Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The Head of Product Design role leads creative innovation and direction for a leading FinTech platform, shaping product experiences that redefine financial services.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves leading and mentoring a multidisciplinary creative team, driving creative strategy for key product initiatives, collaborating with product and engineering teams to deliver exceptional in-app experiences, and championing high standards of creative execution and cohesive visual systems.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $280,000 to $320,000 with a hybrid work model allowing two remote days per week.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have proven leadership in product-focused creative teams in fast-paced tech environments, expertise in motion design and interactive storytelling, experience with design systems, a strong portfolio, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence stakeholders.
Work environment and culture
The company values a culture of craft excellence, continuous innovation, high performance, and mission-driven work focused on financial well-being and meaningful change.
Company information
Major Players is a digital, marketing, and creative talent agency and a B Corp™ committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainable impact in the industries they serve.
Job location and travel
The position is hybrid with two days remote per week.
Application process
Interested candidates can contact the recruiter Edwina via email or LinkedIn for a confidential discussion about the role or career move.
Unique job features
This role offers the unique opportunity to lead creative direction at a pioneering FinTech platform, influencing product design with innovative animations, illustrations, and interaction models to elevate user experience.
Company overview
Major Players is a UK-based recruitment agency specializing in creative, digital, and marketing sectors, connecting talent with roles in advertising, design, PR, and tech industries. The company generates revenue through placement fees from employers seeking to hire permanent, contract, or freelance professionals. As a certified B Corp™, Major Players is committed to social and environmental responsibility, integrating ethical practices into its business model. Founded in 1993, the agency has built a strong reputation for diversity, inclusion, and supporting career development within the creative industries. Their B Corp™ status underscores a dedication to balancing profit with purpose, making them a notable employer for candidates who value corporate responsibility.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight leadership in product design within fast-paced, high-growth tech environments, emphasizing your ability to inspire and mentor multidisciplinary creative teams.
Focus on showcasing your expertise in motion design, product illustration, interactive storytelling, and your experience integrating design systems to create scalable, visually distinctive user experiences.
Apply through multiple channels including Major Players | B Corp™'s corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility for the Head of Product Design role.
Connect with design and product leaders at Major Players | B Corp™ on LinkedIn; start conversations by complimenting recent projects or asking about their approach to creative innovation in fintech.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'creative leadership,' 'design systems,' 'motion design,' 'strategic product initiatives,' and 'cross-functional collaboration' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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