Global Brand Design Director — Lead, Systems & Strategy

Gen; Greater London; On-site; GBP 148,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global brand is seeking a Director of Brand Design to elevate its design practice. The successful candidate will define and drive the global brand design vision, manage a team of designers, and engage with stakeholders to ensure alignment with brand objectives. Minimum qualifications include 15+ years in design leadership, strong teamwork skills, and a Bachelor's degree. This role offers a salary range of $200,000k to $230,000k along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

401(k) match

Health insurance options

Unlimited paid time off

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in design and creative leadership focused on global consumer brands.
• 10+ years of people management experience including recruiting and coaching.
• Demonstrated knowledge of AI-driven design tools.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the global brand design vision across all brands.
• Champion creativity and innovation in all design initiatives.
• Lead a global team of 8-12 designers.

Skills

Creative leadership

Brand strategy

Stakeholder management

Design systems expertise

Team mentoring

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Figma

Jira

Job description

A leading global brand is seeking a Director of Brand Design to elevate its design practice. The successful candidate will define and drive the global brand design vision, manage a team of designers, and engage with stakeholders to ensure alignment with brand objectives. Minimum qualifications include 15+ years in design leadership, strong teamwork skills, and a Bachelor's degree. This role offers a salary range of $200,000k to $230,000k along with a comprehensive benefits package.