Head of Product Design
📍 London (Hybrid) or Remote UK/EU
💰 Up to £120k + benefits
🚫 No visa sponsorship available
I’m partnering with a globally recognised premium consumer brand to hire a Head of Product Design at a really exciting moment for the business.
They’re in the middle of a major brand evolution and building a new mobile-first product experience launching in 2026. Digital is becoming central to the business, and design will play a huge role in shaping that.
This is a hands-on leadership role - not a “reviewing slides from afar” kind of job.
You’ll lead the design function, own the design system, and be deep in the work yourself.
You’ll also have one direct report (mid-level product designer) and work closely with product managers, engineers and a highly respected brand/creative team.
What you'll be doing
🎯 Leading design on a new mobile-first product experience launching in 2026
📱 Designing mobile app journeys focused on conversion, retention and engagement
🧩 Building and owning the design system across web and mobile
💳 Improving ecommerce and checkout flows to drive commercial performance
🌍 Designing omnichannel experiences connecting digital and real-world touchpoints
🤝 Collaborating closely with product, engineering and brand teams
🚀 Shipping work fast and learning from real user behaviour
👥 Mentoring and developing one mid-level designer
What they're looking for
✨ 10+ years in product design
📱 Strong mobile app experience (iOS + Android)
🛍 Experience in consumer products, eCommerce or retail
💸 Strong commercial awareness (conversion, LTV, retention etc.)
🧠 Experience owning or building design systems
👥 Experience leading designers (even small teams)
🎨 Exceptional visual craft and product thinking
Big plus if you've worked on:
🏅 Subscription or membership products
🛒 Premium consumer brands or lifestyle products
🌐 International / multi-market products
Why this role is interesting
🚀 Major digital product launching in 2026
🎨 Huge influence over the digital expression of the brand
🧩 Ownership of the entire design system
🧑 🤝 🧑 Small, high-impact team
🛠 A leadership role where you still design every day