120 Design Director jobs in the United Kingdom

Design Manager

Birmingham

£Superb salary and benefits

This globally recognised consultancy are seeking a leader for their industry and buildings group in the Midlands, which combines both their environmental consultancy and engineering design offering. Providing expert and specialist consultancy services within the built environment with target sectors including logistics, manufacturing, mission critical facilities, offshore wind and ports they are seen as industry leaders.

You will be joining their integrated project delivery business, working as part of the Design and Project Management team. The focus will be on the responsibility for a project, or number of projects, working with one of their business lines to help provide expertise in project delivery.

Their project teams are constantly looking for opportunities to improve their delivery, in terms of automation and innovation and you will be part of this process, constantly looking for opportunities across their projects. Working closely with the design engineers and technicians both internal and sometimes external depending on the complexity of the project.

Based in Birmingham the range of projects cover a wide area across the UK and Europe – which will involve quite regular travel.

For your part you will manage and deliver the design output for medium to large complex design projects.  Alongside this form relationships with clients, internal teams, stakeholders and third-party specialists and manage design teams and achieve technically correct and co-ordinated designs on programme, and within agreed budget.  Additionally provide design support and aid with problem solving during co-ordination meetings, design manage communications upstream to the client, and downstream to the team as appropriate.
There will also be involvement in supporting the of their design offering with continual client engagement and business development.

The role will involve the technical delivery, completion and co-ordination of designs to programme deadlines.  Oversee quality and checking processes for designs as well as

lead design concepts and design reviews on projects and progress review meetings.

Acting as the lead RFI and design change control processes on projects, leading on value engineering reviews on projects and assisting with the commercial control over design project.
You will assist with the Project Management team to promote Design Management within the business and provide mentoring to less senior Design Managers whilst supporting the positive culture in order to promote a satisfied Client and ensure repeat business;

A graduate in either Architecture, Civil/Structural or Building Services with minimum of 8 years’ experience in a senior Design Management role and all that entails.

You will have a thorough NEC contract knowledge and the ability to show a detailed understanding of complex building design and site wide infrastructure involving Civils, Transport, MEP.   Additionally a thorough knowledge of the planning and permitting process applied to complex projects.

This role offers an salary including a welcome bonus, extended holiday and an superb salary pacakge together with great prospects to progress within the group.

• Generous holiday allowance plus additional time off at Christmas
• On-site coffee shop with free breakfast, tea, coffee, and fresh fruit daily
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme with the company contributing back
• Life assurance after 12 months’ service
• Employee Assistance Programme including 24/7 online GP service, plus mental, financial, and physical wellbeing support
• Free pensions and mortgage advice
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• A supportive culture built on collaboration, innovation, and growth

• Assess project design requirements and ensure they align with best-in-class fit-out standards
• Lead concept design, space planning, and client presentation schemes
• Actively participate in client meetings, pitches, and presentations
• Collaborate with build and project delivery teams to ensure seamless execution
• Manage team workload, mentoring and developing designers
• Continuously improve processes and systems to enhance project outcomes
• Demonstrate strong understanding of the full client journey and internal workflows

• A degree in Interior Design or Architecture (or equivalent)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the corporate office interiors sector
• Proven track record managing design & build projects
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, Revit , and strong hand sketching
• In-depth knowledge of relevant codes, standards, and compliance requirements
• The ability to balance creativity with commercial awareness
• Strong leadership, client-facing, and presentation skills

Design Manager

Birmingham

£Superb salary and benefits

This globally recognised consultancy are seeking a leader for their industry and buildings group in the Midlands, which combines both their environmental consultancy and engineering design offering. Providing expert and specialist consultancy services within the built environment with target sectors including logistics, manufacturing, mission critical facilities, offshore wind and ports they are seen as industry leaders.

You will be joining their integrated project delivery business, working as part of the Design and Project Management team. The focus will be on the responsibility for a project, or number of projects, working with one of their business lines to help provide expertise in project delivery.

