Lead Product Designer

• Oversee the design direction and execution for multiple projects.
• Align team goals with business strategies and objectives.
• Advocate for the needs and goals of users, incorporating human-centered ideas into design solutions
• Drive high-level design decisions and ensure consistency across projects.
• Advocate for innovation and best practices within the design team.
• Effectively communicate complex ideas through sketches, digital prototypes, and in-person presentations to stakeholders and project teams.
• Present design strategies and solutions to senior stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, developers, and other stakeholders, to deliver exceptional design solutions.
• Ensure inclusive and accessible experiences for users of diverse abilities, proactively adhering to relevant laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Mentor and manage a team of designers, fostering growth and collaboration.
• Cultivate a supportive team environment, actively engaging in the growth and development of team members, tracking performance, and providing necessary support.
• Share insights and expertise in knowledge-sharing sessions, conferences, and industry events to contribute to the design community’s advancement.
• Contribute to agile development processes, participating in sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives

• In-depth understanding of the product design domain, including best practices and emerging trends.
• A minimum of 8 years of commercial experience in design, including at least 2 years in a team leadership role.
• Strong problem-solving skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making abilities.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on developing people, providing feedback, and motivation.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset, fostering teamwork with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in generative and evaluative research methods to inform design decisions.
• A strong portfolio showcasing your design process, rationale, and impactful results.
• Solid time management and prioritization skills for handling schedules in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.
• A human-centered design approach involving rapid testing and iteration of solutions.
• Expertise in user research, accessibility, and design thinking.
• Proficient in setting objectives and effective planning.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and criticism.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in advanced design tools and prototyping methods.
• English proficiency at a B2+ level or higher.

Will be a plus

• Actively engage in presale and upsale activities, including creating proposals and delivering persuasive presentations.
• Experience mentoring multi-disciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities, with experience in coaching and developing teams.
• Certifications in strategic design or business.