Head of Design

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from 3SearchProduct Design | UX/UI | Creative Recruiter at 3Search | Hiring standout design talent to elevate digital products & experiences across B2C & B2B This is one of those rare opportunities to join a legacy business on the cusp of reinvention. A 100‐year‐old success story entering its next chapter, this brand is embarking on a major creative and digital transformation, scaling its in‐house design capability and redefining what creativity looks like in a category ripe for disruption.As Head of Design, you\’ll be the creative heartbeat of that evolution, leading, mentoring, and inspiring a talented design team while staying hands‐on with the craft, leading on digital design best practice. You\’ll partner closely with a Creative Director and cross‐functional teams to shape the design direction across web, app, digital collateral (social, email, etc.) and brand experience. If you want to bring your track record in e‐commerce to help elevate a heritage brand into a modern, global player, then this is for you!WHAT THEY NEED – Someone who\’s equally strategic and hands‐on – a lead‐by‐example creative who still loves being on the toolsA designer who can bring structure, guidance, and inspiration to a growing in‐house team while rolling up their sleeves on the workSomeone comfortable navigating change and ambiguity – this is a business mid‐transformation and the pace is fastA digital native who thrives on variety: from digital campaigns and app experiences to packaging and live event screens (this really does touch on all channels and needs someone who can create a cohesive multichannel brand experience)Someone who\’s motivated by the chance to build something, shaping process, culture, and creative standards from the ground upWHAT YOU\’RE GREAT AT – Design leadership – guiding and growing a multidisciplinary design team across digital, brand, and campaign workCraft and execution – a master of Adobe Creative Suite and Figma, delivering high‐impact creative at paceAI curiosity in a business context – incorporating emerging tools into your workflow to unlock smarter, faster creative developmentDigital storytelling – designing for e‐commerce, retail, and performance environments where creativity meets commercial impactCollaboration – working closely with marketing, product, and strategy teams to deliver joined‐up, insight‐driven creativeWHAT YOU\’LL GET – Hybrid working (3 days per week in the Wales HQ – for team leadership and cross‐function collaboration – possible flex for those living further afield)The chance to make a massive impact at a moment of transformation – think \”start‐up\” mentality with the infrastructure and footprint of a heritage brandSeniority level Mid‐Senior levelEmployment type Full‐timeJob function Design and Art/CreativeIndustries: Retail and Sporting Goods ManufacturingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at 3Search by 2xLocation: London, United Kingdom

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