Associate Lead Designer

Were looking for an Associate Lead Designer who excels at balancing creative vision with practical execution, guiding teams & delivering exceptional results.
If you thrive on transforming complex challenges into elegant solutions, mentoring fellow designers & building strong client relationships, this is your opportunity to shine. Your leadership will directly fuel the companys creative excellence, client satisfaction & industry reputation.Your Purpose to the Team:Act as the bridge between senior leadership, design teams & clients to ensure alignmentDrive creative excellence across multiple projects while maintaining consistency & qualityCollaborate with client across all phases of the projectTranslate business & user needs into innovative design solutions that deliver measurable results across web, mobile etc.Balance creative vision with practical constraints to ensure timely & effective project deliveryElevate the skills & capabilities of junior designersFoster a culture of design thinking, continuous improvement & creative problem-solving

What Youll Own & Drive:
Strategic design direction & execution across assigned projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives & brand guidelinesCollaboration with clients throughout project lifecycles, from discovery to deliveryUser research initiatives that inform design decisions & create intuitive, user-centered experiences via information architecture, user stories, product designs, etc.Mentorship programs for junior designers, including regular feedback sessions & skill development plansCross-functional teamwork that integrates design solutions seamlessly with development & marketing effortsQuality assurance processes for all design deliverables, maintaining high standards while meeting deadlinesImplementation of design best practices, emerging trends & innovative approaches that differentiate our workDevelopment of design systems & reusable components that improve efficiency & consistencyTeam productivity & morale through effective resource allocation, workflow optimization & positive leadership

What Were Looking For:
6+ years of professional design experience with 2+ years leading design teams in fast-paced environmentsAbility to balance creative excellence with business objectives & technical constraintsDeep expertise in user research techniques, accessible design, design systems, prototyping design tools.Strong client relationship management skills with the ability to present design concepts persuasivelyExperience in mentoring junior designers & contributing to their professional growthExcellent communication & storytelling abilities that can translate complex ideas into compelling narrativesCollaborative approach that values diverse perspectives & fosters inclusive design practices