Senior Womenswear Designer - Evening and Occasion Dresses

We’re partnering with an elevated, fast-growing, trend-led womenswear brand based in vibrant, sunny Melbourne, who are on the lookout for a Senior Designer specialising in Dresses - with a strong focus on evening and occasionwear. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role within one of their best-performing and fastest-growing categories.

This is a rare opportunity to shape the creative direction of a key department in a dynamic brand, while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of one of the world’s most liveable cities. If you’re a commercially savvy designer with a passion for feminine silhouettes, elegant detailing, and trend innovation - this role could be your next big move.

Please note a strong relocation package is included for yourself, partner and dependants (if applicable).

Main Responsibilities will include:

• Lead the design of seasonal capsule collections across evening and occasion dresses
• Create compelling colour palettes, key shapes, and fabric direction aligned with brand strategy
• Use your commercial eye to spot and translate global trends into standout, sellable product
• Collaborate with sales and buying teams to ensure the product vision is aligned and driven forward
• Source and develop new fabrics and trims that elevate the collection
• Produce mood boards, seasonal trend packs, and present ideas confidently to senior management
• Deliver weekly insights on competitor and market trends
• Work closely with internal teams to turn creative concepts into commercially viable designs

Person Specifications:

• Previous experience designing womenswear, ideally with a focus on dresses or occasionwear.
• Proven ability to design into a fast-paced, trend-driven environment
• Strong technical and creative CAD skills (especially Illustrator)
• A sharp eye for detail, colour, silhouette, and fabric
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and time management skills
• A self-starter with genuine enthusiasm and a positive attitude

What’s on offer:

• Competitive salary (in AUD)
• Full relocation package for yourself, partner and dependants (if applicable)
• Supportive, creative work culture
• A sunny lifestyle in the heart of Melbourne’s buzzing fashion scene