Alfred Dunhill Senior Designer, Tailoring
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Department
- Creative, Design & Styling
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jul 23, 2026
About Alfred Dunhill
Alfred Dunhill, the British house founded in 1893, is synonymous with refined masculinity, craftsmanship, and a spirit of purposeful innovation. As an employer, the brand offers a distinctive environment where heritage leatherwork, tailoring, accessories, and contemporary retail excellence meet a global luxury clientele. Colleagues are invited to uphold exacting standards of service and product knowledge while contributing to a culture that values discretion, curiosity, and disciplined creativity. With roots in London and a presence across key international markets, Alfred Dunhill appeals to professionals who appreciate timeless design, meticulous detail, and the opportunity to shape the future of an enduring gentleman’s luxury maison.
Alfred Dunhill seeks a Senior Designer, Tailoring in London to lead the creative development of its iconic menswear tailoring collections.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead the concept and seasonal development of the Ready to Wear and Custom made-to-measure tailoring collections in alignment with the Maison's overarching creative strategy
- Provide comprehensive design research in close partnership with the Creative Director, establishing seasonal colour palettes, mood boards, and visual narratives
- Take full ownership of the tailoring design process from initial concept through to final sample approval, ensuring the highest standards of craftsmanship, fit, proportion, detail and finish
- Collaborate directly with the Chief Creative Officer, Design and Fabric teams to establish seasonal visual codes and brand positioning
- Partner with Merchandising to fuse aesthetic vision with commercial strategy, respecting the collection architecture outlined in seasonal menswear briefs
- Collaborate with the dedicated Fabric development team and external suppliers to select and develop refined, qualitative fabrics, trims, and components reflecting the Maison's heritage aesthetic
- Maintain continuous liaison with Merchandising and Product Development throughout the product development cycle to ensure design intent execution
- Work closely with the garment technical team to ensure precise proportions, sizing, grading specifications, construction details, and optimal fabric suitability
- Prepare and deliver impactful presentations of seasonal collections to key stakeholders
- Contribute to the meticulous curation and presentation of showrooms reflecting the Maison's elevated brand image
- Support the styling of collections for shows, presentations, and marketing campaigns ensuring consistent visual storytelling
- Demonstrate responsible management of tailoring sample budgets and role-related expenditure
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a senior designer in luxury menswear tailoring or equivalent designer role
- Demonstrated expertise in tailoring design with deep understanding of garment construction, proportions and fit
- Strong portfolio demonstrating creative vision, technical excellence and ability to deliver collections of exceptional quality
- Experience collaborating with fabric suppliers and managing material development processes
- Proficiency in design software and technical sketching
- Ability to present collections and concepts effectively to senior stakeholders
Skills
Experience
A minimum of 8–10 years of progressive design experience in luxury menswear, with particular emphasis on tailoring, cut, construction, and proportion. Proven track record of leading design collections from concept to market, managing cross-functional teams, and delivering commercially successful collections that reflect refined brand aesthetics.
Education
Formal training in fashion design, tailoring, or related discipline. Candidates with training from prestigious fashion institutions or apprenticeships in traditional tailoring are particularly encouraged to apply.
Workplace
The role is situated in London, England, UK.
Culture
Alfred Dunhill fosters a refined, heritage-led workplace where craftsmanship, British elegance, and contemporary luxury shape the everyday environment. As an employer, the brand values discretion, expertise, and collaboration, offering teams the opportunity to contribute to a distinctive maison with a strong legacy in men’s style and design.
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