Junior Designer - Bags, Belts & SLG's

Job Description

COS is looking for a Junior Designer for bags, belts and SLGs across womenswear and menswear to contribute to the creation of a compelling, on-brand and commercially successful assortment within our RTW Collections. This role plays a key part in supporting the department’s creative direction, strategic goals and constantly looking for new relevant fashion ideas. In this role, you will have a clear understanding of the COS aesthetic and the customer, to ensure visual and design targets of the brand are met. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development of the seasonal bag collection through trend research, design development and creation of detailed research packs and technical sketches.  
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Design, Buying, and Product Development teams to ensure efficient workflow, clear visual communication, and alignment with both short- and long-term departmental goals.  
• Support the communication of department goals and outcomes across the organisation as needed.  
• Assist in fittings by taking notes and updating technical sketches using Illustrator.  
• Assist in sourcing and developing fabrics, materials, and trimmings relevant to bag design.  
• Support assortment planning and product development in collaboration with the Senior Designer and Buying team, using relevant analysis and a strong understanding of the COS customer and aesthetic.  
• Continuously monitor customer needs, market trends, and sales performance to inform design and identify new opportunities.  
• Ensure the collection caters to all customer end uses and reflects all layers of the COS design triangle—from essentials to fashion and statement pieces.  
• Demonstrate a strong design identity aligned with the COS aesthetic, with excellent attention to colour, material, and detail in bag design.  
• Apply strong technical knowledge of materials, colour, construction, and finish specific to bags.  
• Work hands-on with materials and construction techniques, developing mock-ups and prototypes to explore new shapes, functions, and design details that bring innovation to the collection 

Qualifications

Alignment to our company values is the most important characteristic we look for in all new joiners. Our values are the behaviours that we appreciate above and beyond anything else. We are open-minded and curious, we dare to be different, we believe in constant improvement and we empower and trust you to take ownership. Our values are part of who we are, what we stand for and how we act. 

What you need to succeed:

• Previous experience in accessories design (bags essential)
• Degree in Fashion Design, Accessories Design, Product Design, or a related field. 
• Strong sketching and visual communication skills (hand-drawn and digital). 
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; knowledge of AI, InDesign and 3D software is a plus 
• Understanding of bag construction, materials, hardware, and finishing techniques. 
• Ability to create technical drawings and update specs based on fittings and development feedback 
• Strong sense of colour, proportion and detail 
• Ability to interpret trends and translate them into commercially viable designs 
• Clear design identity aligned with the COS aesthetic 
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Clear and confident communicator, both visually and verbally.

Additional Information

This is a full time permanent role based at our Head Office in London.

Benefits

We offer all our employees attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe. All our employees receive a 25% staff discount usable on all our H&M Group brands in stores and online. In addition to our staff discount, all our employees are included in our H&M Incentive Program – HIP. You can read more about our H&M Incentive Program here.

In addition to this UK based colleagues also receive:

• Up to 25 days holiday
• Annual health checks
• Pension scheme
• Discounts on various activities and financial/lifestyle products via our benefits hub
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee assistance via retail trust  
• Private health & dental care

Inclusion & Diversity

At COS we’re determined to create and maintain inclusive, diverse and equitable workplaces throughout our organisation. Our teams should consist of a variety of people that share and combine their knowledge, experience and ideas. Having a diverse workforce leads to a positive impact on how we address challenges, on what we perceive possible and on how we choose to relate to our colleagues and customers all over the world. Hence all diversity dimensions are taken into consideration in our recruitment process. 

Company Description

COS offers a wardrobe of ready-to-wear and accessories rooted in exceptional quality and lasting design. The creative soul of the brand is fuelled by a deep connection to modern culture, dynamic global cities and compelling fashion movements. With an emphasis on expert craftsmanship, innovation and materiality, collections are created with a mindful approach, seamlessly blending contemporary and timeless. Learn more about COS here. 

Please kindly note that in order for us to consider your application, you will need to include a portfolio or examples of your work most suited to the COS design aesthetic. 

Ready to register interest? Click on the I’M INTERESTED link where you can upload your CV and portfolio securely. Once we have received your application, we will keep you updated regularly about the status of your application so please look out for our email.

We are looking forward to hearing from you!