Seeking New Talent

Bordelle is a niche and unusual concept in luxury lingerie and body wear that combines true craftsmanship with groundbreaking designs.

We are a small and tightly knit team, driven by integrity, respect and honesty. We strive to create pieces that embody unique, bold and unconstrained innovation, which we are able to deliver through technical know-how developed over many years and unique to the brand. Our team are highly productive with a strong work ethic, and it is this and our fiercely collaborative approach and entrepreneurial mind-set, that the success of Bordelle is based on.

United by a true passion for lingerie, the Bordelle team enjoy a fulfilling and happy work environment, where we embrace curiosity and experimentation to become fearless in the pursuit of innovation, design and growth.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Lingerie Pattern Cutter and Grader with over 5 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate is technically minded with a deep understanding of Intimate/contour patterns, fit, grading, and complex garment construction. They possess a keen analytical eye for proportion and detail, and consistently deliver work with a high level of accuracy.

This role requires someone who is well-organised, methodical, and efficient, with the ability to remain calm and level-headed under pressure while consistently meeting deadlines. A fast learner with a growth mindset, the successful candidate will demonstrate a passion for continuous learning and innovation, bringing a creative and forward-thinking approach to their work.

Strong communication skills, a collaborative attitude, and a problem-solving mindset are essential. We're looking for a team player who thrives in a dynamic environment and maintains a strong work ethic and professionalism at all times.

Core responsibilities of the role:

• Working alongside the design team to create first samples from a sketch
• Experience managing fittings and taking detailed annotations
• Pattern amendments
• Creation and management of tech packs and BOMs
• Digitising
• Grading core sizes
• Signing off grade rules for the factory
• Approvals and signing off for production
• Creating technical drawings on Adobe Illustrator
• Communication with the factory
• Meeting all critical path dates
• Managing the flow of work of the sample machinists
• Address and solve any technical and quality issues arising during sampling and production
  

Key Skills:

• 5+ years' experience in pattern cutting and grading for Lingerie/Intimates
• Exceptional understanding of garment construction
• Proficient in manual pattern cutting and grading Lingerie/Intimates
• Proficient in digital pattern cutting and grading (Gerber experience is desired)
• RTW/Womenswear pattern cutting/grading is desirable but not essential
• Swim/Beachwear experience is desirable but not essential
  
  Benefits:
• 21 days holiday + 8 bank holiday + an additional day for each year of service
• Seasonal product allowance
• 40% off friends and family discount
• Hybrid working (from home and in the studio)
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Social events throughout the year
  
  If you're passionate about precision, innovation, and delivering high-quality results, we’d love to hear from you.
  
  
  Type of Position: We are open to the possibility of fulltime, part time, freelance or contact.
  
  Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
  
  Location: Atelier Bordelle, 2-4 Exmoor Street, Unit 16, Ladbroke Grove, W10 6BD
  
  Hours: Full Time, Monday – Friday 
  
  Start Date: ASAP