Senior Manager, Design Operations

Who are we?

Here at Nothing, we\’re building a world where tech is fun again. Remember a time where every new product made you excited? We\’re bringing that back.

To get there we\’re gathering the creative and the curious. Those that are passionate enough to question the old and embrace the new. In return, you\’ll be part of a movement, contributing to a global ecosystem of products that bring joy to people\’s lives.

In four years, we’ve sold over 6 million products worldwide including Phone (1), which was listed on Time Magazine\’s Best Inventions of 2022 for Innovative Smartphone Design. In 2024, we launched our third and fourth smartphones, as well as a new audio lineup, including our debut in Open Sound Technology: Ear (open).

Alongside our core product range, we also have CMF by Nothing, a sub-brand dedicated to making great design more accessible without compromising on quality and innovation. Everyday at Nothing we share an optimism that we’re making a difference to the world. If that sounds like something you\’d like to be part of, read on…

The Role:

Responsible for the overall operations and coordination of the design team, including developing and implementing processes and procedures to ensure clarity and creativity, as well as managing budgets and timelines. The Senior Manager, Design Operations reports to the Global Design Director.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the design team, ensuring all projects are completed on time, within budget, and that the team runs smoothly. You will work closely with the Global Design Director to set goals, manage timelines, and allocate resources. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience working with creative and innovative teams, spanning both Hardware and Experience/software. You will have a strong understanding of the creative process, as well as project management methodologies. You will be an excellent communicator and have the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, as well as end-to-end parts of the product development process.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operations of the design team, including project management, budgeting, scheduling, and resourcing.
• Ensure that all projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the right fidelity.
• Assist in the development of long-term strategic projects for the department.
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate team members.
• Ensure there is a weekly cadence that suits the needs of the team.
• Monitor departmental KPIs and take corrective action as necessary.
• Stay up to date on industry best practices and trends.
• Identify process improvements and implement change.
• Serve as the liaison point with the design team and other departments within the company.
• Foster a creative and collaborative environment within the department.
• Handle conflict resolution in product design forums.
• Line management responsibility for the Studio Assistant for the London Design Studio.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Demonstrable commercial professional experience in creative adjacent roles.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously whilst maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational skills with multitasking ability.
• Bachelor\’s degree preferably in a creative discipline.
• Experience in developing and managing budgets.
• Experience developing and implementing process improvements.

We are an equal opportunity employer and will always promote a more diverse and inclusive environment. We are committed to being a welcome employer for all candidates.

#J-18808-Ljbffr