Their project teams are constantly looking for opportunities to improve their delivery, in terms of automation and innovation and you will be part of this process, constantly looking for opportunities across their projects. Working closely with the design engineers and technicians both internal and sometimes external depending on the complexity of the project.

Based in Birmingham the range of projects cover a wide area across the UK and Europe – which will involve quite regular travel.

For your part you will manage and deliver the design output for medium to large complex design projects.  Alongside this form relationships with clients, internal teams, stakeholders and third-party specialists and manage design teams and achieve technically correct and co-ordinated designs on programme, and within agreed budget.  Additionally provide design support and aid with problem solving during co-ordination meetings, design manage communications upstream to the client, and downstream to the team as appropriate.
There will also be involvement in supporting the of their design offering with continual client engagement and business development.

The role will involve the technical delivery, completion and co-ordination of designs to programme deadlines.  Oversee quality and checking processes for designs as well as

lead design concepts and design reviews on projects and progress review meetings.

Acting as the lead RFI and design change control processes on projects, leading on value engineering reviews on projects and assisting with the commercial control over design project.
You will assist with the Project Management team to promote Design Management within the business and provide mentoring to less senior Design Managers whilst supporting the positive culture in order to promote a satisfied Client and ensure repeat business;

A graduate in either Architecture, Civil/Structural or Building Services with minimum of 8 years’ experience in a senior Design Management role and all that entails.

You will have a thorough NEC contract knowledge and the ability to show a detailed understanding of complex building design and site wide infrastructure involving Civils, Transport, MEP.   Additionally a thorough knowledge of the planning and permitting process applied to complex projects.

This role offers an salary including a welcome bonus, extended holiday and an superb salary pacakge together with great prospects to progress within the group.

*Job title: Design Director

*Salary type: Up to £70k

*Job type: Permanent Position

*Location: Hybrid London/Bethnal Green (In the office Tuesdays & Thursdays)

Tomorrow is on the lookout for an experienced Design Director with an understanding of environmental graphics, wayfinding, signage and place branding to join a multidisciplinary creative studio that blends art, design, and storytelling to transform spaces and experiences. Working across physical and digital mediums, they collaborate with brands, architects, and cultural institutions to create immersive installations, bespoke artworks, and brand expressions that connect emotionally with audiences. Their work often bridges the gap between commercial environments and contemporary art, aiming to inspire, engage, and leave a lasting impact.

Your Role

As Design Director, you'll lead multiple projects across various workstreams while managing a team of 3-5 designers. This key role anchors the creative team and helps drive the agency's vision forward. If you have standout work in environmental design, retail, pop-ups, activations, wayfinding, signage, or placemaking, this could be the role for you!

What We're Looking For

• Creating next level pitch documents, ensuring that they are creatively cohesive and easily accessible to the team for future reference
• Researching key opportunities to further our reach in the public art space and formulating submissions
• Providing creative oversight on a number of projects and workstreams alongside the Global Creative Director, liaising with them at key checkpoints for input and approval
• Forming strong client relationships that encourage return to future projects in the studio
• Helping to build upon the 'activate' offering of the studio as a new revenue stream and pitch it to clients
• Taking on feedback related to previous projects, identifying key learnings and objectives to ensure upcoming projects are as creatively engaging and profitable as possible

Requirements

• Developing high-impact pitch decks that are creatively aligned and easily accessible for future team use
• Identifying opportunities in the public art space and crafting compelling submissions to expand our presence
• Overseeing creative direction across multiple projects and workstreams in collaboration with the Global Creative Director, aligning at key milestones for input and sign-off
• Building strong, lasting client relationships that drive repeat business and long-term studio partnerships
• Contributing to the growth of the studio's 'activate' offering, shaping it into a new revenue stream and presenting it to potential clients
• Reviewing feedback from past projects to extract key insights and apply learnings that enhance the creativity and profitability of future work

To apply for this Design Director position in London, please send you CV and portfolio to

*Due to the high volume of responses, if you have not received a response in 48 hours please take it that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful. Our client won't be able to sponsor, so please bear this in mind ahead of applying.

