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Midweight Apparel DesignerAbout the BusinessOur client is a fast-growing, design-led performance apparel brand based in Liverpool. The brand operates at the intersection of sport and lifestyle, creating high-performance products designed to support movement, confidence and everyday wear.With a strong community focus and a reputation for innovation, the business continues to scale at pace while maintaining a collaborative and agile culture. The team is passionate about product, detail and delivering collections that balance performance functionality with modern design aesthetics.Location: LiverpoolWorking Pattern: Full-time, onsite (flexible working)Salary: Up to £35,000 per annumDomain Experience: Sportswear and performance apparel design ideally The RoleAn opportunity has arisen for a mid-level Apparel Designer to join the menswear design team. This role will suit a creative and adaptable designer with a strong sportswear background and a genuine passion for performance product.Working closely with senior design leadership, you will contribute to seasonal collections and special projects across both sports performance and lifestyle apparel. The position requires a commercially aware mindset, a sharp eye for detail and the ability to translate research and insight into innovative, brand-aligned product.Cross-functional collaboration is central to the role, particularly with product development, materials and wholesale teams. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential. Key ResponsibilitiesDrive seasonal menswear design direction using data, customer insight and market research to inform creative and commercial decisions.Lead the design and development of assigned ranges from initial concept through to final production.Conduct seasonal colour research and develop commercially relevant palettes.Translate global and market trends into brand-right product.Undertake functional research to understand end consumer needs, performance requirements and sport-specific considerations.Participate in overseas development trips, inspiration visits and competitor benchmarking.Produce detailed technical artwork and comprehensive tech packs for production handover.Collaborate with the Materials team to define seasonal fabric and trim direction.Partner with the Wholesale team to deliver SMU and exclusive product ranges. Key Skills and ExperienceBachelor's degree in Fashion Design or a related discipline.3 to 5 years' experience in apparel design, with a strong sportswear background.Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.Strong understanding of pattern cutting, garment construction and technical fit.Good knowledge of the apparel production process from concept through to bulk manufacture.Strong research capability with the ability to translate insight into commercially viable product.Clear awareness of the sportswear market and current trends.Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Remuneration and BenefitsSalary up to £35,000 per annum.Discretionary 5% bonus.25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.40% employee discount.Company pension contribution of 3%.Life insurance at 4x annual salary.Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.Paid birthday leave.Free onsite parking.Free refreshments.Access to employee benefits platform.As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.JBRP1_UKTJ