Lead Graphic Designer

Description Are you an experienced designer ready to lead a talented creative team, raise the quality of design delivery and help shape the future of a global studio Do you combine strong creative judgement with the curiosity and confidence to explore how AI can enhance creative thinking, production and performance Were looking for a Lead Graphic Designer to lead our fast-growing Creative Studio in Mumbai, India, producing compelling, high-quality design for a global business working at the forefront of consumer and sensory research. As Lead Graphic Designer, youll take day-to-day responsibility for the creative output and development of a four-person design team. Reporting into the Head of Motion and Design, youll combine hands-on design expertise with people leadership, workflow management and quality control. Youll collaborate with researchers, marketers and senior stakeholders to turn strategic ideas into compelling, on-brand creative work, while helping the studio build its AI capability. Key Responsibilities Lead & develop designers Lead and develop a team of five designers through regular coaching, feedback and clear, motivating objectives. Resource & workflow planning Plan resource, prioritise briefs and manage workloads to ensure projects are delivered accurately and on time. Creative & AI expertise Bring strong Adobe Suite skills and handson experience in creative development within the AI space. Creative standards Set and uphold a consistently high creative standard across presentations, campaigns, events, digital content and brand communications. Handson project ownership Stay handson across priority projects, from interpreting briefs and developing concepts through to final delivery. Creative direction Review work, provide clear direction and ensure brand consistency, attention to detail and technical accuracy. Process improvement Partner with the Head of Design and global stakeholders to enhance studio processes, tools and ways of working. AI integration Build practical AI use across the team through experimentation, shared learning and opportunities to improve quality and efficiency. Team culture building Create a positive, accountable and collaborative team culture that supports individual growth and high performance. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Design leadership 5+ years studio, agency or inhouse design experience, with proven ability to lead or mentor designers and manage performance. Creative excellence A standout portfolio showing creative judgement, originality, versatility, strong layout skills and typographic craft. Project ownership Confidence owning complex design projects endtoend, balancing handson design with leadership and multiple priorities. Technical expertise Advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and a strong, current understanding of generative AI in creative workflows. Stakeholder communication Strong communication skills with the confidence to present ideas, challenge constructively and give clear, actionable feedback. Curiosity & innovation A genuine drive to explore AI capability, test new tools and turn learning into responsible, effective ways of working A bit about us and our benefits! Were MMR Research Worldwide the global sensory and consumer research experts behind many of the worlds biggest brands in food, drink, personal and household care. From bold new flavours to breakthrough product experiences, we help turn great ideas into products people truly love. With teams across the UK, US, Asia and Africa, we blend science, creativity and curiosity to shape the future of everyday products. Join us and youll be part of a fast-growing, innovative company where your ideas matter and your career can thrive. Its our people that make all of this possible. We are proud of our collaborative culture which is driven by strong leadership and offers industry-leading training and growth opportunities. At MMR, we're committed to ensuring the happiness and well-being of each employee, regardless of where they are in the world! We offer a wide range of core and additional benefits. Competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and market-leading training opportunities are standard here. Our vibrant culture, talented team, and focus on employee wellbeing is what makes MMR so special. About MMR Research We specialize in delivering innovative solutions and exceptional services to meet the diverse needs of our clients. With a strong commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, we strive to exceed expectations and drive success in every project we undertake. .