We are passionate about promoting diversity, inclusion, and equality, and are committed to working with clients who share our outlook. We offer equal opportunities to all candidates regardless of background, identity, sexuality, and disability. We strive to create inclusive cultures where diversity is seen as real value for the company. Our mission is for everyone to feel empowered to be their true authentic selves at work.

*Job title: Design Director

*Salary type: Up to £70k

*Job type: Permanent Position

*Location: Hybrid London/Bethnal Green (In the office Tuesdays & Thursdays)

Tomorrow is on the lookout for an experienced Design Director with an understanding of environmental graphics, wayfinding, signage and place branding to join a multidisciplinary creative studio that blends art, design, and storytelling to transform spaces and experiences. Working across physical and digital mediums, they collaborate with brands, architects, and cultural institutions to create immersive installations, bespoke artworks, and brand expressions that connect emotionally with audiences. Their work often bridges the gap between commercial environments and contemporary art, aiming to inspire, engage, and leave a lasting impact.

Your Role

As Design Director, you'll lead multiple projects across various workstreams while managing a team of 3-5 designers. This key role anchors the creative team and helps drive the agency's vision forward. If you have standout work in environmental design, retail, pop-ups, activations, wayfinding, signage, or placemaking, this could be the role for you!

What We're Looking For

• Creating next level pitch documents, ensuring that they are creatively cohesive and easily accessible to the team for future reference
• Researching key opportunities to further our reach in the public art space and formulating submissions
• Providing creative oversight on a number of projects and workstreams alongside the Global Creative Director, liaising with them at key checkpoints for input and approval
• Forming strong client relationships that encourage return to future projects in the studio
• Helping to build upon the 'activate' offering of the studio as a new revenue stream and pitch it to clients
• Taking on feedback related to previous projects, identifying key learnings and objectives to ensure upcoming projects are as creatively engaging and profitable as possible

Requirements

• Developing high-impact pitch decks that are creatively aligned and easily accessible for future team use
• Identifying opportunities in the public art space and crafting compelling submissions to expand our presence
• Overseeing creative direction across multiple projects and workstreams in collaboration with the Global Creative Director, aligning at key milestones for input and sign-off
• Building strong, lasting client relationships that drive repeat business and long-term studio partnerships
• Contributing to the growth of the studio's 'activate' offering, shaping it into a new revenue stream and presenting it to potential clients
• Reviewing feedback from past projects to extract key insights and apply learnings that enhance the creativity and profitability of future work

To apply for this Design Director position in London, please send you CV and portfolio to

*Due to the high volume of responses, if you have not received a response in 48 hours please take it that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful. Our client won't be able to sponsor, so please bear this in mind ahead of applying.

We are passionate about promoting diversity, inclusion, and equality, and are committed to working with clients who share our outlook. We offer equal opportunities to all candidates regardless of background, identity, sexuality, and disability. We strive to create inclusive cultures where diversity is seen as real value for the company. Our mission is for everyone to feel empowered to be their true authentic selves at work.

ABOUT US

Brandpie is an exciting and dynamic consultancy with a diverse and highly experienced team located across the UK and North America. We are world leaders in purpose-led transformation. Working with some of the world's largest B2B organisations to help them better understand and define their purpose. Our work with companies impacts the way they appear, communicate, operate and engage with their employees and the wider world. We do this through a unique blend of services across brand, culture and experience.

We pride ourselves in being a company that works in a smart, friendly, and co-operative way that respects everyone’s time and is understanding of that fact that work, however important, is just one part of your life. Our culture aspires to be creative and nurturing, with open, transparent communication. We’re a diverse and strategic bunch, with a mix of doers and thinkers, and we are looking for someone who’s like-minded and pragmatic to help us deliver great work.

