Job Description

Position:

Global Design Manager

Location:

Dubai, UAE

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Company Description:

Startrader is an SCA regulated platform, operating across 200+ regions with regulation by ASIC, FSCA, FSA, and FSC. Powered by reliable platforms such as MT4 and MT5, Startrader delivers fast execution, secure transactions, and a professional trading environment for both individual traders and institutional partners. Through continuous innovation, educational support, and strategic global expansion, Startrader aims to empower clients with the tools and confidence they need to trade successfully in the financial markets.

We're expanding fast--and we're looking for talented people who want to grow their careers in a forward-thinking fintech environment built on innovation, integrity, and excellence.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a Global Design Manager to lead and scale our global creative capability. This role will oversee graphic design, UI/UX design, video & motion content, and ensure consistent, high-quality design output across all global markets.

You will work closely with Branding, Social Media, PR, and Growth teams, as well as external agencies, to translate strategy into powerful visual experiences. The role requires strong leadership, project planning ability, and hands-on experience delivering large-scale sponsorship and partnership projects.

This position is ideal for a design leader with agency collaboration experience, exposure to Web3.0 / fintech / emerging tech, and the ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder creative programs.

Key Responsibilities:

Design Leadership & Strategy

Define and own the global design vision across all markets and channels

Translate brand and sponsorship strategy into scalable visual systems, guidelines, and toolkits

Ensure consistency across websites, apps, campaigns, social media, events, sponsorship assets, and videos

Continuously elevate creative standards aligned with business and brand growth

Multi-Discipline Design Management

Lead and oversee design output across:

Graphic Design (branding, campaign visuals, ads, sponsorship materials, offline & online assets)

UI/UX Design (websites, apps, landing pages, user journeys)

Video Editing & Motion Design (brand films, promotional videos, social-first content)

High-quality creative output

Clear prioritization across markets

Efficient delivery in fast-paced, high-volume environments

Team Management & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Build, mentor, and manage a global in-house design team

Collaborate closely with:

Branding Manager - brand identity, campaigns, IP & sponsorship creative direction

Social Media Manager - content design, short-form video, platform-specific creatives

Product & Tech Teams - UI/UX feasibility and execution

Establish clear workflows and accountability between design, marketing, and product teams

Agency & External Partner Management

Lead collaboration with creative agencies, production houses, and freelancers

Brief, review, and align agency output with internal brand standards

Manage multiple agencies across different regions and project types

Ensure agency work integrates seamlessly with in-house design production

Balance cost, quality, timelines, and creative expectations

Large-Scale Sponsorship & Partnership Projects

Lead creative direction for major sponsorships, partnerships, and large-scale brand initiatives

Oversee design execution across:

Sponsorship branding systems

Event visuals & on-site materials

Co-branded digital & offline assets

Campaign and announcement creatives

Coordinate multiple stakeholders (internal teams, agencies, partners) to ensure brand consistency and delivery excellence

Project Management & Planning

Own end-to-end design project delivery from concept ? execution ? rollout

Plan design roadmaps, timelines, and resource allocation

Manage parallel projects across regions and teams

Ensure clarity, efficiency, and predictable delivery under tight deadlines

Web3.0 & Emerging Tech Integration

Apply Web3.0 / fintech / emerging tech understanding to design thinking

Explore innovative approaches to:

Digital experiences

Interactive and immersive visuals

Community-driven or future-facing brand expressions

Stay updated on AI-assisted design tools and next-generation creative workflows

Key Requirements:

Professional Background

4+ years of experience in design (branding, digital, product, or video)

2+ years in a design leadership or management role

Proven experience working with creative agencies and external partners

Experience delivering large-scale sponsorship, partnership, or event-related design projects

Background in fintech, Web3.0, crypto, or fast-growing global brands is highly preferred

Design & Technical Skills

Strong understanding of:

Visual identity & branding systems

UI/UX principles and user-centered design

Video editing and motion storytelling

Proficient in tools such as:

Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, After Effects, Premiere Pro (or equivalent)

Ability to guide and elevate work across multiple design disciplines

Management & Collaboration

Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary design teams

Strong communication skills with internal teams and external agencies

Comfortable collaborating with Branding & Social Media teams on high-frequency output

Experience managing distributed or global teams is a plus

Project & Strategic Thinking

Excellent project management and planning skills

Strong prioritization ability in complex, fast-moving environments

Ability to balance creativity with commercial and brand objectives

Nice to Have

Experience with global sponsorships or high-profile brand partnerships

Ability to build and scale design systems from scratch

Exposure to AI-assisted design workflows

International or multi-market collaboration experience

Why join us ?

STARTRADER is built on trust, innovation, and excellence. By joining us, you become part of a global brokerage where high performance is recognized, careers grow quickly, and teams collaborate to deliver exceptional client experiences. If you take pride in professionalism and ambition, STARTRADER is the right place for you.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

How many years of experience do you have in Fintech, Web3, Crypto or Forex industry ? How many years of experience do you have in overseeing graphic design, UI/UX design, video & motion content, and ensure consistent, high-quality design output across all global markets ? plz mention what all markets How many years of experience do you have in work closely with Branding, Social Media, PR, and Growth teams, as well as external agencies, to translate strategy into powerful visual experiences ? In how many days can you join ? what is your current monthly salary ? * what is your expected monthly salary ?