Senior Designer – Accessories

West Sussex
Permanent
£65 – £72 DOE
Office based role

Senior Accessories Designer

Location: West Sussex | Department: Design | Type: Full-Time

Create have teamed with, a leading British luxury brand, is looking for a Senior Accessories Designer to join our creative team. This is a key role responsible for developing seasonal collections across handbags, small leather goods, scarves, belts, gifting and more—translating the brand’s heritage into innovative, commercially strong designs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop seasonal colour and concept stories in line with creative direction.
  • Lead the design of technical CADs and design packs across product categories.
  • Collaborate with Product Development to ensure accurate prototyping and construction.
  • Mentor the Design Team and manage design workflow to critical path deadlines.
  • Research new trends, materials, hardware, and methods of craftsmanship.
  • Partner with the Chairman and Product Director to build strategic, market-aligned collections.

What We’re Looking For

  • 7+ years in accessories or leather goods design, ideally in luxury/premium fashion.
  • Strong technical knowledge of materials, construction, and CAD drawing (Adobe Illustrator).
  • Creative, commercially minded, and confident leading cross-functional design work.
  • Excellent communicator and team mentor with a passion for detail and innovation.

This role is based full-time from our client’s office in West Sussex

In this role, you’ll be part of a passionate team with a shared commitment to design excellence and craftsmanship.

If this role interests you please click “Apply” alternatively please send your CV & portfolio to Donna@createrec.co.uk.