Design Director, London

Joining Sainsbury's Zest as the Design Director for Argos & Habitat means stepping into a role where creativity, innovation, and collaboration converge to shape the visual identity of two iconic brands. This role offers a dynamic environment for growth and impact.

As the Design Director for Argos & Habitat within Sainsbury's Zest, you will lead a talented team of designers, guiding and mentoring them to create visually compelling concepts for print, digital, social, in‑store, and brand campaigns. You will develop a cohesive visual language across channels, spearhead concepting and execution of design projects, manage internal and external partner collaborations, stay abreast of industry trends, and foster a positive collaborative culture.

A visionary leader with extensive senior design experience, you inspire teams, drive creative excellence, and collaborate effectively with partners. Your passion for continuous learning, curiosity, and client satisfaction drives you to shape and execute design concepts that enhance brand identities and business success.

• Experience in a senior design role within a fast‑paced creative environment.
• Portfolio demonstrating high‑quality design across multi‑channel campaigns (print, digital, social, in‑store, brand).
• Proven ability to lead, manage and develop a team of designers to deliver consistent, high‑quality output.
• Experience defining and implementing visual design language across integrated channels (brand, print, social, digital, in‑store).

We are committed to being a truly inclusive retailer, welcoming all. Some benefits include:

• Colleague discount – 10% off at Sainsbury's, Argos, TU and Habitat after 4 weeks, increasing to 15% on Fridays, Saturdays, and pay days.
• Pensions scheme and life cover.
• Performance‑related bonus up to 20% of salary.
• Annual holiday allowance with option to purchase additional days.
• Season ticket loans.
• Interest‑free car loan up to £10k.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Health cash plans.
• Pay advance access.
• Large range of other retail discounts.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Private health care eligibility.
• Up to 26 weeks’ pay for maternity or adoption leave and up to 4 weeks’ pay for paternity leave.