Senior Manager of Brand Design Full Time

Summary:

• Kueski is a leading buy now, pay later (BNPL) and online consumer credit platform in Latin America, dedicated to improving the financial lives of people in Mexico.
• Kueski Pay is the flagship product, providing seamless payment solutions for online and in-store transactions.
• The company was the first to introduce BNPL on Amazon Mexico and is recognized for its innovative financial services.
• Kueski fosters a tech-driven culture focused on collaboration, innovation, and impact, and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company environment.
• Kueski was recognized in 2023 as the top BNPL platform by Fintech Breakthrough and as one of Mexico’s most ethical companies by AMITAI.

Responsibilities:

• Directly manage and support a team of Brand Designers, providing constructive feedback and guidance to elevate the quality of their work.
• Foster a collaborative environment where designers feel inspired to innovate and push creative boundaries.
• Lead by example, demonstrating best practices in design craftsmanship and attention to detail.
• Oversee the creation, refinement, and implementation of comprehensive brand design guidelines that reflect the company’s visual identity.
• Ensure all visual materials align with these brand standards to create a consistent and cohesive brand experience.
• Regularly assess and update the guidelines to maintain relevance in the market.
• Work closely with Marketing, Product, and other key departments to ensure the brand is accurately represented across all channels and materials.
• Provide design direction and support on high-priority projects, ensuring the output aligns with strategic goals.
• Drive alignment between creative vision and business objectives, ensuring designs are not only beautiful but also effective.
• Be the go-to expert for design best practices, providing hands-on advice and critique to help the team refine their craft.
• Stay current on design trends, tools, and techniques to continuously elevate the team’s design standards.
• Encourage innovation and creative problem-solving while maintaining a high standard of quality.
• Identify areas for professional development and offer coaching and mentorship to foster the team’s skill sets.
• Help build a positive, inclusive, and inspiring team culture.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of professional design experience with a strong portfolio showcasing a variety of branding projects.
• 3+ years of experience leading and managing design teams, with a proven track record of mentorship and team development.
• Experience working in fast-paced environments such as startups, especially in tech, fintech, or related industries.
• Experience in developing and implementing brand guidelines across multiple platforms and mediums (digital, print, video, etc.).
• Expertise in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.) and Figma or Sketch.
• Strong understanding of typography, color theory, composition, and other design fundamentals.
• Ability to balance creativity with practicality, delivering high-quality design solutions that align with business goals.
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to clearly communicate design concepts to both creative and non-creative stakeholders.
• Exceptional mentoring and coaching skills, with a passion for helping others develop their skills and careers.
• Collaborative and open-minded approach to working with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive attitude.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Fluent in both oral and written Spanish and English.