Design Manager

Company Description

Publicis Le Pont is a one-stop-shop that connects scalable operations with creative agility. We are the ultimate partner that can lead your digital transformation with speed, efficiency and consumer-first approach. Through the Publicis Power of One we are seamlessly connecting three European Centres of Excellence: Commerce & Production, Data & Technology and Content & Creativity. These pillars define modern KPIs, but the magic happens only when they are connected. We work globally, creating strategies and digital materials for many global brands and businesses.

Job Description

• Managing work of Design Department Heads and Leads. Providing guidance, mentorship, and support in their professional development. Conducting regular performance evaluations, providing feedback, coaching, and identifying training needs. 
• Coordinating multiple design projects and efforts simultaneously, setting priorities and ensuring timely delivery. Being the go-to-person for all issues referring to the department, being able to operate as a Single Point of Contact for Senior Business and management stakeholders. 
• Close cooperation with Design Director on department development strategy – defining and bringing it to life. 
• Promoting collaboration across the entire Design team (eCommerce, UX/UI, Digital, Motion), establishing connections between teams and other departments within the organization. 
• Being up-to-date with the design trends, emerging technologies, and industry best practices. Sharing knowledge and insights with the wider team. 
• Staying up-to-date with advancements in graphic & motion design software and tools, evaluating their potential benefits for the team and implementing them as necessary. 
• Develop and maintain design & motion standards, guidelines, and best practices to ensure brand consistency across all materials and platforms. 

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a leadership or managerial role, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Ability to provide constructive feedback, mentorship, and guidance to designers. 
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, allocate resources, and meet deadlines. 
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively and strategically. 
• Proficient in English, both spoken and written. 
• Proven work experience as a Design Manager or similar, with a strong portfolio showcasing a range of design/ motion / etc. projects. Proficiency in graphic & motion design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects), Figma and other relevant tools. Animate, XD - nice to have. Familiarity with web design and UX/UI principles.
• Knowledge of print, motion & digital production processes. In-depth knowledge of design principles, typography, color theory, and layout techniques. 
• Strong understanding of branding and the ability to develop and maintain brand guidelines. 
• Attention to details and a commitment to delivering high-quality designs. 

Additional Information

We offer the following:

• Opportunity to develop in a stable company with an established position in the market.
• Extensive range of online training courses in cooperation with reputable market partners.
• Opportunity to participate in international and local development projects and programmes.
• International working environment.
• Attractive package of non-wage benefits (medical care, the Nais benefit platform, recreation allowance, access to a platform for learning foreign languages, access to the Marcel international training platform, etc.) - see details in the video below.
• High working flexibility (we work in a hybrid model, with predominance of home office).
• Work Your World – opportunity to work from any place in the world for 6 weeks a year and access to the Home Swap Home internal platform.
• Friendly and casual working atmosphere in a close-knit team filled with positive energy.

At Publicis Groupe, we value diversity and invite all candidates to apply, regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, religion or lack thereof, origin or disability.