Jobs
My ads
My job alerts
Sign in
Find a job Career Tips Companies
Find

Product design director, united kingdom united kingdom, london - hybrid

London
AutogenAI Ltd
Design director
Posted: 13 August
Offer description

Join AutogenAI – Revolutionising Bid and Proposal Writing with generative AI

AutogenAI is a leader in Generative AI SaaS, transforming how organisations create and optimise winning bids, tenders and proposals through cutting-edge natural language processing technology. We are one of the fastest-growing AI companies in the world, expanding rapidly to meet the increasing demand for AI-driven solutions across sectors.

Our innovation stems from a belief that language technology will revolutionise business communication over the next decade. We empower our clients to grow faster and more efficiently by delivering bespoke AI language engines tailored to their needs, saving time, improving content quality, and boosting win rates in highly competitive markets.

We drive AutogenAI’s growth by fostering a culture where innovation and ambition thrive, building a company where everyone can have a career-defining experience. As we scale, we invite passionate professionals to join our journey of innovation, helping shape the future of AI-powered business solutions.


Job Summary:

As ourProduct Design Director, you will lead and scale the design discipline within our organisation. You will set the standard for design craft, ensuring our product experience is simple, powerful, and loved by users. You will partner closely with product, engineering, and leadership to translate complex workflows into clear, elegant solutions that drive measurable business impact.
This is a high-leverage role where you will:

* Own and elevate our product design quality across the core platform.
* Build, coach, and inspire a team of senior product designers.
* Shape and evolve our design system to support rapid growth.
* Drive a culture of customer-centric, evidence-based design.
* Collaborate with leadership to translate business strategy into a world-class product vision.

Our intent is to hire this role on a 6-month fixed-term contract, with a view to it becoming permanent thereafter.


What you'll be responsible for:

* Lead and Scale the Design Function: Build, coach, and manage a team of senior product designers, setting a high bar for craft, execution, and collaboration.
* Shape the Product Vision: Partner with company and product leadership to develop a clear, inspiring design vision aligned with business priorities.
* Drive Commercial Impact: Use user insights, behavioural data, and business context to make design decisions that support adoption, retention, and revenue growth.
* Evolve Our Design System: Own and scale a unified design system that promotes consistency, velocity, and quality across product surfaces.
* Champion the Customer Experience: Ensure every design decision is rooted in deep understanding of user needs and behaviour.
* Foster Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product and engineering to deliver cohesive, high-quality product experiences.
* Raise the Bar on Design Quality: Provide thoughtful, actionable feedback to help the team continuously refine and elevate their work.


What You'll Bring to the Team:

* Visionary Thinking: Ability to articulate and drive a product design vision that aligns with company goals.
* Leadership Through Influence: Skilled at leading through clarity, guidance, and support – not just authority.
* Craft and Detail Orientation: Deep appreciation for high-quality execution, visual polish, and interaction design.
* Systems Mindset: Experience scaling and evolving a design system in a growing product organisation.
* Customer-Centric Approach: Passion for solving real user problems and building intuitive, elegant solutions.
* Strong Communicator: Clear and collaborative communication style across functions and levels.


Requirements:

* Design Leadership Experience: Proven track record leading product design teams in SaaS or B2B tech environments.
* Track Record of Impact: Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives that improve product outcomes and customer experience.
* Business & Product Alignment: Strong understanding of how design supports product strategy and commercial success.
* Hands-On Design Expertise: A portfolio that reflects high-quality UX and visual design for complex workflows or enterprise products.
* Cross-Functional Partnership: Comfortable shaping and delivering product work in partnership with Engineering and Product leadership.


Preferred Qualifications:

* High-Growth SaaS Exposure: Experience operating in a fast-paced, scaling startup or scale-up.
* Strategic Planning Skills: Comfortable defining quarterly or project-level goals and metrics for design.
* Design System Ownership: Direct experience evolving a design system that serves multiple teams or surfaces.
* Mentorship Track Record: Demonstrated ability to support, grow, and retain senior design talent.


Compensation and Benefits:

* Competitive Salary: D epending on employment type, and specific experience and qualifications relevant to the role.
* Stock Options: Meaningful equity in the company.
* Retirement Plan: Pension scheme to help secure your future.
* Paid Time Off: Unlimited vacation (Yes, you read right!)
* Flexible Work Options: Remote working arrangements
* Private Healthcare: Bupa Medical and Dental cover
* Life Insurance: Peace of mind for you and your family
* Paid parental leave: 16 weeks if you’ve just given birth, 4 weeks if your partner has just given birth (after one year of year of service)


Values in Action:


These aren’t just principles we print and forget – they’re how we work, how we treat each other, and how we deliver for our customers. They shape the company we are, and the one we aspire to become.

* Customers, Always: Everything starts with our customers. We walk in their shoes, speak their language, and build for their delight and success. We win when they win.
* Make It Happen:We move fast and take ownership. No waiting, no red tape – just action, urgency, and focus on outcomes. We ask for forgiveness, not permission.
* Learn and Invent: We stay curious. We learn what we can from past masters - and make up the rest. Change is constant, and so is our growth.
* Act Like Owners: Titles don’t solve problems - people do. We own challenges, break the rules when it’s necessary, and focus on what matters.
* Turn It Up to 11:There is no “Good enough”. We raise the bar, push boundaries, and keep building. There’s always a next level.
* Lead With Respect: We listen first, speak honestly, and value every perspective. Integrity, follow-through, and kindness matter.
* Build Trust Through Transparency: We default to openness. We give feedback, share information, and assume positive intent - no secrets, no silos.


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

AutogenAI is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities and veterans. Our hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

At AutogenAI we value the unique perspectives each employee brings and strive to provide an equitable environment. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will gladly assist you.

Create a Job Alert

Interested in building your career at AutogenAI? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.


Apply for this job

*

indicates a required field

First Name *

Last Name *

Preferred First Name

Email *

Phone *

Resume/CV

Enter manually

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Enter manually

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

LinkedIn Profile *

Website

Please share a link to your portfolio *

Are you currently resident and authorized to work in the country in which you are applying for this position? * Select...

Do you require, or will you require in the future, visa sponsorship or work authorization support to maintain your employment in this country? * Select...

Are you able to work 2 days a week from our London office? * Select...

What are your salary expectations for this role? *

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Apply
Create E-mail Alert
Job alert activated
Saved
Save
Similar job
Design director
London
Mccann Erickson SA
Design director
Similar job
Emea hospitality design director
London
IA Interior Architects
Design director
Similar job
12 months ftc experience design director (ux) london
London
RGA Global
Design director
See more jobs
Similar jobs
Design jobs in London
jobs London
jobs Greater London
jobs England
Home > Jobs > Design jobs > Design director jobs > Design director jobs in London > Product Design Director, United Kingdom United Kingdom, London - Hybrid

About Jobijoba

  • Career Advice
  • Company Reviews

Search for jobs

  • Jobs by Job Title
  • Jobs by Industry
  • Jobs by Company
  • Jobs by Location
  • Jobs by Keywords

Contact / Partnership

  • Contact
  • Publish your job offers on Jobijoba

Legal notice - Terms of Service - Privacy Policy - Manage my cookies - Accessibility: Not compliant

© 2025 Jobijoba - All Rights Reserved

Apply
Create E-mail Alert
Job alert activated
Saved
Save