Design Leadership Senior Manager

Role : Design Leadership Senior Manager

Location : UAE

About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale.

Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability.

We are uniquely able to deliver tangible outcomes because of our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Accenture Song. These capabilities, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients succeed and build trusted, lasting relationships.

We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities.

As a Design Leadership Senior Manager at Accenture Song, you will play a pivotal role in leading and inspiring multidisciplinary design teams to deliver innovative, human-centered solutions that drive business impact for our clients. You will be responsible for shaping the creative vision, fostering collaboration, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional design experiences across digital, physical, and service platforms. This role requires a strategic thinker, a creative problem solver, and a passionate advocate for design excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategy:

Lead and mentor a team of designers, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Define and drive the design strategy aligned with client goals and Accenture Song’s vision.

Partner with cross-functional teams, including business, technology, and marketing, to ensure seamless integration of design solutions.

Client Engagement:

Act as a trusted advisor to clients, presenting design concepts and strategies that address their business challenges.

Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and long-term partnerships.

Design Excellence:

Oversee the end-to-end design process, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, impactful solutions.

Advocate for user-centered design principles and methodologies, ensuring the creation of meaningful experiences.

Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation in design practices.

Project Management:

Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with client expectations.

Collaborate with project managers to allocate resources effectively and meet project deadlines.

Qualifications:

Experience:

10+ years of experience in design leadership roles, preferably in a consulting or agency environment.

Proven track record of leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering successful design projects.

Skills:

Expertise in design thinking, user experience (UX), visual design, and service design.

Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts to diverse audiences.

Proficiency in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Sketch, and other relevant platforms.

Education:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Design, Fine Arts, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with global clients across industries such as retail, healthcare, financial services, and technology.

Familiarity with emerging technologies such as AI, AR/VR, and IoT.

Strong business acumen and ability to connect design solutions to measurable business outcomes.

Why Join Accenture Song?

At Accenture Song, we believe in the power of creativity and innovation to transform businesses and improve lives. As a Design Leadership Senior Manager, you will have the opportunity to work with some of the world’s leading brands, collaborate with talented professionals, and shape the future of design.

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