Manager, Design (UX Strategy)

Think Company

7d•$120,000 - $150,000•Remote

About The Position

As a Design Manager at Think Company, you’ll develop and lead a team of designers working on complex digital products and services across industries. You’ll play a central role in growing people, shaping their careers, and raising the quality of design work delivered in a consulting environment. This role is ideal for someone who is energized by coaching and developing talent, brings a strong UX perspective, and is motivated by improving how teams work, especially as AI continues to influence design practice. Think Company is a design and technology consultancy that helps organizations solve meaningful problems through thoughtful strategy, design, and delivery. You’ll work with smart, kind people across disciplines and industries while gaining opportunities to grow your skills, expand your influence, and shape how we work. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing opportunities for learning and development. We collaborate primarily remotely, with intentional in-person time for company gatherings and client needs. Our teams balance autonomy with partnership, and we believe great work comes from trust, transparency, and shared ownership. AI is becoming a foundational part of how we work at Think Company. Team members are expected to use AI tools responsibly, stay curious about advancements, and participate in training and enablement as part of their growth. If this role feels like a strong fit for your experience and what you’re looking for next, we’d love to hear from you. Take a few minutes to apply and tell us about your background, your perspective, and the kind of work you’re excited to do.

Requirements

Experience developing designers into stronger practitioners through coaching, mentoring, and career growth
A track record of driving career growth through structured feedback, growth planning, and progression conversations
A strong foundation in UX strategy and/or product design, with hands-on delivery experience
Ability to lead and guide work across multiple projects, teams, and client contexts
Confidence operating as a strategic partner in client-facing environments
Clear, thoughtful communication skills, including the ability to deliver direct, constructive feedback
Ability to balance advocacy for your team with business and client needs

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a consultancy or agency environment
Familiarity with industries like media, telecom, or healthcare/pharma
Experience helping teams adopt new tools, methods, or ways of working

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop a team of 8–10 designers across career stages
Shape individual growth through clear feedback, career pathing, and ongoing development conversations
Guide team members in delivering thoughtful, high-quality UX and product design work
Act as a strategic advisor on client projects, helping teams navigate complexity and ambiguity
Partner with leadership to align staffing, team health, and delivery quality across projects
Build a strong, well-rounded team through hiring and onboarding
Advance design practices, including how AI tools are applied in research, design, and delivery