Associate Director Design

3 weeks ago

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Dc Consultants Full time
Job Description

We are seeking an Associate Director Design to lead the design strategy and a multi-disciplinary team, ensuring exceptional creative output aligned with business objectives. This senior leadership role requires over 15 years of progressive design experience and the ability to balance visionary thinking with practical execution. You will be responsible for developing comprehensive design strategies, leading and mentoring cross-functional design teams, managing client relationships, and contributing to business growth through design-led innovation.

Roles & Responsibilities:

- Strategic Leadership & Innovation: Develop and implement comprehensive design strategies aligned with business goals. Collaborate with executives to integrate design thinking into organizational decision-making. Identify market trends and emerging technologies to maintain a competitive advantage. Establish and maintain design systems, ensuring brand consistency across all touchpoints.
- Team Leadership & Development: Lead and mentor cross-functional design teams across multiple disciplines. Establish design processes, methodologies, and quality standards. Oversee resource allocation and team capacity management. Foster a collaborative, creative culture that encourages innovation and growth.
- Client & Stakeholder Management: Serve as the design authority and key client contact for high-value accounts. Present concepts and strategies to executive stakeholders and clients. Navigate complex requirements while maintaining design integrity. Build strong client relationships through design excellence and business understanding.
- Quality & Execution: Review and approve all major design deliverables, ensuring exceptional quality. Establish metrics to measure design effectiveness and impact. Lead design critique sessions to elevate work quality. Balance aesthetic excellence with business constraints and technical feasibility.
- Business Growth: Contribute to new business pitches with compelling design narratives. Identify opportunities to expand service offerings based on market needs. Represent the company at industry events and speaking engagements. Drive growth through design-led innovation.

Skills Required

- Bachelor's degree in Design or a related field; Master's preferred.
- 15+ years of progressive design experience with 5+ years in senior leadership.
- Proven track record leading multi-disciplinary design teams.
- Expert proficiency in industry-standard design tools, including Revit and BIM Software.
- Strong understanding of digital product development lifecycles.
- Experience with design systems implementation.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills at executive levels.
- Strategic thinking with demonstrated business acumen.
- A portfolio demonstrating design excellence and diverse project experience is required.
- Experience in Interior Design, Architecture, and Design Management is highly valued.

QUALIFICATION:

- A Bachelor's degree in Design or a related field is a key requirement.

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