Head of Fashion DesignMy client, an Irish-owned, design-led business in the athleisure and lifestyle fashion sector, is seeking a commercially driven and creatively mindedHead of Fashion Designto lead its product function across all categories. The brand is experiencing rapid growth both domestically and internationally, and this pivotal role will be central to shaping its product direction, driving innovation, and delivering sustainable commercial success.The successful candidate will bring vision, structure, and leadership to the product team, delivering innovative, on-brand ranges that resonate with its growing community while meeting key commercial targets. Dublin City based.PackageGenerous salary doeBonusPensionsHealthcareGenerous annual leave along with other benefitsThe opportunity to influence the product direction of one of Ireland's most dynamic lifestyle brandsResponsibilities of this Head of Fashion Design job include:Drive the brand's product vision and roadmap, ensuring it supports ambitious growth targets and strengthens market leadershipSet clear product value propositions and pricing strategies that resonate with the target customer and drive commercial successLead the creation of seasonal product lines across all key categories, ensuring they are distinctive, relevant and on-brandOversee the complete product lifecycle — from initial concept and design, through development, testing, and production, to launch — delivering on quality, fit, sustainability, and timelinesBuild and nurture strong relationships with global sourcing partners, meeting margin, quality, and sustainability objectivesCollaborate cross-functionally with eCommerce, marketing, wholesale, and retail teams to align product strategies with campaigns, launches, and customer insightsUse data, market intelligence, and competitor analysis to identify new opportunities and inspire product innovationChampion sustainability initiatives and material innovation throughout the product development processRecruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing product team, fostering a culture of creativity, accountability and resultsRequirements of this Head of Fashion Design job include:5 or more years' experience developing and scaling product lines in the fashion, athleisure, or lifestyle sectorsProven track record of delivering commercially successful product strategies in a high-growth environmentStrong commercial acumen with deep knowledge of fit, function, technical fabrics, product sustainability, pricing, and category planningHands-on experience managing the entire product lifecycle from concept through to deliveryExceptional leadership and team development skills with a collaborative, solutions-focused mindsetPassion for product innovation, customer connection, and using insights to drive decisionsAoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call Aoife Clarke on for more information. Unfortunately, due to volume only suitable applicants can be contacted.