THE ROLE

As a Design Director, you will:

• Promote and develop creative thinking and motivate others to come up with new and unique ideas.
• Ensure complex information is delivered and displayed in the most compelling way.
• Lead the team to deliver amazing work, from conceptual ideas, through development, design, and completion.
• Be a partner with the senior team to ensure that the creative solution solves the client / brand need on the project.
• Listen to, mentor, and guide the design team members to learn and grow their skills and knowledge.
• Take ownership of full project delivery, ensuring everyone involved is clear on the objectives, and can subsequently help to create a case study for each project.
• Play an active role in new business, being involved in pitches and meeting with potential new clients.
• Work with the Creative Director to build, manage, and sustain a digital first design team.

Requirements

As a Design Director, you are:

• Experienced: with several years of experience under your belt, you’ve created great work for big international brands, small charities and everything in between. Ideally you will currently be working as a Design Director and have a strong background or leading a design team, however a hungry and driven Senior Designer ready for their first Design Director role will also be considered.
• Keen eye for design: current in the latest trends and standards for graphic design and know the difference between decoration and creative problem-solving.
• Technical: you are a master of the Adobe Creative Suite, with skills/experience in one or more of the following a major plus: Sketch, After Effects, Premiere Pro and Cinema 4D. You have delivered strong concepts and unique ideas across various mediums, with experience in motion and digital design.
• Collaborative: you love to brainstorm and work with others, whether you are 1-1 with the creative director or rolling your sleeves up with the team, you do your part to contribute to the creation of a killer execution.
• Detail oriented: you are able to manage multiple projects at once while maintaining attention to detail with each project.
• A self-starter: always curious and excited to learn with one finger to the pulse of the latest trends in brand and design.
• Full of personality: enthusiastic, passionate and positive, always bringing good vibes to the team.
• Clear communicator:  Strong communication skills and an ability to work remotely and independently with the ability to collaborate successfully during this new normal.

YOUR MINDSET

• Clear communicator:  You have strong communication skills and are comfortable communicating and challenging ideas with clients and colleagues.
• Team player:  You love to generate fresh thinking and work with others, whether you are 1-1 or rolling your sleeves up with the broader team, you do your part to contribute to the creation of brilliant ideas and experiences.
• Passionate : You are excited and passionate about developing world-class design experiences and the benefits innovative technologies can offer our clients. Keeping up with the latest trends, new approaches and techniques to enhance our capabilities as a business.
• Detail-oriented:  You are able to manage multiple projects at once while maintaining attention to detail with each project.
• A self-starter:  You’re comfortable working in a small team and taking the initiative to help drive projects forward. Even if this sometimes means you need to do something that’s not always expected from your role.

Benefits

PERKS AND BENEFITS

At Brandpie we believe supporting and helping everyone to grow as a team and an individual. We help do this through our comprehensive and competitive benefits package we offer:

• Generous reward package:  We provide industry competitive salaries that reflect experience and ability. We also offer additional benefits including medical and life insurance, gym membership contributions and a company pension scheme.
• A competitive holiday package:  You will start with 23 days annual leave, which increases by 1 day per year to a maximum of 28 days. Our business usually closes between Christmas and New Year, providing an additional 3 days leave.
• Wellbeing support:  We believe it’s vital people have time to focus on their wellbeing (both physical and mental). From day one you will be provided with a comprehensive core and mental health cover (currently with Vitality Health), subsidized gym membership, partner rewards and discounts, including 12 months free subscription to Headspace and Employee Assistance Programme though WeCare.
• Flexi-time and place: We now operate a fully flexible model. We do not insist that our people are office based and respect everyone’s individual preference. We encourage flexible work patterns and want our people to find a fair work/life balance they are comfortable with.
• Solid technology kit:  On joining you will receive new IT equipment including a laptop (Mac only), peripherals, and an external monitor for your home set-up.
• Personal development: We want you to learn and grow with us. To make sure our people are up to date with our latest work, we do regular Knowledge Share sessions, and we will work with you to create a personal career development plan. We make a commitment that every member of staff has at least 1 day a month dedicated to PD.

Our dedication to embracing diversity

Brandpie is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, reward and promote regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

!Design Director - Environmental design

Will need to see workings behind the polished folio

Can you nurture strong concepts and make them real?

