Lead Product Designer

Deel; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Lead Product Designer to shape exceptional digital experiences that impact millions globally. In this role, you will lead the vision, strategy, and execution of product design, transforming complex problems into user-centric solutions. You will mentor a talented team of designers while also being a hands-on contributor. This is an exciting opportunity to build top-tier design solutions and foster a strong design culture within a rapidly growing SaaS environment. Join us in revolutionizing how global talent connects with companies worldwide!

Benefits

Stock Options

Flexible Remote Work

Inclusive Benefits

Competitive Pay

Qualifications

• 7+ years of product design experience in fast-paced environments.
• 2+ years leading design teams in high-growth companies.

Responsibilities

• Mentor designers, foster innovation, and attract top talent.
• Manage end-to-end design processes and ensure quality.

Skills

Product Design

UX Design

UI Design

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Design

Degree in HCI

Tools

Design Systems

Motion Design

Front-end Frameworks

Job description

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About Deel

Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 100+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.

Why Join Us?

As a rapidly growing SaaS company, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with companies worldwide, breaking down traditional borders. We are building the infrastructure for the future of work, supporting a diverse, inclusive global economy. In 2024, we paid $11.2 billion to workers across nearly 100 currencies and provided benefits in 109 countries, ensuring people are paid and protected regardless of location.

Our Achievements

Recognized as CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and consistently listed on Y Combinator’s top companies, with a 4.83 rating across platforms, our momentum is driven by our innovative culture and customer satisfaction.

The Role: Lead Product Designer

As a Lead Product Designer, you will shape exceptional digital experiences impacting millions globally. You will lead the vision, strategy, and execution of product design, transforming complex problems into user-centric solutions. Partnering with Product, Engineering, and other teams, you will lead influence, mentor, and design with precision.

This managerial role involves mentoring multiple designers and being a hands-on contributor—ready to step into the design process when needed. You will build and scale top-tier design solutions, foster a strong design culture, and make a lasting impact on global work practices.

Responsibilities

1. Lead, Inspire & Empower: Mentor designers, foster innovation, and attract top talent.
2. Shape & Innovate: Set design vision, analyze user behavior, and collaborate on strategy.
3. Own & Deliver: Manage end-to-end design processes, ensure quality, and partner with developers for flawless execution.
4. Align & Influence: Collaborate with cross-functional leaders, advocate for user-centered design, and drive company strategy.

What You Bring

Must-Haves

• 7+ years of product design experience in fast-paced environments.
• 2+ years leading design teams in high-growth companies.
• Experience in Payroll, HRTech, or similar platforms.
• Strong UX and UI skills, with expertise in design systems.
• Leadership skills with a people-first approach.
• Ability to operate autonomously and ship high-quality products.
• Excellent collaboration and storytelling skills.

Nice-to-Haves

• Degree in Design, HCI, or related fields.
• Experience in regulated industries.
• Knowledge of motion design, accessibility, front-end frameworks.

Location

Candidates must be based in EMEA or LATAM.

Rewards & Benefits

Competitive pay, stock options, flexible remote work, and inclusive benefits. We value diversity and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

Deel is committed to accessibility and will provide accommodations upon request. For inquiries, contact [e-mail].

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