Overview

We are seeking a Design Director to join our senior management team and lead the creative department. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in design principles, proven leadership skills, and the ability to deliver innovative, high-quality design solutions. This role involves collaborating with clients, mentoring team members, and driving creative strategy to ensure the delivery of impactful work. If you have a passion for design, innovation, and strategic leadership, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note that this position is open to UK-based residents only.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Creative Director to define and execute the company’s creative strategy.
• Mentor and inspire team members, fostering their technical and creative growth.
• Build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.Lead the development of creative concepts and present them to key clients.
• Ensure brand consistency and high-quality output across all client projects.
• Oversee project delivery, maintaining timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Drive innovation by incorporating emerging trends and technologies into creative solutions.
• Support business development efforts, contributing to pitch strategies and presentations.

Requirements

Essential

• Proven creative leadership experience with a strong foundation in design principles.
• Ability to interpret and develop client briefs in collaboration with project managers and directors.
• Deep understanding of the commercial aspects of design projects.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated success in winning and growing client accounts.

Skills

• Extensive experience in design leadership roles.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Figma or similar tools.
• Strategic thinking with a focus on delivering business results through design.
• Expertise in creating and delivering high-impact presentations.
• Solid understanding of design for digital platforms, including web, mobile, and UI/UX.
• Familiarity with motion graphics tools like After Effects is a plus.
• Strong ability to mentor and grow a creative team.

Attitude

• Self-driven with a positive and proactive outlook.
• Ambitious, visionary, and committed to innovation.
• Collaborative and professional, fostering a strong team-oriented environment.
• Passionate about delivering high-quality and impactful work.

Personal Attributes

• Willingness to work flexible hours and travel when required.
• Professional, reliable, and enthusiastic approach to work.

Team Benefits

• Opportunity to lead a talented creative team in a dynamic environment.
• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote options.
• Access to the latest creative tools and technology.
• Comprehensive healthcare and pension plans.
• Vibrant workplace culture with regular social events.
• Professional development opportunities and career progression support.

If this sounds like your next career move, apply today!