Global Design Manager - UK & India

AtkinsRéalis; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consultancy is looking for a Global Design Manager to oversee creative projects across the UK and India. In this leadership role, you will guide a talented team, manage client relationships, and drive innovative design solutions on high-profile accounts. This position offers exciting opportunities for creative professionals eager to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Life assurance

Health & wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate.
• Strong commercial understanding and attention to detail.
• Experience in managing a creative team and ensuring high standards.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the quality of work produced by the design team in India.
• Building and sustaining strong stakeholder relationships.
• Driving improvements in creativity, processes, and strategic direction.

Skills

Creative leadership

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

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Creative Design – who are we?

Do you see the world differently? Are you driven by creativity and innovation? You'll fit right in at Creative Design, our flourishing global in-house agency. Get ready to push the boundaries designing for print, events, web, motion and immersive technologies on some of the world's most exciting and prestigious accounts. We are a multi-discipline, talented team of over 80 people, including UX/UI designers, graphic designers, animators, visualisers, real-time and web developers all over the globe. By harnessing outstanding, innovative, and creative talent, we transform the way our clients communicate, connect, and engage with their projects.

Creative Design – who are we?

Do you see the world differently? Are you driven by creativity and innovation? You'll fit right in at Creative Design, our flourishing global in-house agency. Get ready to push the boundaries designing for print, events, web, motion and immersive technologies on some of the world's most exciting and prestigious accounts. We are a multi-discipline, talented team of over 80 people, including UX/UI designers, graphic designers, animators, visualisers, real-time and web developers all over the globe. By harnessing outstanding, innovative, and creative talent, we transform the way our clients communicate, connect, and engage with their projects.

Our design principles underpin everything we do. We’re problem solvers who are excited by working together to find a solution. We create bespoke visual communications which focus on bringing meaning to content, make information more accessible and add value to projects. We create and deliver concepts that harness technologies in a way that elevate outcomes and improve efficiencies. We invest in innovation and embrace upcoming technologies. People join our in-house agency to work on an exhilarating scope of projects, while having a positive impact on the world.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Global Design Manager to oversee our team in India, with the role being based between the UK and Bangalore. The ideal candidate will have a strong creative background with previous experience in a Creative Leadership role. This role is responsible for overseeing the quality of work produced by our design team in India while building and sustaining strong stakeholder relationships. You will be part of the Creative Design leadership team with a strategic mindset, possess operational expertise, and be responsible for the India strategy; reporting regularly on progress, projects and delivery.

This is a truly exciting opportunity during a period of rapid growth for our team in India. With ample scope for creativity, this role offers the chance to enhance the value we bring to our expanding portfolio of high-profile national and global accounts. We’re seeking a proactive leader who inspires, understands the cultural landscape in India, and effectively bridges communication between our UK and India teams to ensure seamless and consistent delivery.

You will actively contribute ideas to enhance our project offering and overall business operations, driving improvements in creativity, processes, and strategic direction. You will be a strategic, results-oriented creative, skilled at assessing both short- and long-term goals for Creative Design and identifying innovative approaches to accomplish them.

This role can be based out of Birmingham, London, Manchester or Bristol – with your time being split between the UK and Bangalore, India on a regular basis.

Your Purpose

• Strong commercial understanding, aligning to our global model, to maximise opportunities and add value to our clients. You will appreciate the importance of operations as strongly as creativity.
• Proactive and forward-thinking - comfortable with daily tasks yet always seeking ways to innovate and enhance impact.
• Passionate, driven and wanting to invest in Creative Design's vision and culture.
• A key voice is driving global consistency and collaboration. Ensuring quality is of a high standard and that the India team works as part of the global resource and processes.
• Leading and mentoring team members at all levels - directing and motivating others and helping them to believe in your ideas.
• Strategic team growth through candidate screening and engaging with new ways to attract the best talent.
• Strategic team growth through candidate screening and engaging with new ways to attract the best talent.
• Confident communication with stakeholders and colleagues when scoping and overseeing multiple, diverse projects.
  
  

What You Can Bring

• Strong understanding of design principles, creative processes, and project management.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills – experience with working with global teams and understanding different cultures and time zones.
• Ability to travel to India regularly and confidently communicate with the team and stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Ability to identify, develop and implement strategic plans to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Experience in managing operational aspects of a creative team.
• Quality control with a meticulous attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Familiarity with design software and tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).
• Ability to analyse data and derive actionable insights.
  
  

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Meeting Your Needs

When you start with us, you'll enjoy "Total Reward", a package that can be tailored to your lifestyle, career and personal needs. From flexible holidays to life assurance, health & wellbeing benefits, and career planning for the senior stage of your career.

Making sure you're supported is important to us. So, if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview. And let's talk about any adjustments you might need.

Benefits

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More About Us

AtkinsRéalis is a leading global consultancy with over 100 years of design and engineering expertise. With us, you'll be surrounded by the skills, knowledge and support to help you succeed. Together, we can deliver projects which have a positive, sustainable impact on the world.

Check out some of our recent, most exciting projects: AtkinsRéalis Projects (atkinsrealis.com)

Additional Information

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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Employment type

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  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

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