Forseven is rethinking what it is to be a car company through powerful technologies and engineering excellence. A new take on an established industry, we’ve got a growing team that is knowledgeable, experienced and deeply passionate about this endeavour.
We’re seeking a [job title] to join our rapidly growing team. Reporting to our [job title]. You will be responsible for [summary of role].
This pivotal role will operate in a hybrid capacity from our planned Bicester location and our office in Leamington Spa. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside some of the most visionary minds in the automotive field.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to become part of a scale-up, where your contributions will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our forward-thinking company. With its rapid growth trajectory and dynamic nature, Forseven offers you an exceptional platform to help drive strategy as we expand into new horizons.
What you’ll do
- As an Automotive Interior Design Manager, you will lead the design and development of innovative and high-quality interior vehicle designs. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage a talented group of designers, and ensure that our interiors not only meet customer expectations but also align with brand identity and market trends.
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- You will have the opportunity to unleash your creativity and passion for automotive design while honing your leadership skills in a collaborative and supportive environment. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the automotive industry.
- Build key relationships and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative Interior design concepts. You will work closely with other departments such as engineering, marketing, and manufacturing, ensuring that the interior design aligns with technical feasibility, market positioning, and production requirements.
- Presenting design proposals to internal stakeholders, executives, and external partners, the design manager effectively communicates the rationale behind design decisions and persuasively advocates for their implementation.
- Support senior design leadership in project planning, budgeting, and timeline management to ensure timely delivery of high-quality design solutions.
Who you are
- Bachelor's degree in Automotive Design, plus at least 5 years proven experience as an Interior designer.
- Strong portfolio showcasing your creativity, technical skills, and understanding of automotive design principles.
- Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, 3D Modelling software and Visualisation software.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate and justify design decisions.
- Passion for innovation and a keen interest in the automotive industry and emerging technologies and trends.
- The desire to do something different- we have the opportunity to reframe how Design is approached and actioned within the Automotive space, you need to be on board with bringing the best parts of tradition to the team build, but leave behind the corporate, hierarchical led environments that stifle creativity.
- Ready to work at a start-up/scale-up. Parallel to some of the most entrepreneurial and creative settings comes a streamlining of procedure and process for efficiency and we need you to be ready to work adaptably and have a strong sense of initiative.
- Embrace the unknown and challenge in the right way to ensure that each day becomes more efficient and rewarding in setting up a globally iconic brand.
- Calm, Collected, Creative, Inquisitive, Honest and above all Entrepreneurial.
About Us
Forseven is building something new. By thinking differently. To create a new car company for the world.
Guided by expert leadership and powered by brilliant minds from the luxury, automotive and technology worlds, we’re committed to continuous improvement and the highest standards of quality. We promote a culture of excellence, integrity, and sustainable growth.
Together we are establishing a new legacy. Join us.