Entry Assistant Designer - Topshop

Company Description

TOPSHOP and TOPMAN are iconic British fashion brands with 60 years of heritage. Headquartered in London, the Brands have over 2 million customers across the globe through the ASOS platform and generate brand sales of c£200m. Our mission is to unlock the best of fashion for everyone, with creativity and innovation at our core.

Following the formation of a Joint Venture between ASOS and HEARTLAND in October 2024, ASOS is creating a standalone cross-functional team within ASOS which is dedicated to unlocking the huge growth potential of the TOPSHOP and TOPMAN brands. The brands will now benefit from ASOS infrastructure and resources while enjoying the creative freedom and agility of standalone brands.

The next 12 months for TOPSHOP and TOPMAN will see the expansion of the brands’ offline and online retail presence with the launch of Topshop.com and new wholesale partnerships.

Job Description

The Role

We're looking for a Design Graduate to join the Topshop Design team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for fashion, trends and product to gain hands-on experience within a fast-paced fashion business.

Working closely with Designers, Senior Designers and the wider Design team, you'll support the development of the Topshop product offer across multiple categories. From trend research and concept development through to product creation and fittings, you'll gain exposure to the full design process while developing your creative and technical skills.

This role would suit someone who is highly organised, creatively curious and eager to learn from an experienced design team.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the design team with trend and market research.
• Creating mood boards, colour palettes and design presentations.
• Assisting with CAD development and technical sketch work.
• Preparing design packs and product information for supplier communication.
• Supporting sample management and organisation.
• Assisting with fit sessions and maintaining fit notes.
• Researching competitors, emerging brands and cultural trends.
• Supporting the team with range reviews and product sign-offs.
• Maintaining design archives and seasonal inspiration libraries.
• Contributing creative ideas and design solutions within team meetings.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• Recently completed a Fashion Design degree or equivalent.
• Strong interest in the fashion industry and the Topshop brand.
• Excellent eye for fashion, product and emerging trends.
• Good understanding of shape, colour, fabrication and product development.
• Strong Adobe Creative Suite skills, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Able to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong communication skills and confidence presenting ideas.

We'd Love To See

• A portfolio that demonstrates creativity, trend awareness and product thinking.
• Awareness of the contemporary fashion market and competitor landscape.
• Interest in culture, social media, art, music and fashion trends.
• Experience creating CADs, mood boards and design presentations.

Additional Information

BeneFITS’

• Employee discount (hello ASOS discount!)
• Employee sample sales
• 25 days paid annual leave + an extra celebration day for a special moment
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Private medical care scheme
• Flexible benefits allowance - which you can choose to take as extra cash, or use towards other benefits
• Opportunity for personalised learning and in-the-moment experiences that enable you to thrive and excel in your role