Brand Story This lifestyle brand is inspired by the spirit of travel, discovery and effortless summer living.
The brand designs vibrant, free-spirited collections that blend original prints, soft washed colours and natural fabrics.
Each collection capturing the ease and joy of holiday dressing.
Role Overview UMENCO is currently recruiting a Head of Design to join a lifestyle brand inspired by the spirit of travel, discovery and effortless summer living.
Reporting to the Creative Director, the Head of Design will lead the design function across all brands, shaping contemporary collections that reflect each brand's individual identity, values and aesthetic while responding to the evolving commercial objectives of the business.
This is a key leadership position within the Design Production division, responsible for setting clear creative direction, overseeing the design process and ensuring collections are delivered to a consistently high standard across quality, design and commerciality.
The Head of Design will oversee the end-to-end design and product development process, from market and trend research through to range conception, CADs, fabrication and print selection, technical development and final product.
Working closely with the Sales team, the role will incorporate post-sales feedback and market insights into seasonal direction and range architecture.
The Head of Design will also establish FOB targets at design pack stage, consider appropriate RRP's and ensure product development remains aligned with the critical path.
Close collaboration with the Technical, Production, Sales and SMU teams will be essential,



alongside the management of offshore suppliers to ensure product is delivered with the desired level of quality, construction and execution.
A significant focus of the role will be leading, mentoring and developing the design team, providing clear direction, regular feedback and hands-on guidance while effectively delegating weekly priorities and ensuring critical path milestones are achieved.
The Head of Design will support the professional development of junior designers through targeted upskilling across trend forecasting, range conception, technical design, product development and sustainable practices.
The role will also contribute to photoshoot concepts, sales handover materials, raw material research and opportunities to enhance product design, fit and functionality.
Domestic and international travel may be required, alongside regular communication with offshore suppliers and participation in fit sessions.
The ideal talent will bring minimum of six years' design experience, advanced knowledge of garment construction and technical design principles and a degree or equivalent tertiary qualification in Fashion.
Strong proficiency across Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Microsoft Word and Excel is required.
Highly organised, proactive and resilient, the successful talent will thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring exceptional communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
They will be commercially aware, solutions-focused and agile in their approach, with a genuine passion for the brands and the ability to foster a team-oriented, accountable and high-performing design culture.

📌 Head Of Design (South Australia)
🏢 UMENCO
📍 South Australia