Burberry Senior Pattern Cutter
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 14, 2026
About Burberry
Burberry Limited, a quintessentially British luxury fashion house, is renowned for its innovative designs and commitment to quality. As part of the global luxury conglomerate, Burberry offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment where creativity and excellence are at the forefront. The company is dedicated to fostering a culture that encourages diversity and sustainability, making it a leader in the luxury industry.
Burberry seeks Senior Pattern Cutter in London to develop complex soft garments for runway and special projects.
Role & Responsibilities
- Create and develop technically complex patterns for dresses, gowns, skirts, blouses, tops and other soft-sewn garments from sketches, blocks, draped concepts and creative direction
- Translate Design vision into technically resolved garments while protecting intended silhouette, volume, balance, movement and styling
- Lead assigned styles through pattern development, toile, fittings, amendments and final resolution, identifying and addressing technical, fit and fabrication risks
- Apply advanced draping, bias cutting, soft construction and garment-engineering techniques to delicate, fluid and technically challenging fabrics
- Partner with Design, Product Development, Atelier Management, Seamstresses and Pattern Cutters to deliver exceptional craftsmanship within seasonal and project priorities
- Share specialist knowledge, support colleagues' technical development and contribute to the evolution of traditional and digital pattern-cutting practices across the Atelier
Qualifications
- Deep practical expertise in soft-garment pattern cutting, draping and construction gained within a luxury atelier, couture, high-end fashion house or comparable environment
- Strong understanding of fit, proportion, balance, body movement and the relationship between fabric, pattern, construction and final garment behaviour
- Track record of working with delicate or technically challenging materials, including lightweight, fluid, transparent or bias-cut fabrics
- Ability to interpret complex creative concepts and develop precise technical solutions while maintaining the integrity of the original Design vision
- Collaborative and solutions-focused approach with ability to manage priorities and communicate risks clearly
Skills
Experience
Extensive practical experience in soft-garment pattern cutting and construction within a luxury atelier, haute couture environment, high-end fashion house or comparable premium setting, with demonstrated expertise in managing complex styles from conception through final resolution.
Education
No formal education requirement specified; expertise is demonstrable through practical experience and portfolio.
Workplace
This position is based in London, England, UK.
Culture
Burberry fosters a creative and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and sustainability. The company is committed to being a force for good, driving industry change and championing community engagement.
About Cerulean
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