Assistant Garment Technologist (Denim & Outerwear)- Entry Level
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Position Overview & Specifications
apply by 30/06/2023
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We’re New Look and we’ve been at the forefront of British high-street fashion since 1969. Over the last 50 years, we’ve grown to be a multichannel brand offering on-trend, value-driven fashion for women, men and children of all genders.
Our passion is feel-good fashion at feel-good prices – and we truly believe that all starts with us. Our values inspire us every day: we play to win, we’re customer-obsessed and we work as one to give each and every one of our customers That New Look Feeling.
As an Assistant Technologist, you will supporting in developing a product offer that meets customer requirements for quality and fit, maximising sales and profit opportunities whilst minimising faulty and fit returns. You will be responsible for managing your own marketing group/s from first fit through to delivery.
Accountabilities and Responsibilities
Manage the product development process from first fit through to production, liaising with design, buying, merchandising, suppliers, franchise, international, supply chain and E-commerce as required.
Understand garment construction and suitability for mass production
Monitor and manage quality fit issues
Completes factory/testing laboratory/ Distribution centre trips in line with departmental needs and individual responsibility
Data/system management
Knowledge & Experience
Previous experience in quality with a major retailer / supplier / department within New Look
Multi Product experience
Minimum level of education or qualifications
Degree level fashion / technical qualifications plus one year of technical experience
Apprentice level 3/4 plus one year of additional technical experience
If no fashion qualification - at least 2 years of technical experience
Why New Look?
The amazing people, the love of fashion – there are so many reasons to love working at New Look. We prioritise development, offering training to support your progression, so you can be at your absolute best and achieve your goals. You’ll also receive these amazing benefits, to name only a few:
- 40% staff discount
- Monthly 25% off privilege vouchers for family and friends to enjoy
- Quarterly sample sales
- Season ticket loans
Our colleagues balance their time between home and office – we believe this is the best way to maintain a flexible but collaborative and social way of working.
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Department, Clothing & Shoe Stores
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Assistant Garment Technologist (Denim & Outerwear)- Entry Level roles across New Look's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Department, Clothing & Shoe Stores.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £28,760 - £35,880 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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