Job Description

Job Title: Head of Softs

Reporting to: Design Director

Location: London

Contract Type: Full time, 37.5 hours per week

About Us:

ME+EM is one of the UKs fastest-growing luxury fashion brands. In addition to a thriving global digital presence, we operate flagship stores in London and Edinburgh, concessions within Harrods and Selfridges, and have recently expanded with new store openings in the U.S.



At ME+EM we are an entrepreneurial, creative, and passionate group of people. We work hard, are enthusiastic to learn and are not afraid to take risks. Everyone contributes to our success at all levels, and that precisely what makes being a member of the team so rewarding.





Our office and stores are always busy and fast paced, but we work just as hard to make sure its fun, with social activities and biannual parties. We pride ourselves on being approachable, supportive, and welcoming and ensure that everyones hard work is rewarded. It takes all these things to build a strong, successful business and our door is always open to new talent ready to contribute to our growth and evolution.

About the Role:

In collaboration with the Design Director, the Head of Softs leads the Softs Team in creating 14 seasonal clothing collections each year. Youll design original, high-quality products that capture ME+EMs DNA, reflect emerging trends, and hit delivery deadlines and margin targets maximizing sales potential.

Responsibilities:

Design Leadership:

Champion the Me+Em brand positioning and strategy across the Softs Team. Lead by example, mentoring designers to deliver on the brands outfit-building metric and the 4 Fs framework. Directly design and fill gaps in softs products, with a focus on dresses, using your deep knowledge of fit, fabric, and trends. Collaborate with the Design Director to incorporate founder feedback, build seasonal concepts, mood boards, and colour palettes. Guide print, fabric, and trim selection, balancing aspirational design with commercial viability. Ensure luxury-level attention to detail, quality, and fit across all designs. Monitor catwalks, street style, and competitor trends, translating inspiration into Me+Em-relevant designs.

Collection & Range Management:

Own the design critical path, keeping the team on track with deadlines. Support the Design Director in running concurrent seasons and mentoring designers throughout the process. Influence collection decisions to maintain forward-looking, best-in-class seasonal ranges. Identify duplication, spot opportunities, and contribute to proto and range build meetings. Monitor sales and best sellers to inform new collections. Use deep expertise in fabrics, trims, and fit to support sourcing, development, and quality standards. Build collaborative relationships with Heads of other departments to ensure seamless product execution.

Team Leadership & Collaboration:

Mentor and develop direct reports, implementing succession and development plans. Manage workload and priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment, anticipating potential issues. Communicate clearly and constructively with teams and senior leadership. Lead by example with a self-motivated, collaborative, and solutions-focused attitude. Support an inclusive, open-minded, and respectful studio culture aligned with Me+Em values.

Skills & Experience:

Proven expertise in softs design, especially dresses, with a strong eye for detail, fit, and quality. Deep understanding of fashion trends, catwalks, street style, and competitor landscape. Strong leadership skills, with experience mentoring designers and managing creative teams. Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities in a multi-deadline environment. Outstanding communication and influencing skills across all levels of the business. Commercially aware, able to balance aspirational design with margin and delivery targets. Collaborative mindset, able to build relationships across creative and product teams. Passionate about luxury design, brand DNA, and delivering exceptional product to customers.

Employee Benefits:

33 days annual leave for full time employees (25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays) A day off to celebrate your birthday. Pension Scheme Group Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Length of Service Award Refer a Friend Scheme Staff uniform for retail employees Generous Staff and Friends and Family Discount Annual Volunteer Day Cycle to Work Scheme Tech Scheme Eye Care Vouchers Real Living Wage Employer Employee led committees Social events and biannual parties Enhanced maternity and paternity package after 2 years of service.
ME+EM is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering and preserving a culture of diversity, equality, and inclusion in our workforce. As an equal opportunities employer, we do not discriminate against applicants based on race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We believe that diversity enriches our workforce and strengthens our organisation. Therefore, we encourage minorities, LGBTQ+ candidates, and individuals with disabilities to apply for opportunities within our company.


Please email

dex.moore@meandem.com

should you require any adjustments needed to take part in this recruitment process.

Please note, due to the large number of applications we receive, we can only reply to those that are successful to the next stage.