Design Admin Assistant – Renfold Multi-brand

We have an exciting opportunity for a Design Administration Assistant to join the Projects team at Renfold Brands. Working across a portfolio of brands including Chelsea Peers, Urban Threads, Sugardust and Brooklyn Supply Co., you will support the design and product development process across a broad range of fashion and lifestyle categories. This is an ideal first step into the industry for a highly organised, creative individual looking to build a career in fashion design and product development. You will gain exposure to the full product lifecycle, working closely with Design, Buying, Commercial and global suppliers in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. The role spans multiple categories including nightwear, daywear, accessories and lifestyle products across menswear, womenswear and childrenswear. Whilst the role has a strong administrative foundation, it also offers hands-on involvement in design development, trend research and product creation. Key Responsibilities Design & Product Development Produce and maintain technical design files, specifications and artwork to required standards Support the development of seasonal collections from initial concept through to production Create and update CADs, colourways and design developments across multiple product categories Assist in the preparation of design packs and product specifications for suppliers Conduct ongoing trend, competitor and market research, identifying relevant opportunities across fashion and lifestyle sectors Support the creation of trend boards, colour palettes and seasonal presentations Assist with print recolouring, artwork updates and design amendments as required Support the review of samples, approvals and fit comments alongside the wider product team Administration & Coordination Maintain organised sample, fabric and trim libraries, ensuring accurate tracking and accessibility across the team Manage sample tracking systems and internal spreadsheets, ensuring all information is accurate and up to date Coordinate sample dispatches to suppliers and customers, ensuring timely delivery and tracking Prepare materials and product information for internal and external meetings Follow critical paths and key dates, ensuring deadlines are achieved across all stages of development Collaborate closely with the Product teams to ensure comments and approvals are completed within agreed timelines Support the wider Design and Product teams with general administration and project coordination Supplier Communication Build strong working relationships with suppliers and factories through regular communication Assist in managing the flow of information between internal teams and external suppliers Support the product development process by ensuring supplier submissions, approvals and sample requests are managed efficiently Skills & Experience Required BA Degree in Fashion Design, Fashion Textiles or a related discipline Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines Creative with a strong eye for colour, shape, trend and product Strong attention to detail and accuracy Passion for fashion, product development and emerging trends Proactive and self-motivated with a willingness to learn and develop Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across teams and suppliers Positive, can-do attitude with the confidence to use initiative and solve problems Experience creating CADs and technical design files would be advantageous Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel Benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Flexi-hours Hybrid working – 3 days in the office after successfully passing probation (5 days in the office during probation) Staff discount Private health insurance Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Location Stamford Brook, Chiswick, London Portfolio Requirement As part of the application process, please submit examples of your work or provide a link to your portfolio alongside your CV. Unfortunately, applications submitted without a portfolio will not be considered.