Design Team Lead

Job Description

Consulting, MERC - Design Team LeadLine of Service: AdvisorySpecialism: OperationsManagement Level: Manager& SummaryAs part of the ONE Architecture initiative, the Local Activation Hub will be responsible for driving key strategic opportunities for Consulting across the Middle East.The Activation will support the various Consulting teams to develop the proposals including the development of the Value Proposition, PwC key strengths and other related pursuit stage activities.The Local Activation Hub (LAH) team will include a creative and design team that will be focused on adding design value to the the proposal development process and marketing content for key "strategic" proposals and clients, including Top 50 clients, and developing insights and tools to facilitate the organization in achieving its business needs.The Design Team Lead (DTL) is responsible for managing the Design team and overseeing the work process related to report production as well as creative material delivered to clients, in order to enhance or professionalize the look of proposals and material. The role may include managing external creative agencies as and when required.The DTL is also responsible for leading the concept creation and visualization process, reviews and approves design projects, undertakes the project management of the design, planning, scheduling, allocating resources, and successfully delivers high quality output within preset scope, cost and schedule.ResponsibilitiesFinancialManage the Design team and ensure that they produce the required material in a timely mannerEnsure teams responsibilities are fulfilled to the highest quality and in a cost effective mannerEnsure any outsourced work is delivered cost effectivelyCustomerInterface with LAH team and opportunity owners from across the Consulting business to obtain the brief, understand the LoS client needs and strategy , and to ensure business needs are reflected in design outputsInterface with internal staff to present the department services and guide them through the briefing process managing their requests and ensuring their strategy is reflected throughout the entire processCollect feedback from internal stakeholders to continuously improve the production outputSeek opportunities to increase client satisfaction and deepen client relationships through providing creative solutionsEnsure that the team has the appropriate service offerings in order to meet business needs (e.g. expansion into new services)Engage and coordinate with third party agencies to design work in case of under capacity in-house, and where applicable those in the global networkManage the vendors and contractors (suppliers, outsourcing parties)Internal ProcessEnsure that quality standards are as per the norms set and aligned to corporate standards in terms of brand consistency and complianceFollow and input into internal corporate creative initiativesLearning & GrowthEnsure alignment to Global PwC Branding guidelines and brand identity, in liaison with the Brand Support in ME structureEnsure that team has the resources and capabilities to deliver assignments efficientlyEnsure that all tasks are allocated properly internally amongst the team or if need be outsourcedConduct effective team evaluations and submit performance appraisalsFine-tune the teams structure, identify the teams development needs, and recruit, whenever requiredEnhance the staff skills, develop their technical knowledge and creative talent through continuous training based on the markets latest trends and needsPromote team spirit, open communication, transparency and self-development among team members influencing them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned workCapture templates and standards into a repository to build the teams own knowledge management databaseAct as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as neededEstablish a healthy working environment for employees REQUIREMENTS: Preferred SkillsSubject matter expertise in Graphic Design principles, both in print and webKnowledge of best practices and trends in Graphic DesignCreativity and innovation, and ability to produce new ideasProficiency in use of graphic design software for design of visual materialsIn depth knowledge of latest trends in design and best practicesIn depth familiarity of websites and social media platforms look and feel and web page designKnowledge of infographics designStrong attention to detailsStrong customer service orientationStrong management skills and ability to work under pressureExcellent oral and written communication skillsAccuracy and attention to qualityAbility to deliver engaging, informative, well-organized presentationsProblem resolution skillsAbility to implement improvements in all areas under his/her responsibilityFluency in spoken and written English, proficiency in Arabic is an advantageMinimum Years Experience Required5+ years of experience in a similar role or in a graphic design function in a marketing department2+ years in managerial position within a leading regional organizationExperience with graphic design and production of marketing materials for a large organizationPrior industry experience in the Professional Services market is preferredExperience with graphic design of online content and website materialsExperience in managing production and delivery of third party vendors including printers and branded material producers, editors, photographers, website designers and marketing specialistExperience in developing design briefsExperience in planning design of a wide variety of material (publications, magazine articles, press releases, editorials, websites, newsletters, posters/signboards, cards, business cards, stationery, invitations, and graphic design on special projects)EducationBachelors Degree in Graphic Design, Advertising, Communication Arts, or Art DirectionAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship YesGovernment Clearance Required No

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