Design Assistant (Womenswear) in Melbourne

As Australia’s favourite lifestyle brand, beloved around the world, we deliver timeless Australian style that is designed for life and made to last.

The Design Assistant provides creative, administrative and day-to-day support to the Senior Designer.

The DA role is an integral part of the womenswear team, working collaboratively with the broader Design, Product Development and Technical Design teams.

This role plays an important part in supporting the end-to-end bags design and development process, from initial concept and research through to sampling and final product delivery.

Working closely with Bag Designer, the Design Assistant will assist with trend and market research, concept development, CADs and design presentations, creating detailed specification packs, preparing detailed proto comments, work closely with suppliers, sample management and the maintenance of accurate product and design information.

The role will also provide general administrative and organisational support, helping to ensure product development timelines are maintained, and the design process runs smoothly and accurately.

This is a great opportunity for a creative, highly organised and detail-oriented individual to gain hands‑on experience within a fast‑paced fashion environment, develop their technical and creative skills, and build a strong understanding of the end-to-end bags design and development process.

• How You Will Contribute
• Assist Designer with creating accurate CADs, design spec sheets, product briefings, preparing product comments, BOMs and product ranges.
• Conduct trend, market and inspiration research aligned to customer, brand and creative direction.
• Prepare and collate samples, materials and documentation for range and design meetings.
• Support communication of colour, material, hardware, detail, code and product updates across relevant teams.
• Coordinate sample management, WIP unpacking and Range Board maintenance.
• Maintain and organise the material, hardware and sample library, including the Range Review Room.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors to support the design vision.
• Manage PLM inputs and product information accurately and within required timelines.
• Maintain style name databases, colour palettes and hardware information, across both physical and digital formats.
• Support the team with critical path management, meeting administration and reporting, including minute taking, while adhering to company values and processes
• Capabilities We Value
• Diploma or degree qualification in Design.
• Previous experience as a Design Assistant, or a graduate with strong design and creative capabilities.
• Strong Adobe Illustrator skills, Microsoft 365 required.
• Strong communication, teamwork and collaboration skills within a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively and work efficiently.
• Genuine interest and passion for accessories design, with a strong creative flair.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Resourceful problem-solver with strong critical thinking and the ability to adapt to a dynamic environment.

What We Offer

• Flexible work arrangements to support work life balance
• Bi-annual product allowance, access to sample sales and 40% discount for you and your immediate family across all CRG brands
• Flex your leave your way, including birthday leave, volunteer leave, personal leave and more
• Access to health and wellbeing support, including Health Insurance, 24/7 EAP counselling and financial advice services.
• 18 weeks paid parental leave program for eligible employees with return-to-work clothing allowance
• Internal career opportunities across our portfolio brands
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Support meaningful community and charity partnerships across our brands, including OCRF, Our Watch, First Nations Reconciliation, Movember, Red Cross and Landcare

Who We Are

Country Road Group is a design-led portfolio of premium fashion brands, comprising five iconic labels: Country Road, Mimco, Trenery, Witchery and Politix.

Each brand has its own story, and together they hold a market-leading position in the mid to upper tier of Australia's specialty fashion segment with a focus on delivering our ambition to build a portfolio of distinctive brands that drive sustainable growth.

Country Road Group is part of Woolworths Holdings Limited (South Africa), a leading Southern Hemisphere retail group.

Country Road Group acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities.

We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and to Elders past and present.

We’re committed to inclusion and accessibility. If we can support you with any adjustments at any stage, please let us know

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