Job Description
Head of Design - Creative Leadership in eCommerce
Location: London (Hybrid, 2 days on-site per week)Salary:£70,000-£80,000 DOE + BenefitsJob Type: Full-time, Permanent
Are you an experienced Head of Design looking to shape the creative direction of award-winning eCommerce brands?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing digital agency with a strong reputation across fashion, luxury, food, homeware, and charity sectors. As Head of Design, you'll lead a talented creative team, deliver outstanding digital experiences, and play a key role in both client and internal innovation.
About the Role
As Head of Design, you will:
* Lead the design function across client and internal projects
* Oversee UX/UI for Magento-based eCommerce websites and other digital platforms
* Create user-focused, commercially effective design solutions
* Guide the development of wireframes, user flows, prototypes and high-fidelity visuals
* Develop and maintain design systems and style guides
* Manage and mentor a team of designers and freelancers
* Work closely with developers and project managers to bring designs to life
* Contribute to new business proposals and marketing initiatives
What We’re Looking For
* 12+ years in digital design, including 4+ years in an agency environment
* Proven portfolio of UX/UI work for eCommerce platforms
* Advanced skills in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite
* Understanding of responsive design, accessibility, and performance optimisation
* Experience managing creative teams and driving quality across projects
* Excellent communication and client-facing presentation skills
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, agile agency setting
* Knowledge of Magento and eCommerce design principles
Desirable Skills
* Experience with Magento 2 or Adobe Commerce
* Familiarity with CRO and A/B testing tools
* Motion design skills (e.g. After Effects, Lottie)
* Understanding of HTML, CSS, or JavaScript
* Experience creating brand identities and visual systems
Benefits
* Hybrid working: 2 days per week in the office near Tower Bridge
* 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Your birthday off, every year
* Flexible working hours
* Work from Anywhere scheme - up to 4 weeks abroad annually
* Regular team socials, breakfasts, and lunches
* Annual training budget and personal development scheme
* Cross-office exchange programme
* Friendly, supportive and inclusive workplace culture
Ready to Apply?
If you're ready to take on a key leadership role as Head of Design, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and portfolio to apply.
We are proud to support applications from all backgrounds, including women, LGBTQ+, people of colour, people with disabilities, and underrepresented groups in tech and design.