In short

We’re seeking a passionate and forward-thinking Accessories Designer to lead the design of innovative fashion and active-wear focused accessories, with a specific emphasis on the female consumer. From functional training bags to lifestyle-forward accessories, you’ll create pieces that support an active lifestyle while staying in step with the latest trends in fashion, luxury, sport, and wellness culture.

This role requires someone who thrives at the intersection of performance and lifestyle, is passionate about womenswear and design, and is excited to shape the visual language of a fast-growing, female-first activewear brand.

This role is a temporary Maternity Cover contract from September 2025 - May 2026

Your Mission

  • Design and develop a range of accessories that cater to the needs of active women, both in an urban and gym environment completing her look.
  • Translate performance requirements into aesthetically-driven and highly functional products.
  • Research trends, materials, trims and consumer behaviors in sportswear, fashion, and lifestyle markets to inform design direction.
  • Ideate and present concepts, mock-ups, and visual presentations using both 2D and 3D tools.
  • Prototype and iterate using sewing and mock-up creation skills to test design ideas.
  • Collaborate with development, sourcing, and marketing teams to ensure designs meet brand standards and timelines.
  • Benchmark competitors and continuously explore opportunities for differentiation through design, functionality, and material choice.
  • Advocate for your design vision across departments and maintain clarity at all stages of the product lifecycle.
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  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera
  • Man and woman sat at desks talking
  • Open planned office with men and women sat on a a large curved sofa
  • Group of runners talking outside the office
  • A team of people sat on the steps with a view of mountains outside the office.
  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera
  • Man and woman sat at desks talking
  • Open planned office with men and women sat on a a large curved sofa
  • Group of runners talking outside the office
  • A team of people sat on the steps with a view of mountains outside the office.
  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera

Your story

  • A degree in Accessories Design, Product Design, Industrial Design, or a related field.
  • 7 + years of experience in accessories, bags, luggage, or sportswear design—with a strong portfolio of relevant work.
  • Demonstrated ability to balance performance functionality with fashion-forward aesthetics.
  • A strong understanding of the female activewear and lifestyle market and consumer behavior.
  • Proficiency in 2D (Adobe Creative Suite) and 3D (e.g. Rhino, CLO3D, Blender, or similar) design tools.
  • Hands-on experience with prototyping and sewing for physical design iteration.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills; fluency in English (written and spoken).
  • Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
  • Ability to work from the Zurich HQ for the duration of the contract
  • Eligible to work in the EU/Switzerland without Visa sponsorship
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About the Team

You’ll be part of a vibrant and diverse design studio, working alongside footwear, apparel, and accessories designers. You’ll collaborate cross-functionally with product developers, material experts, innovation specialists, marketing, and brand creatives to bring your designs to life. Our team culture values creativity, curiosity, and collaboration.

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The difference is in the detail. So we push boundaries. Mark those marginal gains. All in pursuit of designing ever better looking products. That’s what we do – what’s best today, can be improved tomorrow.

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What we offer

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.

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What to expect

We want to set everyone up for success, so here’s the lowdown on how we hire. Our process is a two-way street – bringing you into our culture, while helping us learn how you think.

Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things.

Before you get started, feel free to consider if you want to work with us. Strange question? Well, we give people a lot of space to navigate their day-to-day and that style isn't for everyone. We want you to be passionate about what you do and be sure this is the right fit. Because when skills and passion combine – it creates that 'Wow' moment.