H&M Group

Freelance Fashion Designer (Speculative)

H&M Group  •  London, GB (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

At COS, we believe in the power of creative collaboration and the art of timeless design. We are always eager to connect with freelance fashion designers who share our passion for modernity, functional elegance, and innovative craftsmanship. If you are driven to create garments that inspire—pieces that blend sophistication with practicality and elevate everyday wear—we would love to hear your story. We warmly welcome speculative applications from designers who dream of shaping the future of fashion alongside us.

As a freelance partner, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to concept development, push boundaries through design exploration, refine products, and infuse our collections with your unique vision.

We are keen to connect with talented designers at all stages of their careers, but we are especially interested in meeting accomplished senior creatives, design managers, and heads of design across every product category, including menswear, womenswear, and accessories. If you’re ready to make your mark and bring fresh perspectives to COS, reach out and let’s create something remarkable together.

What We’re Looking For

We’re particularly interested in hearing from designers who can demonstrate:

A strong aesthetic aligned with the COS design philosophy

  • Modern, brand relevant, effortless design
  • Silhouette driven designs and innovative construction
  • A depth or understanding for fabric, technique, and thoughtful detail

Proven design experience within womenswear, menswear, or accessories

  • Experience in contemporary, premium, or luxury fashion markets
  • Strong ability to interpret brand DNA into commercially relevant design

Excellent portfolio that showcases: – Concept development

  • Research and mood exploration
  • Technical sketches and garment details
  • Final product or collection outcomes
  • Exploration of materials, textures, and sustainable design approach

Strong technical and creative capabilities

  • Confident hand and digital sketching
  • Understanding of pattern cutting and garment construction
  • Ability to work with 3D and AI design tools

Collaborative approach & professional communication

  • Ability to work to briefs, timelines, and feedback
  • Experience working with product development teams or manufacturers
  • Strong organisational and self-management skills throughout the collection process, collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams, including during remote working.
  • Flexibility in managing workflow schedules to ensure efficient collaboration with the in-house team.

How to Apply

If you’re interested in being considered for upcoming freelance opportunities, please upload

  • Your CV
  • Portfolio or PDF of recent work (or link to online portfolio)
  • A short introduction outlining your design focus and availability

Please note that all freelance roles require spending a significant amount of time working from our beautiful, art-deco inspired office and atelier in central London. Regular commuting to London is therefore essential for anyone considering a freelance position with us.

H&M Group

About H&M Group

Founded in 1947, H&M Group is a global design company with ~4,702 stores in 76 markets and 56 online markets. At H&M Group, we believe in making great design available to everyone. It’s essential in everything we do. Our family of brands and business ventures offer customers around the world a wealth of fashion, beauty, accessories and homeware, as well as modern menus with fresh and local produce at some of the brands’ in-store eateries.

But design is so much more than just products; it’s about clever design processes, efficient product flows, creating experiences that enrich, and smart solutions that benefit all our customers.

Sustainability is always at the core of our business. Not only because we like to do what’s right — but it’s also beneficial for our business. We will continue to push for change and lead the way towards a more inclusive and sustainable fashion future.

Do you want to join us? We will trust you with great responsibility right from the start, reward a passionate mindset and encourage an entrepreneurial spirit. When you start a career with H&M Group, there’s no limit to where it can take you.

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Industry
Retail & Ecommerce
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Stockholm, SE
Year Founded
Unknown
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