade reaction reports / boards in line with team requirements

• Present to senior and wider teams

• Collate and distribute fabric and trim sourcing packs

• Liaise and visit supply bases in line with business requirements

• Build and maintain external supplier relationships

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

• 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 fabric qualities and colour

• Excellent communication skills

• Team player - Has a sense of humour!

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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