Our client is a dynamic, forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, diversity, and excellence. They are currently seeking an interim Design Manager to join their talented team for a 9-month contract. The organisation specialises in delivering cutting-edge solutions across a wide spectrum of initiatives, ensuring a significant impact on both business outcomes and user experience. Responsibilities Manage a team comprising a Senior Digital Learning Designer, Senior Digital Experience Designer, and Digital Designers. Conduct regular one-to-ones, foster professional growth, and provide coaching and feedback. Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, advocating for human-centred design and effective solution development. Drive the delivery of high-quality digital assets and projects within agreed timelines, ensuring a seamless experience across internal and external collaborations. Oversee art direction for internal and outsourced design projects, ensuring alignment with brand standards and design principles. Champion a user-focused approach to solution design, leveraging methodologies like 5Di and design thinking to deliver impactful behaviour change initiatives. Create and build innovative, interactive learning solutions using tools like Elucidat while advising on UX/UI design for intranet sites and related resources. Design for a global audience with an emphasis on inclusivity, accessibility, and cross-cultural awareness. Skills Attention to detail with exceptional written and communication skills. Expertise in e-learning authoring tools e.g. Elucidat, Articulate Storyline and the Adobe Creative Cloud Advanced knowledge of UX/UI design principles and human-centred design methodologies. Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and maintain high-quality output under tight deadlines. Ability to manage multiple projects and work collaboratively across teams. Qualifications A degree of equivalent in multimedia design, instructional design, or a related field is desirable Experience Minimum of 5 years’ experience in designing and developing engaging learning content Proven experience in leading a team within a learning development environment. Track record of creating innovative, interactive digital learning solutions. Blue Eskimo is the leading provider of specialist recruitment for the Learning and Development, e-learning and Training sectors. We provide interim, fixed term contract and permanent roles for multiple disciplines. These include Learning and Development Managers, e-learning Business Development Managers, E-learning Instructional Designers, Elearning Project Managers, Learning Technology Managers, Training Operations Managers, Training and e-learning Consultants, IT Trainers & Soft Skills Trainers