Hybrid, Toronto $150k–$160k base + 22% incentiveThe largest bank in Canada is seeking a Design Director to lead design strategy and execution for a suite of investment products. This is a high-impact leadership chance to shape the future of how Canadians invest.You'll champion a design culture that drives innovation, elevates user experience, and differentiates in a competitive market. You'll own the end-to-end design function, from strategy and product design to user research and design systems.What you'll do
Lead the design vision across the team by collaborating with cross-functional partners in Product, Engineering, and Marketing to translate insights into business outcomesMentor and scale a team of 8–10 designers across UX, UI, research, and content design, overseeing design for web, mobile, and emerging platformsChampion rigorous user research and testing to inform product decisionsLead AI adoption in design, executing a strategy for leveraging AI tools to enhance ideation, streamline workflows, and improve design efficiency across the teamCreate scalable, maintainable design systems and standards that accelerate deliveryWhat you'll bring
10+ years of design leadership experience,



with 5+ years in a director or equivalent roleDeep knowledge of the investing and wealth management industry, including market dynamics, regulatory considerations, investor behaviours, and competitive landscapeAn active investor with hands-on experience managing a self-directed portfolioA clear vision for AI adoption in design, and comfort experimenting with and scaling new tools across design, prototyping, research, and ideationA strong portfolio demonstrating strategic thinking, leadership outcomes, integrated user research, and measurable impactAn exceptional communicator who can influence senior stakeholdersWhat's in it for you
A seat at the table with Wealth Management leadership, with regular executive visibility on a high-priority initiativeReporting to the Wealth Management Head of Design, with the support of a 25+ person design organizationAuthority to hire and shape the team you leadA comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses, adaptable advantages, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicableEmployee share ownership plan with base salary matchingHybrid: 4 days per week in the downtown Toronto office (across from Union Station)
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