Design Assistant - Bonds Women’s Underwear

About the Position

Join the Bonds design team, where creativity, teamwork, and a dynamic environment come together to create beloved Australian products. This Design Assistant role supports the Bonds Women’s Underwear division, contributing to the development and execution of new seasonal product ranges aligned with key timelines. It's an excellent opening for an aspiring designer passionate about product detail and rapid product development cycles, involved throughout the process from concept to product handoff.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the design team in bringing seasonal underwear collections to market.
• Support range design tasks and conduct trend analysis relevant to product development.
• Prepare product presentations and manage administrative aspects linked to product development.
• Collaborate effectively within the team to meet deadlines and uphold quality standards.

Candidate Profile

• Possess a degree in Fashion Design, Fashion and Textiles, or a related discipline.
• Have 1 to 2 or more years of experience in a similar, internship, or apparel design supporting role.
• Display a strong enthusiasm for women’s underwear, with an understanding of product development, fabric choices, fitting, and garment construction.
• Hold solid knowledge of textile materials, apparel production, and overall product development workflows.
• Bring commercial creativity—knowing how design serves customers, brands, and business goals.
• Be highly organized with meticulous attention to detail and ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Maintain a proactive, adaptable, and cooperative work style, thriving in a fast-paced setting with tight deadlines.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office programs such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Proficient with Adobe Illustrator; Photoshop skills considered advantageous.

Benefits and Perks

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements that include health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Two additional annual wellbeing days aimed at personal refreshment.
• Condensed 9-day fortnight during summertime and summer fun days.
• Up to 50% discounts across Hanes Brands including Bonds, Sheridan, Bras N Things, Berlei, and more, plus family and friends offers.
• Access to sample sales and exclusive staff promotions.
• Comprehensive wellbeing support with discounted health insurance, Employee Assistance Programs, skin checkups, flu vaccinations, and wellness programs.
• Parental leave assistance including paid leave and special Bonds baby bundles.
• Monthly briefings on company business updates from top leadership including the CEO.
• The Golden Yarn recognition program celebrating employee achievements.
• Educational Lunch & Learn sessions covering wellbeing, finance, and professional development topics.
• Continuous learning opportunities including LEAN methodology training and career development.

Company Overview

Bonds is a household name with a rich history spanning over 100 years, dedicated to producing comfortable apparel. The culture is open and collaborative, always seeking improvement to support employees, customers, and future goals. Bonds operates under Hanes Brands Australasia, which also includes other iconic brands such as Sheridan, Bras N Things, and Berlei. The organization values inclusivity, diversity, and sustainability, fostering a supportive workplace committed to positive community and environmental impact.

Diversity and Inclusion

Hanes Brands Australasia is committed to developing a respectful, diverse, and inclusive work environment. The company celebrates differences and encourages employees to be authentic. It embraces people of all genders, races, ages, abilities, and backgrounds and is dedicated to creating an accessible workplace, especially for individuals with disabilities, who are warmly encouraged to apply.