Head of Ladieswear and Childrenswear

Head of Ladieswear and Childrenswear

Position: Head of Ladieswear and Childrenswear

Location: London

Salary: Excellent

Job Reference No: D025

Recruiting Consultant: Olivia

Consultant Tel:  0161 511 0655

Email:  olivia@dwrecruitment.co.uk

Details

Head of Ladieswear and Childrenswear

Are you a creative leader with a keen eye for trends and a flair for commercial fashion?

We are partnered with a global fashion company who are looking for a Head of Ladieswear and Childrenswear.

The Head of Ladieswear and Childrenswear will shape the overall design strategy, oversee a team of c35 designers, and play a central role in client-facing presentations and seasonal concept development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of multi-category designers across women’s and children’s apparel.
• Set the seasonal creative vision and ensure it is consistently reflected across all product lines.
• Play an integral role in the design process to ensure collections are both trend-forward and commercially viable.
• Present design concepts and product ranges to key retail clients, building and maintaining strong relationships.
• Collaborate closely with sales and production teams to ensure designs are feasible and profitable.
• Promote innovation and streamline processes in a high-energy, fast-paced environment.
• Identify and pursue new design opportunities for existing and potential customers.

Ideal Candidate:

• Extensive experience in a senior design leadership position (e.g., Head of Design or Design Director) within a women’s or childrenswear fashion supplier or retail brand.
• Deep knowledge of jersey and woven garment categories.
• Strong commercial acumen, with an understanding of profit margins and pricing frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire, and develop design teams.
• Sharp trend awareness and a strong design sensibility, balanced with a clear understanding of commercial demands.
• Confident presenter with excellent communication skills, capable of leading strategic client discussions.
• Proactive, detail-focused, and deeply connected to the pace and demands of the fast fashion industry.
• This position offers an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking creative leader to make a significant impact within a fast-paced, trend-driven business—shaping collections that define the high street.