Design Director – Luxury Branding

Pathdesignrecruitment; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international branding agency is seeking a Design Director to shape exceptional design and brand storytelling. The role emphasizes developing impactful design concepts, mentoring designers, and ensuring quality execution in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience, a strong portfolio, and is proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Keynote, and Figma.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative creative work environment

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a design studio or agency.
• Strong portfolio of brand-led work.
• Confident visual thinker with an eye for craft.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of original design concepts from brief to final delivery.
• Mentor designers and support creative growth.
• Manage design process and external collaborators.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Keynote

Figma

Creative Excellence

Design Leadership

Education

Relevant design degree or similar qualification

Job description

Our client is a leading international branding agency renowned for crafting compelling brand identities that resonate with audiences and drive business success. Their expertise lies in creating distinctive brand narratives and visual identities that set their clients apart in the marketplace. With a proven track record of excellence in branding and design, they are a team of passionate storytellers and design innovators.

They are currently expanding their design team and seeking a Design Director who is passionate about design, brand storytelling, and ready to make a significant impact.

About the Role:
Design Directors in this agency play a pivotal role in shaping exceptional design and brand storytelling. Acting as both a hands-on creative and a team leader, you will lead concept development, and ensure the highest standards of execution across projects. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, ideas-driven, and collaborative environment where craft and strategic thinking go hand in hand.

Key Responsibilities:
– Lead the development of original and impactful design concepts from brief to final delivery
– Translate strategy into intelligent, creative solutions that align with both client and studio goals
– Present work with clarity and confidence to clients and internal teams
– Act as a mentor and sounding board for designers, fostering both creative growth and accountability
– Support the development and rollout of our design process, guiding team members and freelancers through each phase
– Work closely with strategy and editorial to co-create holistic brand concepts and narratives
– Commission and direct external collaborators (photographers, illustrators, animators, etc.) as needed
– Partner with account teams to deliver work on time, on budget, and to brief
– Champion craft, precision, and quality control in your own work and when reviewing others’
– Contribute to agency development by helping identify new talent, improving our creative output, and supporting business growth
– Help refine how we present work — from internal reviews to client-facing decks and pitches 1/2

Qualifications & Attributes:
– 7+ years of experience in a design studio or agency, with a strong portfolio of brand-led work
– Expert in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop), Keynote, and Figma
– Skilled at balancing creative excellence with strategically led design solutions.
– A confident visual thinker with an eye for craft and a commitment to originality
– Strong design leadership skills with a generous, collaborative approach.
– A relevant design degree or similar qualification Benefits:
– Competitive salary
– Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
– Professional development opportunities and ongoing training.
– A collaborative and creative work environment.

Please note:
The agency works in their London offices 5 days p/w