Design Lead (Director Level)

Were looking for an experienced and visionary Design Lead to join our organization in Taguig this role you will lead the design vision and strategy mentor a talented design team and drive innovation across all digital products and experiences. The ideal candidate will combine strong design expertise with exceptional leadership capabilities fostering a collaborative environment where creative excellence thrives.

• Lead and mentor a team of designers providing constructive feedback professional development opportunities and clear performance guidance to support their growth and career advancement
• Develop and communicate design strategy vision and roadmap aligned with organizational goals and business objectives
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of design systems ensuring consistency scalability and adherence to brand standards across all digital touchpoints
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product management engineering and marketing to translate business requirements into compelling user-centered design solutions
• Conduct design reviews and quality assurance to maintain high standards of design excellence and usability
• Champion user research and testing methodologies to inform design decisions and validate design solutions
• Present design concepts prototypes and recommendations to stakeholders at all levels with clarity and persuasive communication
• Stay current with design trends tools and best practices and implement innovations within the teams workflow
• Manage design projects timelines and resources to ensure on-time delivery and optimal team productivity
• Foster a culture of innovation collaboration and continuous improvement within the design function

Qualifications :

• 7 years of professional design experience with a minimum of 3 years in a design leadership or senior design role
• Demonstrated expertise in UI/UX design with a strong portfolio showcasing design leadership and strategic thinking
• Proficiency with industry-standard design tools such as Figma Adobe Creative Suite Sketch or equivalent platforms
• Strong knowledge of design systems design principles and design methodologies
• Proven experience building and scaling design teams including hiring mentoring and performance management
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to articulate design concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience collaborating with product engineering and business teams in an agile environment
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Understanding of accessibility standards and inclusive design principles
• Proficiency in design research user testing and data-driven design decision-making
• Experience with design documentation and design specifications
• Preferred: Knowledge of WCAG accessibility guidelines and experience implementing accessible design solutions
• Preferred: Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies
• Preferred: Experience with design mentorship and team development programs

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time