About the Role:Ready to start your Joules Journey?Step into the role of Design Manager!Discover an exciting opportunity to take on an integral role here at Joules Head Office.Reporting into the Design Director, you will support the direction of design for Joules across all categories. You will be focused on the trend direction for the entire range, heavily involved in executing the product creative vision for Joules. You will oversee the ongoing development of the team, managing and inspiring a team of Designers and Assistants. You will support them in their day-to-day roles while providing input and advice on the strategic direction of their ranges. Furthermore, you will work closely with cross-functional counterparts to ensure range cohesiveness, aligning the categories to deliver a unified and compelling brand look.Trend and Creative Direction: Having a great design vision and awareness of changing market trends, identifying and clearly communicating new, growing and declining trends with the support of the wider design team. Team Leadership: Effectively communicating the Joules company vision and direction with clear goals and expectations, keeping the team highly motivated and inspired to contribute their best. Creating a positive environment through recognition and constructive feedback where openness is encouraged.Communication: Understanding the need for strong and effective communication, building and maintaining relationships with your immediate team as well as collaborating with other key stakeholders across Joules.Travel: Travel will feature heavily in this role with visits to global trade shows, inspirational trips and factory visits.About You:Working within the design sector with excellent knowledge of trends, exceptional taste level, you will be forward thinking and confident in your ability. Alongside this you will be enthusiastic and passionate about what you do. Having excellent communication skills and the ability to influence within the wider team; you will have the chance to really shape this role. You will be looking for that next step in your career development, ready to take on new challenges. You will be organised with excellent time management and the ability to plan and execute to tight deadlines. You will be a team player with excellent people skills, with the demonstrated ability to inspire and lead a team of talented designers across a wealth of product areas. Where will you be working?This is a full time role based at our Market Harborough, Leicestershire Head Office whereby you must be willing to be present in the office 5 days per week. Your ApplicationPlease note that applications not accompanied by a cover letter and portfolio are unlikely to be progressed. Please note that we may close the advert early if the required level of applications is received - this role requires an immediate start so apply now to receive early consideration. LI-ONSITE