Do you have wayfinding, and can you show the process and problem solving (demonstrate how they got to the concept?)

Have you experience of managing workloads?

Can you develop a tricky client?

Can you nurture and guide junior creatives when you are not able to have hands on the deck?

We are currently seeking a talented Design Director with a strong background in graphic design to join a dynamic and fast-paced team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading creative projects within client budgets while delivering top-tier designs.

About Our Client

Our client is a multidisciplinary studio comprised of artists, designers, and creatives who specialize in creating bespoke artworks and installations for leading developers, brands, architects, and designers. They are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are dedicated to sustainability and social responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Create compelling pitch documents and research new opportunities in the public art space
• Provide creative oversight on projects and workstreams, collaborating with the Global Creative Director
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to new revenue streams
• Assist in recruiting and managing creative talent
• Contribute to the studio's overall goals and strategy

Requirements

• Degree in Graphic Design or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Graphic Designer
• Management experience
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
• Ability to travel to clients' sites
• Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills
• Excellent team player with the ability to meet deadlines

Benefits

• 25 days holiday, with additional days for Christmas closure
• Private healthcare and matching pension contributions
• Hybrid working model with remote options
• Support for creative pursuits
• Enhanced maternity and paternity policies

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds. They are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone is valued and respected.

Leading UK based, global practice requires an innovative Design Director to lead on exciting large-scale projects across the globe.

The Midlands based practice has an exciting and rare opening for an innovative Design Director to lead on their large-scale schemes. In this international role you would operate as an important member of the practice’s global management team. Be responsible for setting the agenda to drive creative and delivery processes, while facilitating and championing innovation and research.

This globally and nationally renowned practice would like to receive candidates from diverse experience backgrounds. You will need to have assembled a ‘global excellence’ portfolio of elite design projects. Sectors could include cultural, education, retail, commercial or mixed use as examples. The role requires substantial international travel to service and build client relationships.

The remuneration package is outstanding and aligned with the role as a senior practice leader. You will be welcomed into a strong culture, championing a friendly, ambitious, positive and outgoing environment.

Key responsibilities

• Drive innovation and design excellence.
• Manage several projects and teams concurrently.
• To work within the senior leadership team across practice.
• Be responsible for fees/resourcing/practice management duties.
• Client engagement, business development and marketing strategy.

Skills and experience

• Fully qualified architect with Part III.
• Experience running cutting-edge global schemes.
• Servicing global clients and winning significant work.
• Excellent communication skills and proven experience of mentoring and developing your team.

!Design Director - Environmental design

Will need to see workings behind the polished folio

Can you nurture strong concepts and make them real?

Do you have wayfinding, and can you show the process and problem solving (demonstrate how they got to the concept?)

Have you experience of managing workloads?

Can you develop a tricky client?

Can you nurture and guide junior creatives when you are not able to have hands on the deck?

We are currently seeking a talented Design Director with a strong background in graphic design to join a dynamic and fast-paced team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading creative projects within client budgets while delivering top-tier designs.

About Our Client

Our client is a multidisciplinary studio comprised of artists, designers, and creatives who specialize in creating bespoke artworks and installations for leading developers, brands, architects, and designers. They are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are dedicated to sustainability and social responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Create compelling pitch documents and research new opportunities in the public art space
• Provide creative oversight on projects and workstreams, collaborating with the Global Creative Director
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to new revenue streams
• Assist in recruiting and managing creative talent
• Contribute to the studio's overall goals and strategy

Requirements

• Degree in Graphic Design or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Graphic Designer
• Management experience
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
• Ability to travel to clients' sites
• Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills
• Excellent team player with the ability to meet deadlines

Benefits

• 25 days holiday, with additional days for Christmas closure
• Private healthcare and matching pension contributions
• Hybrid working model with remote options
• Support for creative pursuits
• Enhanced maternity and paternity policies

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds. They are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone is valued and respected.