Havas is looking for a Senior Product Designer specializing in Design Systems to lead the design, documentation, and evolution of scalable component libraries to be used by global teams. In this role, you will lead a small team of Product Designers to design and document components of a global design system, and partner closely with developers, strategists, and clients to ensure adoption across platforms and markets. Youll be equally comfortable rolling up your sleeves in Figma, guiding others, and presenting work to senior stakeholders.If youre a strategic thinker, a design systems expert, and a confident communicator who enjoys shaping both products and teams, wed love to hear from you.Who You AreA design systems specialist with strong product design foundationsA confident design leader and mentorA clear, engaging communicator and presenterA systems thinker who understands how design connects to code, content, and CMS platformsComfortable working in fast-paced, client-facing, agile environmentsA seasoned professional, experienced navigating corporate environments and communicating with senior stakeholdersWhat Youll DoDesign Systems LeadershipLead the design and evolution of a global design system, including components, patterns, tokens, and guidelinesEnsure components are scalable, accessible, reusable, and implementation-readyCreate and maintain clear, usable documentation to support global teamsPartner with engineering to align design components with front-end frameworks and CMS platforms (AEM experience is a strong asset)Team LeadershipMentor a team of 3 Product DesignersSet a high bar for craft, consistency, and systems thinkingProvide design direction, feedback, and coachingEnsure productive collaboration with strategists, developers, and product owners to deliver high-quality outcomesClient & Stakeholder EngagementAct as a design systems expert in client conversationsPresent and defend design decisions with clarity and confidenceTranslate complex design and technical concepts into clear, client-friendly narrativesAdvocate for user-centered design, accessibility, and best practices at scaleWhat You Bring7+ years of experience in Product, UX, or Interaction DesignA portfolio demonstrating showcasing holistic thinking, process, and end results across web and/or mobile platforms, and experience building and maintaining design systemsExperience leading or mentoring designersAdvanced expertise in Figma (components, libraries, documentation)Strong understanding of accessibility (WCAG), responsive design, and component-based thinkingExperience working in an agency environmentExcellent communication and presentation skillsNice to HaveExperience working with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) componentsFamiliarity with front-end development principlesExperience supporting multi-brand or global design systemsMotion, micro-interaction, or system-level interaction design experienceAdditional InformationThis role represents an active vacancy at Havas. You will be joining a collaborative, growth-oriented environment where ideas are encouraged and career development is supported. The base hourly range for this position is CAD 60-82 with final compensation determined based on factors such as work location, skills, experience, and background. Havas uses artificial intelligence-enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process. All hiring decisions are made by our recruiting and hiring teams.Why Join us?We are deeply committed to investing in the professional development of our team members, providing ample opportunities to expand skills, take on diverse challenges, and contribute to high-impact projects. Our passion for what we do drives us. Joining our team means being part of a culture and organization that prioritizes growth, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence...not to mention you would make some pretty cool new friends!
Job Title
Senior Product Designer