Head of Design - Luxury RTW BrandMODE SEARCH Ltd. • London, England, United Kingdom
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Head of Design - Luxury RTW Brand
MODE SEARCH Ltd.
- London, England, United Kingdom
- London, England, United Kingdom
About
Mode Search are collaborating with a distinctive British luxury fashion house in their search for a Head of Design.
This is a pivotal role at an exciting time of renewal for the brand, as it enters a new era that honours its iconic creative DNA while redefining its relevance in today’s luxury landscape. Partnering closely with the Creative Director and CEO, the Head of Design will help shape the brand’s next chapter – translating artistic vision into modern, coherent, and commercially successful collections.
This is a rare opportunity for a highly experienced luxury RTW designer to play a central role in reimagining one of Britain’s most distinctive fashion houses.
The Role:
Partner with the Creative Director to interpret seasonal concepts, silhouettes, and colour directions into elevated ready-to-wear collections
Design across all categories (outerwear, tailoring, daywear, eveningwear, knitwear, separates) to create a complete wardrobe offering
Balance creativity with commercial viability, ensuring design excellence supports both brand DNA and business goals
Lead the end-to-end design process from research and sketching through fittings, sampling, and final sign-off
Introduce structure and efficiency to the design process, improving communication between design, atelier, and product development
Ensure technical accuracy and feasibility of design handovers for internal and external partners
Collaborate with PD, sales, and merchandising on range planning, pricing, and fabric strategy
Participate in fittings, partnering with Atelier to maintain the highest standards of construction and finish
Oversee capsule and exclusive projects (bridal, collaborations, VIP) ensuring creative alignment
Mentor junior designers, fostering creativity, teamwork, and discipline within the studio
Requirements:
8–10 years’ experience in luxury ready-to-wear design, ideally across full wardrobe collections (not only evening/occasion)
Strong ability to balance creativity with commercial awareness and margin goals
Deep technical knowledge of garment construction, fabric development, and finishing
Proven experience bringing clarity, process, and accountability into design workflows
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
A collaborative, highly organised team player who thrives in fast-paced studio environments
Passionate about silhouette, craftsmanship, and the evolution of contemporary luxury
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Design
Industries Staffing and Recruiting
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