Lead Experience Designer - Design Systems & Digital

AKQA

Auckland

Hybrid

NZD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

AKQA in Auckland, part of WPP, seeks a Lead Experience Designer to imagine and deliver pioneering digital experiences for ambitious brands. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, mentor designers, and craft intuitive experiences across platforms.

You will shape online platforms, design systems, and emerging digital experiences, collaborating with strategists, technologists, and delivery teams. The role emphasizes creative excellence, culture of innovation, and a balanced hybrid work model.

Qualifications

Strong portfolio showing experience design across digital products.
Experience leading designers and delivering complex projects.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Proficiency with Figma and collaborative design tools.
Ability to work in agile, cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

Lead and guide a team of Experience Designers to deliver impactful digital experiences.
Maintain a high standard of design craft across all work.
Translate brand strategy and user insight into clear design solutions.
Develop and evolve design systems, component libraries, and guidelines.
Collaborate with strategists, technologists, and delivery teams to ensure practical, well-executed ideas.
Provide mentorship and feedback to support design talent growth.
Present design thinking clearly to clients and stakeholders.