Design Director – Packaging & Branding, Central London
We’re working with a very well-known branding agency in Central London, part of a global communications group, to find a Design Director who brings both creative vision and strategic depth. This is an opportunity to lead and inspire a talented team, shaping work for some of the world’s most recognisable consumer brands.
Hybrid working: 3 days in office, Central London.
What you’ll be doing
* Leading the creative direction on major branding and packaging projects, from concept to delivery
* Championing design excellence across every touchpoint, ensuring work is strategically sound and beautifully executed
* Building trusted relationships with clients, understanding their brands, their challenges and their ambitions
* Collaborating closely with Creative Directors, Strategists and Client Services to deliver world-class creative solutions
* Mentoring, inspiring and developing designers at all levels, creating a culture of creativity, curiosity and excellence
* Presenting ideas with confidence and clarity, ensuring great work is sold as effectively as it’s created
* Keeping your finger on the pulse of cultural and design trends, bringing fresh insights that move brands forward
* Helping identify new opportunities for both clients and the agency, contributing to growth and innovation
What you’ll bring
* Strong experience leading creative teams within a top-tier branding or design agency
* Proven ability to shape and deliver strategic, design-led brand and packaging solutions for well-known consumer brands
* Excellent communication skills, with a natural talent for storytelling and presenting ideas
* A collaborative and empathetic leadership style that inspires trust and drives performance
* The ability to stay calm under pressure, balancing creative ambition with commercial awareness
* A genuine passion for building brands that make an impact and stand the test of time
* If you’re a design leader who loves big ideas, believes in the power of great branding and thrives in a collaborative, creative environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Why you'll apply
Our client offers a range of benefits: health & dental, life assurance, pension, travel insurance, mental health services and flexible holidays. You’ll have the chance to work across major brands, produce the best work of your career and future proof your career with group-wide opportunities in one of the world’s best-known networks.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Director
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Design
* Industries: Graphic Design
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