Design Strategist

🚀We’re hiring a Senior Design Strategist (5+ years)!

Come onboard at the Changan European Design Center contribute to defining the future of sustainable mobility.

As one of China’s leading OEMs, Changan is broadening its innovation presence in Europe with award-winning EV products across multiple brands.

We’re seeking a Senior Design Strategist who sees the big picture, someone passionate about discovery, able to uncover insights from markets, trends, users, and beyond, and translate them into clear opportunities driving impact across design, product, and brand. As a connector across disciplines, you’ll leverage research methods, data analysis, design knowledge, creativity, and strategic thinking to turn ambiguity into clarity. Your work will boost advanced and production vehicle programs, align cross-functional teams, and deliver solutions that inspire decision-makers at every level.

At Changan, you’ll be part of an international and creative environment where ideas matter, curiosity is encouraged, and exploration is part of the journey.

Send your CV + Portfolio (≤10 MB) to recruitment@changaneuropa.com

Full job description below ⬇️

Location: Rivoli (Turin, Italy)

Type: Full-Time / On site

Industry: Automotive / Design

What you’ll do

• Develop & Lead the strategic design direction for advanced and production vehicle programs - from early research to product definition.
• Conduct comprehensive market, competitor, user, and trend analyses to uncover opportunities for new product design and experiences.
• Leverage qualitative and quantitative research methods, to validate insights, inform stakeholders, and reinforce recommendations.
• Build clear positioning frameworks and narratives that simplify complexity and facilitate decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, conduct creative workshops and mentor junior colleagues.
• Deliver effective presentations with clear, persuasive storytelling.
• Impact projects Inspiring executives and partners with fresh solutions and perspectives.

What You Bring

• 5–8 years in Design, Product Strategy, or Research (Background in automotive or familiarity with the Chinese market is a plus)
• A natural trend-spotter, curious about the evolution of culture, markets, technology, and mobility, with a solid understanding of automotive design and customer behavior
• Strong communicator with excellent analytical, creative, and storytelling skills
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken); with outstanding presentation skills
• Flexible and able to manage challenging or ambiguous tasks under time pressure, combining a collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently

Benefits

• Shape the next generation of EVs in a multicultural and creative environment with global exposure and the possibility of international travel, including to China
• Join an emerging team and help lay the foundations of a new design strategy department, contributing to its vision and long-term growth
• Experience life in a beautiful country where mountains, sea, countryside, and culture are all within easy reach
• Opportunities for growth and continuous learning
• Enjoy competitive compensation, lunch vouchers, excellent working conditions, and a healthy work-life balance

Applications are closing soon. Catch now the opportunity to be part of our journey.

If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your application

including your portfolio (less than 10 MB) by email to recruitment@changaneuropa.com with a picture of yourself.