Senior Fashion Designer - #2192930

bound | Manchester, UK | Full-Time, Office-Based

Founded in 2018, bound is an independent British menswear brand built around considered design, distinctive silhouettes, premium fabrics and a contemporary approach to everyday dressing.

As we continue to evolve, we're looking for an ambitious and creatively driven Senior / Lead Fashion Designer to join our Manchester-based team and play a pivotal role in shaping the next chapter of the brand.

This is a rare opportunity for a designer who wants genuine creative freedom, ownership of their work and the ability to make a lasting impact on a growing independent fashion brand.

Working directly alongside the Founder, you'll have the autonomy to develop collections from initial concept through to finished product, supported by a Junior Designer.

We're looking for someone who doesn't just follow trends, but has the confidence, vision and technical knowledge to help create them.

You'll take a leading role in the creative development and execution of BOUND's seasonal collections, working across a broad range of menswear categories, with a particular focus on outerwear, woven garments and knitwear.

From fabric selection and silhouette development to campaign styling and international shoots, you'll be involved in the entire creative journey.

This is a hands-on, highly creative position offering the opportunity to influence not only the products we make, but how the brand looks, feels and evolves.

Design & Creative Direction

• Lead the design and development of seasonal collections, capsules and individual styles.
• Work across outerwear, knitwear, woven garments, jersey, denim and other menswear categories.
• Research and develop new silhouettes, fabrics, textures, finishes and construction techniques.
• Build compelling seasonal concepts, moodboards, colour palettes and collection narratives.
• Take ownership of designs from initial sketches and technical packs through to sampling and final production.
• Continuously introduce new ideas and product opportunities that push BOUND forward.
• Work closely with the Founder to develop and refine the brand's creative identity.

Product Development & Production

• Develop detailed technical packs, specifications and construction requirements.
• Work directly with international manufacturers and suppliers to bring designs to life.
• Oversee sampling, fittings, fabric selection and product refinements.
• Ensure products meet our standards for quality, fit, finish and commercial viability.
• Balance creative ambition with commercial awareness, ensuring collections are both distinctive and relevant to our customers.

Campaigns, Styling & Brand Identity

• Contribute to the styling and creative direction of seasonal campaigns, lookbooks and product shoots.
• Attend international campaign shoots, helping bring collections and creative concepts to life.
• Collaborate with the wider creative and marketing teams to ensure a consistent visual identity.
• Help develop complete looks and outfits that communicate the BOUND aesthetic.
• Bring fresh ideas to how our products are presented, styled and communicated.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Work directly with the Founder on collection strategy, product direction and creative development.
• Provide guidance, mentorship and day-to-day support to our Junior Designer.
• Take ownership of design priorities, development timelines and collection execution.
• Collaborate closely with production, buying, marketing and content teams.

We're looking for someone who combines exceptional creative instincts with strong technical ability and a genuine passion for menswear.

You'll ideally have:

• Proven experience in a Senior Designer role, or a strong Midweight Designer ready to take the next step.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating experience across outerwear, wovens, knitwear and contemporary menswear.
• Excellent knowledge of fabrics, garment construction, fits and manufacturing processes.
• Confidence in developing collections independently, from concept through to production.
• Strong technical skills, including Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and technical pack creation.
• Experience working directly with factories and suppliers.
• A strong understanding of contemporary menswear, emerging trends and the wider fashion landscape.
• A keen eye for styling, proportion, colour and overall collection cohesion.
• The ability to balance creative thinking with commercial considerations.
• A proactive, ambitious and collaborative approach.

Most importantly, we want someone with a distinct creative point of view, confidence in their ideas and the ambition to help build something special.

Real Creative Freedom

Work Directly With the Founder

International Campaign Opportunities

A Broad Creative Scope

Make a Real Brand Impact

Location: Manchester, UK

Contract: Full-time, office-based

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Benefits: 50% Staff Discount, 29 Days Holiday (inc BH), social team / events and trips.

To apply, please send your CV, portfolio and a short introduction outlining your experience and why you'd like to join to [email protected]