Junior Designer - Homeware

About the role

Very is looking for a creative, detailed Junior Designer for its Liverpool Homeware team. You will help develop collections and support the design process for The Very Collection and Michelle Keegan Home, from concept to finished product, working with the wider design and buying teams. The role combines creative design, research, product development and administration, and welcomes homeware experience.

Key responsibilities

• Support the design and development of products across homeware categories, responding to seasonal briefs, trends and customer needs
• Research trends, colours, materials, finishes and patterns, and compile trade reports and trend presentations
• Help create design concepts, mood boards, colour palettes, product designs and presentation materials
• Maintain design packs, product specifications, artwork and other technical documentation
• Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders, and keep up to date with market and competitor activity
• React to sales information and design commercially relevant products

Required profile

• A degree or qualification and relevant experience in design, product design, textiles, interiors or a related creative discipline
• Strong presentation skills and confidence presenting designs in meetings
• Strong research skills and commercial market awareness
• Good organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Ability to create clear and detailed tech packs

Required skills

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator and Photoshop
• Relevant 3D software such as Rhino
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
• An awareness of AI tools and emerging technologies

What we offer

• Flexible, hybrid working model
• £1,000 flexible benefits allowance
• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
• LinkedIn Learning access
• Bonus potential and up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk
• Matched pension up to 6%

Applicants must pass a credit, CIFAS and Right to Work check, and a DBS check where the role requires it. The process includes a 45-minute interview with the Hiring Manager and a second interview with the Hiring Team, either in person or remotely.