About the Company
We're looking for a talented Design Director to join our team and help lead a growing, multi-disciplinary studio. With an ambition to set new standards in creative excellence, we combine craft, collaboration, and a supportive culture to deliver high-impact work across digital, brand, and product.
About the Role
Act as a design leader within the studio, setting the standard for creativity, innovation, and project delivery.
Responsibilities
* Provide direction and oversight across multiple design teams, spanning UX, UI, branding, strategy, motion, and web.
* Oversee the entire creative process, from discovery and concept development through to launch, ensuring projects are delivered to a high standard, on time, and on budget.
* Support and mentor team members, from developing technical skills to building client management confidence.
* Lead design research, validation, and experimentation to inform and strengthen creative outputs.
* Run internal kick-offs, reviews, and retrospectives to maintain clarity and quality across projects.
* Contribute to team resource planning, daily standups, and company-wide updates.
* Line-manage senior designers, holding regular performance reviews and shaping development paths.
* Collaborate with leadership on pitches, proposals, and project estimates.
* Play an active role in evolving studio processes, operations, and culture.
* Keep the team up to date with emerging design trends, technologies, and best practices, and integrate them into our workflow.
* Build strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and balancing commercial goals with creative vision.
* Represent the studio at industry events and speaking engagements, showcasing our expertise and strengthening our reputation.
Qualifications
* 8+ years of digital design experience in a senior creative role, ideally with exposure to both agency and product environments.
* Broad understanding of brand strategy, digital product design, and business-focused design thinking.
* Proven leadership and management experience, with the ability to mentor and inspire design teams.
* A portfolio that demonstrates creative vision, strategic thinking, and innovative execution across platforms.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complexity and align teams in high-pressure situations.
* Collaborative mindset, with experience building strong relationships across disciplines and with clients.
Required Skills
* 8+ years of digital design experience in a senior creative role, ideally with exposure to both agency and product environments.
* Broad understanding of brand strategy, digital product design, and business-focused design thinking.
* Proven leadership and management experience, with the ability to mentor and inspire design teams.
* A portfolio that demonstrates creative vision, strategic thinking, and innovative execution across platforms.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complexity and align teams in high-pressure situations.
* Collaborative mindset, with experience building strong relationships across disciplines and with clients.
Preferred Skills
* Experience in both agency and product environments.
* Strong understanding of emerging design trends and technologies.
Pay range and compensation package
* Competitive salary package reflective of senior-level experience (£80–100k depending on skills and fit).
* Contract role (9–12 months) with potential for renewal or transition.
* Performance-related bonus opportunities.
* Retirement contribution scheme.
* Personal development budget for training, courses, or industry events.
* Additional lifestyle and commuting support schemes.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices and strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve.
Time Off & Flexibility
* Generous holiday allowance, including company-wide closures during the year.
* Hybrid working model blending office collaboration with remote flexibility.
* Opportunities to work from anywhere for designated weeks each year.
Culture & Community
* Monthly social activities and regular team events.
* Seasonal retreats that celebrate collective success and build team connections.