Job Description

White Fox is a globally recognised fashion brand loved by babes and celebs worldwide.

Established in 2013 and based in Sydney, Australia, White Fox has quickly become the go-to online fashion destination and is continuing to take over wardrobes everywhere.

We are looking for a Lead Designer and Trend Forecaster to join our growing team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for owning and delivering trend-led, commercially successful collections that align with White Fox’s brand aesthetic.
• Lead seasonal trend forecasting across runway, street style, social media and competitors.
• Identify and interpret macro and micro trends relevant to the brand’s customer.
• Develop seasonal mood boards, key themes and collection frameworks for all collections.
• Establish cohesive colour palettes, print direction and fabrication stories that flow consistently across categories.
• Create original, on-brand designs aligned with customer profiles and brand DNA.
• Oversee the design process from initial concept through to handover.
• Lead and mentor the design team, managing timelines, planning and workload distribution to ensure critical path deadlines are met.
• Provide structured guidance and development to junior team members, elevating both creative output and execution standards.

Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in fashion design
• High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).
• 4-6 years’ experience in fashion design within a fast-paced fashion environment.
• Strong understanding of global fashion markets and cultural trends.
• Ability to interpret creative inspiration into commercially relevant direction.
• Experience leading a design team, managing timelines and workload distribution.
• Strong knowledge of fabrication, garment construction and fit.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work across multiple timelines.
• Commercially minded while maintaining creative integrity.
• Collaborative and able to influence cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Benefits

• Ownership of seasonal trend direction and collection frameworks
• Opportunity to drive macro and micro trend interpretation for a globally recognised brand
• Stunning offices, including an onsite gym & kitchen stocked with lots of goodies
• On-site pilates and yoga classes
• Access to the in-house coffee bar
• Rosebery location with onsite parking
• Monthly clothing allowance + ongoing clothing discounts
• Fun events throughout the year
• Employee Assistance Program