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Sebnini are recruiting for a Head of Design within the home fragrance sector. If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.The ideal candidate will have 10+ years experience in designing for the retail sector, management experience and implementation of a project management system. This is a pivotal role for someone who thrives on innovation, brings a sharp commercial eye, and who can translate creative ideas into market-leading products that resonate with consumers. Youll drive forward a culture of excellence, creativity, and collaboration within the team. The right candidate will be someone with a graphic design background and management experience, looking to take the next step in their career. If you have experience working with leading retailers and are passionate about leading and inspiring a creative team turning big ideas into consumer success stories, wed love to hear from you.Working in a successful and well-established family-run business, you will run a team who produce conceptsacross ranges for a number of leading retailers nationally and globally, tailored to our specific clients.An interest in homewares and interior trends will be particularly beneficial for this role.Responsibilities will include: Scheduling and prioritising design work and allocating tasks effectively within the design teamusing a project management system, overseeing the workflow of multiple design projects to ensuredeadlines are met Oversee and manage feedback, ensuring amends are implemented efficiently Scheduling and prioritising production artwork when necessary Understand and anticipate the requirements of workflows across the business to ensure the Designteam are resourced adequately Anticipate potential project challenges and proactively find solutions to maintain seamlessexecution Ensure designs align with retailers' brand guidelines, working closely with internal teams to secureapproval and sign-off Liaise with compliance team to maintain awareness of compliance and regulatory standards Briefing and manage external freelancers when additional support is required Liaise with buying and sales teams within the company Keep abreast of trends and innovation within the industry, organising team comp shops and visitingtrade shows to develop and produce quarterly trend decks. Collaborating with the NPD manager to develop new ideas and writing briefs for the design team Client presentation planning and building Art direction for marketing projects such as website and photoshoots Conduct regular one-to-one reviews and annual appraisals; coaching, developing, and motivatingthe design team to drive performance and creativity Manage and inspire the design team, supporting through any challenges, and fostering a solutions-driven approach Overseeing the recruitment process Concept and product design/visuals when necessary Produce print ready production artwork and final artwork checking when necessarySkills & requirements: Experience managing a design team within a creative environment An inspirational and motivating mentor and manager who is personable and approachable Outstanding communication skills Strong experience within the world of product, graphic & packaging design, ideally acrosshomeware, beauty or gifting Highly creative and commercial with a keen eye for trend Strong project management skills, with excellent organisational and time management abilities Experience in implementing a project management system would be advantageous A proactive problem-solver who anticipates challenges and delivers solutions Thrives in a fast-paced role and environment Excellence in Adobe Suite