Senior Print Designer

THE ROLE
At Debenhams Group, we are on a journey of transformation, revitalising our brand, culture, and connection with colleagues and customers alike. In a fast-changing retail environment, effective and authentic communication is vital to building trust, aligning our teams, and amplifying the impact of our work across internal and external audiences.

At Karen Millen, we are driven by a passion for elevated design and exceptional quality. Our mission is to create beautifully crafted, contemporary collections that empower our customer and deliver accessible luxury with a modern edge.

Our in-house design team thrives on creativity, precision, and innovation. We translate global trends into distinctive, ommercially successful print stories that define each season. We are now seeking a Senior Print Designer to join our dynamic and collaborative team.

This role will be based out of our central London office.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Following a period of structural change, brand repositioning, and workforce transformation, as a Senior Print Designer, who will play a key role in shaping the seasonal print direction, delivering standout designs that align with brand identity while driving commercial success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of original print artworks from hand-drawn, painted, and digital sources
• Define seasonal print direction in collaboration with the Design Director
• Conduct in-depth catwalk and trend analysis to inform print concepts
• Create innovative placements, repeats, and engineered layouts
• Work closely with garment designers to ensure seamless print integration
• Own the print development process from concept to final production
• Drive bestsellers and key print stories across product categories
• Mentor and support junior team members, sharing technical expertise
• Collaborate with external artists, photographers, and creatives on exclusive prints
• Contribute to seasonal research and macro trend direction
• Support campaign concepts and seasonal photoshoots

WHAT WE LOOK FOR
Your Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Proven experience as a Senior Print Designer within a fashion brand
• Strong portfolio showcasing original, commercially successful print designs
• Exceptional eye for colour, composition, and layout
• Highly skilled in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator)
• Strong understanding of fabric, garment construction, and print techniques
• A confident communicator with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders
• Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused
• Passionate about fashion, trends, and innovation

WORKING WITH US

At Debenhams Group we thrive on change, innovation, and pace. Every challenge is an opportunity, and every day is a chance to push boundaries. If you’re someone who embraces the unknown, thrives in a fast-moving, high-growth environment, and is ready to shape the future of retail, you’ll love it here. We want visionaries, disruptors, and doers—people who bring fresh thinking, relentless energy, and the drive to make an impact.

WHY JOIN US
Our mission is to create a workplace where everyone is respected, individual differences are valued, and people can be themselves at work — without exception.

2025 was a year of significant change for the Group. 2026 is about bold moves, real results and unstoppable momentum. If that excites you, you belong at Debenhams Group.

Our benefits include (subject to level and eligibility):

• Highly competitive bonus scheme, company pension, share schemes, private medical cover and life assurance
• Discount across all brands
• Comprehensive wellbeing package
• Ongoing learning and development with strong internal progression
• Free season ticket loan

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