Job Description

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Garment Technologist to join our Licensing team on a part-time basis (3 days per week). This role will suit someone with strong technical expertise, a keen eye for fit and sizing, and the ability to manage multi-category product development with a focus on quality and consistency.

You'll play a key role in ensuring licensed product meets brand standards, providing technical support across the development cycle, and collaborating closely with internal teams, factories, and sourcing offices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Lead fit sessions, focusing on ensuring garment comfort, quality, and functionality. Create detailed technical specifications, construction guidelines, and measurement charts for production teams. Coordinate with suppliers and external laboratories to conduct fabric and trim testing (colourfastness, shrinkage, durability). Support the creation and maintenance of internal processes, manuals, grading, and documentation. Work closely with the Product Development team to ensure timelines are met. Identify and resolve technical issues related to garment construction, fit, and quality during development and production. Liaise with factories and the Design Arc Sourcing office to communicate technical requirements and resolve production issues. Maintain accountability for the critical path. Conduct ad hoc AQL and quality inspections as required. Assist with shipment sample approvals, ensuring alignment with sealed Pre-Production samples. Update internal grading, sizing, and documentation as needed.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Apparel Design, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field. 3+ years' experience in garment technology or quality assurance. Strong understanding of garment construction and manufacturing processes. Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical skills. Effective communication and collaboration skills.
Interested candidates, please email your CV to

careers@designarc-uk.com

with the subject line

"Garment Technologist - Licensing Team (Part-Time)"

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Job Types: Part-time, Freelance

Pay: 200.00-250.00 per day

Expected hours: 24 per week

Work Location: In person