Senior Designer - Apparel and Accessories | 12m contract

Senior Designer

NSW Support Centre

Building 3 & 4, The Mill, 41-43 Bourke Road, Alexandria, NSW, 2015, AUSTRALIA

We are seeking a talented and commercially minded Apparel & Accessories Designer to join our Design team on a 12-month maternity leave contract.

In this role, you will lead the design and development of Seafolly's apparel and accessories collections, translating seasonal trends and creative direction into commercially successful products that embody our brand aesthetic. From initial concept through to production, you will play a key role in delivering collections that meet customer needs while achieving fit, quality, cost and margin objectives.

Working closely with cross-functional teams and offshore suppliers, you will drive product development, ensure technical excellence throughout the design process, and contribute to the continued success of one of Australia's most iconic swimwear and lifestyle brands.

About Seafolly:

Born on the sun-soaked beaches of Sydney in 1975, Seafolly has been making waves in swimwear ever since. Our mission? To give women around the world that unbeatable feeling of confidence through innovative designs that put fit first. We live and breathe the Australian beach lifestyle, using it's iconic energy to inspire all that we do. From bold prints to timeless silhouettes, our collections are designed to empower women to embrace the beach with confidence and style. Today, Seafolly is loved globally, with concept stores, online boutiques, and select retailers in over 50 countries.

You will:

Design and deliver cohesive, brand-aligned seasonal apparel and accessories collections that balance creativity, trend relevance and commercial success.

Lead the end-to-end design process, translating trend research, colour,



print and fabric direction into market-ready product from concept through to production.

Create detailed CADs, technical drawings and design documentation that clearly communicate product vision and development requirements.

Drive product development excellence by partnering with Garment Tech, Product Development and suppliers to achieve fit, quality, construction and finish standards.

Review and manage sample development, providing clear technical feedback on fit, fabrication, construction, proportion and finishing details.

Apply strong commercial acumen to balance design integrity, customer needs, quality, cost and margin objectives while identifying product innovation opportunities.

Build and maintain effective relationships with offshore suppliers and factories, ensuring timely communication and successful product outcomes.

Lead, mentor and support the Assistant Designer while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver seasonal collections on time and achieve key development milestones.

You have:

8+ years’ experience in apparel and accessories design, ideally within a fashion, lifestyle, swimwear or resortwear brand.

Proven ability to manage the full product development lifecycle from concept and design through to production.

Strong technical expertise across apparel construction, fabrics, trims, finishes and manufacturing, including wovens, cut-and-sew and knitwear.

Advanced Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop skills,



with the ability to create detailed CADs, technical specifications and design drawings.

Strong understanding of garment fit, with the ability to assess samples and provide clear, constructive feedback.

Experience collaborating with offshore suppliers and factories to deliver quality products on time and within budget.

Commercially minded with strong product and quality knowledge, balancing design vision, cost, quality and production feasibility.

Highly organised and collaborative, with excellent communication skills, the ability to manage multiple seasonal deadlines, and experience mentoring junior designers.

We offer:

Generous employee discounts on Seafolly, JETS & Tigerlily products

Paid parental leave

Birthday Leave. Treat yourself and enjoy a paid day off for your birthday!

Summer Fun Leave. Enjoy 2 extra days off during summer to soak up the sunshine and enjoy the beaches!

Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family with the Sonder Platform.

Outstanding work culture in a passionate team environment

Training, development and career progression

The opportunity to be an ambassador for Australia's most loved swimwear brand

Refer a friend. Enjoy a referral reward for successfully placing a referral

Screening Questions

- What is your current work rights status in Australia?
- What is your notice period?
- What are your salary expectations (excluding superannuation)?
- Please attach your portfolio.
- Are there any pre-booked holidays or leave arrangements we should be aware of within the next 6 months?
- What is your level of experience in apparel and accessories design, and how many years have you worked in this field?
- Please specify visa type and expiry date

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