Leather Goods Design Assistant (6-month Fixed-Term Contract)

Scope of the Role:

We are looking for a passionate and creatively driven Leather Goods Design Assistant to join our Leather Goods & Lifestyle Accessories Design team.

This is an exciting opportunity that would suit a recent graduate seeking hands-on experience within a design environment supporting the development of handbags small leather goods jewellery and lifestyle accessories. The role will provide exposure to the full creative process from concept research and sketch development through to prototyping and product development.

Working closely with the wider design team you will gain valuable industry experience while contributing to seasonal projects and day-to-day studio activities.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support the design team across handbags small leather goods jewellery and lifestyle accessory categories
• Assist with seasonal research including inspiration materials colour palettes trends and competitor analysis
• Create sketches renderings mood boards and presentation materials
• Support the preparation of technical specification sheets and product documentation
• Assist with Photoshop renderings and visual presentations
• Help create physical mock-ups and prototype samples
• Support material organisation archive management and studio administration
• Assist the team during product development and sample review processes
• Contribute creatively to design discussions and seasonal concepts

Culture:

• Embrace and demonstrate the Mulberry values and behaviours: honesty dynamism and a community-oriented spirit.
• Support Mulberry to deliver an inclusive culture through behaving in a way that is open-minded and respectful towards others and understanding that your views opinions and experiences may not always be shared by your colleagues.
• Act as an ambassador for Mulberry and communicate positively about the brand.

Sustainability:

• As a certified B Corp we are committed to using business as a force for good. Youll be encouraged to incorporate environmentally and socially responsible practices into your work supporting our Made to Last strategy across Climate Circularity and Community.
• Help foster a culture where diversity is celebrated and every individual feels valued respected and included. Champion equity empathy and understanding in all interactions - internally and externally.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Degree in Fashion Accessories Product Design Leather Goods Design or a related discipline
• Previous internship or university project experience within accessories leather goods or lifestyle products
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite particularly Photoshop and Illustrator
• Strong hand drawing and visual communication skills
• Understanding of technical specification sheets and product documentation
• Ability to create physical mock-ups and models
• Familiarity with 3D design software is advantageous
• Basic knowledge of Salpa 3D pattern cutting techniques is desirable
• Interest in materials research trims and craftsmanship
• Strong interest in fashion arts design and culture
• Curious proactive and enthusiastic with a collaborative mindset
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Eagerness to learn and develop within a fast-paced creative environment

This placement would suit a highly motivated and creatively curious individual looking to gain meaningful experience within a dynamic luxury accessories design team and develop an understanding of the end-to-end design and development process.