Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and inspire a talented team of brand designers, supporting both day-to-day delivery and long-term creative development.
• Foster a culture where design is recognised as a strategic tool that shapes customer perception and drives brand value.
• Encourage creative excellence through constructive feedback, collaboration and high standards.
• Translate brand strategy into compelling creative ideas and design solutions that strengthen and evolve the Hotel Chocolat brand.
• Challenge briefs through insight, research and creative thinking, elevating every project beyond expectations.
• Art direct and oversee photography and video shoots, ensuring all visual content is distinctive, desirable and commercially effective.
• Deliver your own creative projects across campaign development, graphic design, editorial and brand communications.
• Stay immersed in contemporary culture, design and branding trends, bringing fresh inspiration and new perspectives into the business.
• Lead competitor and trend reviews, ensuring Hummingbird's creative output remains relevant, ambitious and ahead of the curve.
• Confidently present creative concepts and rationale to senior stakeholders, influencing decision-making through strong storytelling and strategic thinking.

Requirements

• A strong portfolio showcasing excellence across art direction, graphic design and editorial design , ideally within premium, luxury or lifestyle brands.
• Proven experience leading and developing creative teams, with a passion for coaching others and elevating creative standards.
• A strategic thinker who understands how design influences brand perception and commercial performance.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to advocate for creative ideas at senior level.
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to balance creativity with business objectives.
• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities within a fast-paced environment.
• A genuine curiosity about culture, design, branding and emerging trends.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and a range of company benefits.
• 50% discount on all Hotel Chocolat products.
• 70% discount for you and your guests when you stay at Rabot Estate hideaway on Saint Lucia.