Design Director

This Design Director role will oversee the end-to-end design process , ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards . Working closely with internal teams and external agencies , they will set the creative direction, manage design workflows, and refine brand identity across web, marketing, and user experience. As the role evolves in 2025, UI/UX will become a greater focus, allowing for deeper involvement in digital product design and user experience enhancements .

Location: Guildford (On-site) with some Hybrid

Salary: £55,000 - £70,000 per annum

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Development – Manage, mentor, and inspire the design team, fostering creativity and collaboration.
• Creative Strategy – Translate business concepts into strong visual identities, ensuring consistency across branding, web, and marketing campaigns.
• Stakeholder Collaboration – Partner with senior leadership and department heads to align design with business goals.
• Project Oversight – Oversee creative projects from concept to execution, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.
• External Agency Management – Maintain and develop relationships with external design, branding, and UX agencies.
• UI/UX Integration – Work towards incorporating user experience best practices into digital platforms in 2025 and beyond.
• Market & Trend Analysis – Stay ahead of industry trends, using insights to enhance design effectiveness.

Who They’re Looking For

• Proven experience in a senior design or creative role, with a strong portfolio of branding, web, and digital design projects.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other industry-standard design tools.
• Creative thinker with a strong eye for aesthetics, capable of turning concepts into compelling visuals.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Passion for UI/UX and digital experiences, with an interest in expanding into user experience design.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to lead discussions and present ideas.

Please do apply to be considered. Each CV will be reviewed and those suitable will be contacted.