Creative Director

Universal Business Team; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm is seeking a visionary Creative Director to transform global educational spaces. This role involves leading high-profile projects, championing human-centred design, and mentoring a top-tier team. Ideal candidates have significant leadership experience and a passion for education’s transformative potential. The position offers hybrid working in London and the chance to influence international design standards.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within architecture, interior, or experiential design.
• Strong conceptual thinking and expertise in human-centred design.
• Passion for education and belief in its transformative power.

Responsibilities

• Lead and evolve the creative vision across international design projects.
• Champion neuroscience-informed design principles throughout the creative process.
• Inspire, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of designers and thinkers.
• Collaborate closely with clients to deliver transformative environments.
• Push creative boundaries to establish a bold, future-focused design philosophy.

Skills

Leadership experience in architecture, interior, or experiential design

Conceptual thinking

Human-centred design expertise

Passion for education

Innovative problem-solving

Job description

Overview

Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm (1-hour lunch break)

Location: London (Hybrid) with international project scope

Benefits: Flexible hybrid working; career growth within a globally ambitious team

Creative Director - Redefining Educational Spaces

Are you a visionary creative leader with a passion for transforming environments? We are seeking an exceptional Creative Director to lead an internationally recognised design team that is redefining the future of education.

This is not your average creative role. This position offers the opportunity to shape the future of learning environments worldwide, combining cutting-edge neuroscience with bold, human-centred design. You\'ll work on high-profile projects that inspire and empower generations of learners.

Responsibilities

• Lead and evolve the creative vision across international design projects.
• Champion neuroscience-informed design principles throughout the creative process.
• Inspire, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of designers and thinkers.
• Collaborate closely with clients to deliver transformative environments.
• Push creative boundaries to establish a bold, future-focused design philosophy.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within architecture, interior, or experiential design.
• Strong conceptual thinking and expertise in human-centred design.
• Passion for education and belief in its transformative power.
• A confident, innovative voice capable of translating research into inspiring strategies.
• Ambition to lead and influence globally impactful projects.
• International experience is essential, with the ability to travel

Why This Role is Unique

This is more than a job, it\'s an opportunity to lead a growing creative force, influence international education design, and leave a lasting mark on how future generations learn. You\'ll be part of a team where creativity meets research, and design meets purpose.

Next steps

If you are a bold creative thinker who thrives on challenge, this is your stage