COS is a fashion brand for women and men who want timeless, modern, functional and considered design. Offering reinvented classics and wardrobe essentials, we create pieces that are made to last beyond the season. Since launching in 2007 we have opened stores in over 40 countries worldwide, all in carefully considered locations, applying a design concept that preserves the buildings’ original features whilst creating a modern, contemporary space.

Would you like to lead a creative and dynamic Design team? Are you a skilled and talented designer with a long experience in leading a design team? Do you enjoy working with people to achieve excellent results?

If so,  this could be the role for you. We are now looking for a Head of Womenswear Design to join our Buying office team.

This role will report into the Womenswear Director and is offered on a Full Time, permanent contract.

As the Head of Design for our Womenswear you will be pivotal in driving and creating a compelling Womenswear collection in line with our Brand ID , always challenging and driving new initiatives that excite and fulfil the needs of our Global customer.

You will be ultimately responsible for the department’s Global design strategy and execution to create the ultimate head to toe collection through aesthetic, design, method ,fit with quality and sustainability at the core.

What you will do:

• Lead the work on the core COS aesthetics ensuring we challenge and excite out customer.
• Inspire, motivate and lead the COS Design Team. 
• Lead the Department team towards the visual goals and to drive the assortment forward to ensure we are on time and always relevant.
• Create a compelling Global Womenswear collection in line with our Brand ID.
• Define the vision and goals for the department, working with long term development and the department’s goal for each season.
• Identify new trends in the division and spot opportunities for new areas of growth.
• Responsible for driving the research for the department and working with our typologies.
• Set an inspiring vision for the future and effectively translate and communicate this to the teams. 
• Work closely with the Garment Tech teams and Atelier, managing the shape development and fittings process making sure the critical path is adhered to. 

• Previous experience working for a global company at a similar level with a focus on womenswear design.
• Strong experience as a designer at a senior level.
• Previous experience managing and leading teams. 
• Very high level of awareness of current trends.
• Technical knowledge and a great understanding of textile and materials.
• Excellent sensitivity to fabrication and colour.
• Ability and experience working in fast–paced/changing environments.

When you first join COS we will give you a full training plan in store and access to our E-Learning tool.

In addition to this you will also receive some fantastic benefits including; 

• 25% staff discount on all H&M Group brands.
• A generous holiday entitlement.
•  Employee Assistance Program.
•  A range of long service benefits.

Over the last 10 years we have carefully built a culture where our people are supported, inspired and encouraged to be the best they can. Our brand is creative, forward thinking and modern; choosing longevity over passing trends. 

We set the bar high at COS; we are committed to recruiting great people, offering an environment where talent is recognised and valued. We believe that a diverse workforce plays an important role in the success of COS. We celebrate individual differences and appreciate the contribution that all our colleagues make. 

We are looking forward to hearing from you!