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Dept
UI Design Lead (HR)
UI Design Lead Zagreb or Split, hybrid This role is part of our Experience & Engineering unit based in Croatia. We combine our skills in developing future-ready technical solutions with our expertise in creating beautiful designs to deliver exceptional and engaging digital experiences that build lasting relationships with our clients like Lufthansa, Inter Milan, Gant, BioNTech and Beiersdorf. JOB PURPOSE In this role, you’ll grow and lead a talented team of digital designers in our growing office in Zagreb or Split, shaping top-notch experiences for international clients. You’ll collaborate with DEPT® teams across Europe, tackle complex design challenges, and push design quality to the next level. You're not just a strong designer, you’re a people-first leader who mentors talent, challenges conventions, and helps shape a thriving team culture. From hiring to hands-on design, you'll play a key role in putting our Croatian design team on the map. WHAT YOU’LL DO: Drive creativity and deliver excellence: As a lead designer for key accounts, you set the standard for design quality and ensure that every project is not only visually appealing but also strategically sound, delivered on time, and within budget. Empowering People: You will manage and mentor a talented team of visual designers (from Junior to Senior), conducting regular 1-on-1s and fostering an environment where they can grow, experiment, and thrive. Strategic Collaboration: You will work closel