Junior Riderwear Designer

Triumph Motorcycles; Hinckley; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned motorcycle manufacturer in Hinckley is seeking a Junior Riderwear Designer to create high-performance technical rider wear. This role focuses on innovative design and advanced textile technology, ensuring safety and style for motorcyclists globally. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Fashion Design, proven experience in technical apparel design, and proficiency in design software. The position offers flexible working hours and various employee benefits, including discounts on Triumph products.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid working

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

Employee Motorcycle Purchase Scheme

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Degree in Fashion Design or Textile Technology.
• Proven experience in technical apparel design.
• Strong knowledge of protective garment standards.

Responsibilities

• Create technical motorcycle clothing using advanced materials.
• Produce detailed technical drawings and specifications using CAD software.
• Monitor global riderwear trends to inform design direction.
• Source and evaluate technical fabrics and innovative materials.
• Work closely with Product Developers to develop prototypes.
• Liaise with internal teams and external suppliers for collection delivery.
• Ensure all designs meet international safety certifications.

Skills

Technical apparel design

Knowledge of protective garment standards (CE, EN)

Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator

Proficiency in Photoshop

Garment construction knowledge

Education

Degree in Fashion Design

Degree in Textile Technology

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Junior Riderwear Designer

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The Original British Motorcycling Company – Join Our Team as a Junior Riderwear Designer. The purpose of this role is to design and develop high‑performance technical rider wear for Triumph Motorcycles, ensuring safety, comfort, and style for motorcyclists worldwide.

This role combines innovative design with advanced textile technology to create garments that meet rigorous industry standards and reflect Triumph’s premium brand identity.

Benefits

• Annual Leave – 25 days plus bank holidays.
• Hybrid Working – Generally 1 day working from home, 4 days in the office.
• Additional Annual Leave – Discretionary 1 day for completing continuous employment of 3, 6 and 9 years’ service with the Company.
• Pension Scheme – 3% employee and 6% employer contribution at a base level, with the opportunity to increase to 4% employee and 7% employer or a maximum contribution of 5% employee and 9% employer. Any further employee contributions over this figure will not be matched by the employer.
• Life Assurance Scheme – currently 6 × pensionable salary.
• Subsidised Canteen.
• Free Staff Car Park.
• Preferential rates for medical insurance with a third‑party provider.
• Employee Motorcycle Purchase Scheme – On successful completion of the probation period (minimum of 6 months), we offer employees and their close family the opportunity to purchase a brand new Triumph Motorcycle with up to 25% discount.
• Employee Motorcycle Lease Scheme – The opportunity for yourself or extended family to lease any Triumph Motorcycle for a 12 month period at a highly discounted rate.
• Discounted Clothing, Parts and Accessories Purchases – Employees can purchase clothing items from our FVE Shop and parts and accessories online at a 50% discount.
• Flexible working hours.
• Company benefits platform, allowing discounts with multiple vendors.

Responsibilities

• Design & Development – Create technical motorcycle clothing including jackets, trousers, gloves and protective gear using advanced materials and ergonomic principles. Develop designs that comply with CE safety standards and Triumph brand guidelines.
• Technical Execution – Produce detailed technical drawings and specifications using CAD software (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop). Ensure designs meet quality, fit and functionality standards, considering garment construction and rider requirements.
• Trend & Market Research – Monitor global riderwear trends, consumer preferences and competitor activity to inform design direction. Benchmark against competitor products to ensure designs remain competitive in performance, quality and value.
• Material & Technology Research – Source and evaluate technical fabrics, protective components and innovative materials for durability, breathability and impact resistance. Stay updated on industry trends, textile innovations and regulatory requirements.
• Prototyping & Testing – Work closely with Product Developers to develop prototypes and ensure quality standards. Participate in fit sessions and collaborate with test riders to validate comfort, performance and safety.
• Collaboration – Liaise with internal teams (Product Development, Commercial, Motorcycle Design and Marketing) and external suppliers to ensure timely delivery of collections. Provide technical input for product specifications and production processes.
• Compliance & Documentation – Work with Product Developers to ensure all designs meet international safety certifications and Triumph’s internal quality benchmarks. Maintain accurate design records, technical drawings and material specifications.

Skills & Qualifications

• Degree in Fashion Design, Textile Technology or related field.
• Proven experience in technical apparel design, preferably motorcycle or sportswear.
• Strong knowledge of protective garment standards (CE, EN).
• Proficiency in design software (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, CAD tools).
• Excellent understanding of garment construction and fit.

Hours of Work

Flexible working – contract hours 8:00‑5:00 Monday‑Thursday and 8:00‑1:00 Friday. Opportunity to start 7:00‑9:00 and finish 4:00‑6:00 Monday‑Thursday or 12:00‑2:00 Friday.

Disclaimer

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Closing Date

04‑03‑2026