Design Team Lead – Vilnius Design Studio

Company Description

Wix makes it possible for anyone to succeed online. Since 2006, we’ve grown to around 5,500 employees in 22 countries, launched over 40 products, and serve over 243 million users and their visitors worldwide. At Wix, we push you to innovate, evolve in non-traditional ways, and collaborate. We operate in small teams that work closely together at a high level. 

Although we’re already industry leaders in web creation and business, our work is nowhere near done. Our goal is to become the main engine of the Internet so we can create a more open web for all.

We're proud to be an equal opportunity company. Wix was built around the idea that everyone has the right to be successful, online. This same vision defines us as a company: creating a work environment where everyone is welcome, and anyone has the right to succeed.

Job Description

We’re looking for a highly skilled and experienced Design Team Lead to establish and run our new Vilnius Design team. In this role, you’ll lead a team of versatile designers, guiding them through the entire design process while ensuring that their work is aligned with Wix’s high standards of design excellence. You’ll be responsible for driving design strategy, fostering innovation and overseeing the creation of visually compelling, top shelf web and brand design. 

• Mentor and guide a team of designers, providing constructive feedback and fostering their professional growth

• Build a strong team by leading end-to-end recruitment processes, and ensuring smooth onboarding experiences

• Act as the primary representative of the Vilnius Design studio within the Design guild and the global company, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, sharing insights and fostering collaboration across teams and locations

• Work closely with cross-functional teams including project managers, developers, and other design teams to align design concepts with project goals and user needs

• Effectively communicate design concepts, rationale and strategies to stakeholders, ensuring alignment throughout the project lifecycle

• Establish sustainable relationships with key players in Vilnius’ design community, including agencies, schools and other organizations

• Manage the operational side of the design team by receiving, analyzing and distributing briefs, while ensuring individual team members’ ownership and KPIs 

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional web design and brand experience, with a strong portfolio showcasing your ability to lead design projects

• Proven experience in leading design teams, mentoring designers and driving design strategy. Leading a team of designers in a global company is an advantage

• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Photoshop, and Illustrator

• Ability to approach design challenges creatively, finding innovative solutions that meet both aesthetic and functional goals

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to present and explain design concepts clearly

• A deep passion for visual design, user experience and staying ahead of industry trends

• Knowledge of coding and significant experience with GenAI practices – strong advantages

Additional Information

The Wix Design guild is a multidisciplinary in-house design studio of over 300 designers globally, with a mission to implement a cohesive and coherent brand strategy across all visual assets at Wix. Now, we’re expanding our creative footprint with the launch of the Vilnius Design Studio – a new center for innovation, collaboration and design excellence. This team will serve as a creative powerhouse, bringing together talented versatile designers to a wide range of design tasks, enhancing the variety and velocity of our in-house design capabilities. With a focus on creativity, collaboration and user-first solutions, the team will play a key role in shaping the future of design at Wix.
We offer:

• Discount stock purchasing plans (ESPP)

• Health and personal accident insurance

• Daily lunch and snacks at the office

• Commuting allowance

• Discounted phone operator services and compensation for a new phone

• Free exercise classes and wellness activities

• Online courses and professional development

• Fun activities and team events
  

Salary range is 4500 - 5500 Eur GROSS / month (Total compensation, including RSUs package)