Associate Director, Wayfinding and DesignReady to step into a leadership role where your design insight and strategic thinking can truly shape outcomes? A renowned international firm specialising in Wayfinding, Architecture, and Interior Design are looking for an Associate Director to lead and inspire their Branded Environments team. You’ll help steer high-impact projects, guide emerging talent, and play a key role in the evolution of a collaborative, future-focused practice.The Speed read: You’ll be the creative and technical powerhouse leading projects from concept to completion. These projects are global and super diverse ranging from mixed use developments, education, cross cultural, hospitality, retail, commercial and residential.The Facts: As Associate Director, you’ll manage your team, support junior colleagues to reach their potential, and play a key role in business development. Autonomy is yours to own, with minimal oversight - perfect for a self-starter who’s organised, personable, and obsessed with quality design.Responsibilities:Leading and inspiring your team to deliver outstanding design and technical excellenceManaging projects from start to finish, ensuring deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are metActing as a key client contact, building strong relationships and driving repeat businessSupporting junior colleagues with coaching, feedback, and professional developmentPitching in on business development and fee negotiationsKeeping a sharp eye on budgets, resources, and project workflowsContributing creatively by actively designing on live projectsRequirements:Proven experience across design for the built environment at various scales and sectorsA strong knack for project management and client liaison with impeccable organisation skillsLeadership chops and the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced settingThe confidence to work independently and the flexibility to adapt under pressureA genuine love and respect for excellent typography and beautiful design systemsExcellent communication skills - both written and verbal, plus a knack for presenting ideas clearlySolid Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office skillsExperience using Signagent is a plusA good understanding of Revit and overseeing designs within this toolBonus points if you have project/design management qualificationsA passion for design, industry best practices, and a track record of delivering quality work on timeWe are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr