Design Manager

Role Overview

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement design strategies, plans, and criteria for projects and initiatives.
• Assess the feasibility and innovation potential of design concepts and solutions.
• Lead, mentor, and support designers in a collaborative and inclusive environment.
• Oversee large-scale projects, brand development, and design system implementations.
• Monitor design standards, quality benchmarks, and regulatory compliance.
• Advise stakeholders and leadership on design-related matters and industry trends.
• Evaluate team performance and design operations and recommend improvements.
• Prepare initiative reports, manage budgets and resources, and collaborate with product, marketing, and engineering.

Required Qualifications

• At least 15 years of professional design experience is required.
• At least 8 years of leadership or management experience is required.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Sketch, or equivalent tools is required.
• Experience in design management, strategy, standards, project oversight, budget management, and stakeholder advising is required.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required.

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Design, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience with design thinking and user-centered design principles is preferred.
• Knowledge of compliance, accessibility standards, and quality assurance processes is preferred.
• Experience mentoring junior designers and analyzing market and competitive design trends is preferred.

Essential Attributes

About the Employer

Onboarding

• Newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an employer office location.