Design Director

Kingsmen; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm in Singapore is seeking a dynamic individual to assist in managing day-to-day operations and lead a diverse team of designers. The role involves procuring Key Accounts, collaborating closely with various teams to secure projects, and improving efficiencies. Ideal candidates should demonstrate strong leadership skills, prior experience in design management, and a track record of enhancing team capabilities. This position offers an opportunity to significantly impact the firm's growth and success in the region.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading and managing design teams.
• Strong skills in account management and business development.
• Ability to mentor and improve team capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Creative Director on day-to-day operations.
• Lead and manage a team of designers in their tasks.
• Procure new Key Accounts for the Company.
• Collaborate with Account Service and Project Management teams.
• Pitch for projects and oversee progress.
• Increase success rate of design pitches.
• Expand Company services geographically.
• Mentor designers to improve skills and outputs.
• Improve work processes and efficiencies.

Job description

• Assist Creative Director on the day-to-day operations
• Lead and manage a team of designers of various disciplines on their day to day tasks
• Seek and procure new Key Accounts for the Company
• Work in close collaboration with the Account Service and Project Management team to secure new accounts and projects
• Lead in pitching for projects and potential accounts in Singapore and any other Kingsmen office when required, including overseeing the progress through the various stages
• Increase the success rate of design pitches and tender submissions
• Expand the Company’s services to a wider geographical spectrum
• Lead and mentor all designers within the team, improve and better their skills and the level of their design outputs and qualities
• Expand capabilities of the design manager
• Improve the work processes and efficiencies within the Company
• Review and improve the administrative procedures and policies

HQ - 22 Changi Business Park Central 2,
Singapore 486032