Design System Lead

We are looking for a Design System Lead to supervise, foster collaboration and step-up the level of a talented team of UX/UI designers (mix of internals & externals) and IT development and make this transition.

In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for leading the design, development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of the Design System, ensuring consistency and efficiency across diverse platforms and products (all countries, all products, all BLs)

You will work closely with UX, Product Designers, Product Owners, Project Managers, and Development Teams to establish and enforce design standards, manage resources effectively, and stay informed about emerging trends and technologies. Your collaboration will extend to cross-functional teams, including product managers, developers, and other stakeholders, to create a cohesive and innovative design environment.

What you'll be doing:

Currently, AXA Partners operates multiple Design Systems (more than five, stemming from legacy IT solutions), making it critical to migrate to a unified system for enhanced efficiency and cost-effectiveness. This transition is essential not only from a customer experience (CX), user experience (UX), and user interface (UI) perspective but also from an IT standpoint.

Furthermore, aligning with the new Design System of the AXA Group for the AXA Branch is paramount. Our design system must be adaptable to a BtoBtoC model, capable of managing a multi-brand approach that includes AXA-branded, co-branded, and whitelabel solutions. Your leadership will be instrumental in navigating these complexities, ensuring our Design System not only meets current needs but is also future-proofed for scalability and innovation

• Design System Development and Maintenance: The DS Lead is responsible for leading the development, implementation and ongoing maintenance of the company's design system. This involves the creation and updating of design components, style guides, documentation and related tools.
• Cross-functional collaboration: The DS Lead works closely with design, development, product and other relevant teams to understand and meet the needs of the design system. This involves communicating design best practices, ensuring visual and functional consistency across products, and facilitating cross-team collaboration.
• Integration with Development Processes: Collaborate with development teams to ensure that the design system integrates seamlessly into existing development workflows and tools, promoting efficiency and consistency in implementation.
• Defining Standards and Best Practices: The DS Lead establishes and enforces design standards and best practices throughout the organisation. This includes ensuring consistency in look, feel and user experience across all products and channels.
• Team and Resource Management: In some cases, the DS Lead may oversee a team of designers or other professionals involved in the development and maintenance of the design system. This involves assigning tasks, mentoring and developing the team, and managing resources to ensure efficiency and quality of work.
• Budget and Resource Management: Manage the budget and resources allocated to the design system, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget while maximizing the value derived from the design system.
• Research and Update: The DS Lead keeps abreast of design trends, emerging technologies and changes in user needs to ensure that the design system is current and competitive. This may include conducting market research, competitor analysis and usability assessments.
• Advocacy for User-Centered Design: Champion user-centered design principles within the organization, influencing product development and design decisions to prioritize user needs and enhance overall user satisfaction.

Do you have experience in Usability?, * Proven work experience as a UI/UX Designer or similar role, with a strong portfolio showcasing successful UX/UI design projects

• Experience previously in Design Systems method and maintenance.
• Knowledge or having experience with Design Tokens.
• Figma / Figjam as a must. Keep up to date with updates and know how to use all Figma variables.
• Miro, Klaxoon, Adobe, Sketch is a plus.
• Excellent customer-oriented thinking, cultivating a global view (customers, agents, providers, …)
• Knowing Axure to prepare the materials for UT with Research department
• Common sense, creative and listen to customers/users needs
• Familiar with agile and dev squad environment
• Team lead: ability to influence and unit
• Team spirit: strong communication skills to collaborate with various stakeholders
• Good time-management skills
• Fluent Spanish and English required, French is a plus.