Associate Director Experience Design

DEPT

HEAD OF UX DESIGN  Zürich DEPT® is a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, our 4,000+ specialists deliver growth invention services across Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. We’re 50|50 tech and marketing, partner-led, and first to move. Clients include Google, Lufthansa, Meta, eBay, and OpenAI. We have been certified B Corp and Climate Neutral since 2021. JOB PURPOSE This position sits in our Zurich-based Experience & Engineering business unit. We deliver many services, from strategy and a performance-driven full-funnel approach to campaigning, e-commerce, data & analytics and content. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional and engaging digital experiences. As Head of UX Design, you will lead and further develop our DACH UX practice across the entire value chain — from research to delivery. You will balance craft excellence, delivery quality, and operational health, while shaping a strong and future-ready UX discipline. You will also engage with ambitious brands to create user-centered experiences that drive measurable growth. WHAT YOU’LL DO: * Driving innovation and delivering excellence: As the UX Lead for key accounts or in new business, you’ll set the standard for user-centric design and ensure that our work delivers strategic business impact. * Delivery accountability: You are accountable for the department’s delivery excellence. You not only monitor quality but also collaborate with the EMEA UX leadership team to develop new capabilities and processes that ensure we stay ahead of the competition. * Operational accountability: You proactively manage the department’s operational health as well as the client and team satisfaction. * Foster cross-functional and international alignment: You will foster close collaboration with international teams across the EMEA region as well as with other crafts such as Strategy, Visual Design, Content and Tech, ensuring that our local UX practice does not operate in isolation but serves as a driving force for collective growth. * Champion thought leadership: You will act as an internal and external voice, showcasing our pioneering work through speaking engagements and industry contributions to build our reputation as a growth innovation company. WHAT YOU BRING: * Work experience: Over 15 years of experience in UX and product design, combined with in-depth expertise in complex digital ecosystems and fast-paced agency environments, with proven experience working with large, international brands and complex stakeholder environments. While experience in e-commerce isn't mandatory, it would be a great advantage. * Portfolio: A proven track record across the entire UX value chain—from in-depth user research and strategic planning to hands-on concepts and iterative testing. Your portfolio demonstrates high-impact results and measurable business growth.  * Leadership: You have over 10 years' experience in people leadership. Managing and mentoring high-level talent, such as Leads, Principals and Associate Directors, would be an added bonus. * Operational Excellence: You know how to handle urgent requests or escalations with a performance- and solution-oriented approach. * Tech and AI savvy: Not only are you curious about digital trends, AI and new technologies, you are also committed to incorporating relevant innovations into your work. * Communication and influence: The ability to transform complex UX strategies into persuasive pitches that convince senior stakeholders and establish the trust required for long-term partnerships. Full professional proficiency in both German and English (C1 level) is mandatory.  WE OFFER: * Flexible, hybrid working policy (2 days from the office, depending on location); * 25 days holiday with the opportunity to take unpaid leave; * Flexible health budget and Wellness & personal day.  * Learning & development budget. * Referral bonus program. * Occasional breakfast & lunch at the office, Smoothie Tuesday. * Stay happy and healthy with a contribution to your health through the OpenUp platform. * You can choose to work from the spacious and barrier-free location in Zurich; in Bern you can expect a small but nice and fully equipped office where you can hit the keys in peace. * Social events, plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues through organised activities and celebrations. * A reputation for doing good. DEPT® has been a Certified B Corp® since 2021 and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards. * Awesome clients. Whether big or small, local or global — at DEPT® you’ll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes together! * The opportunity for possibility. We want to enable you to do what you do best and help you develop your skills further with training, development and certifications. * Global annual DEPT® Cares Month in which employees come together and donate their skills to support local charities. WHY DEPT®? We are a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create what is next by pioneering ideas, acting fast, and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA. We are drawn to people who stay curious, move with intent, and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh*t done. It is how we work, how we grow, and how we make things that matter. At DEPT®, you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build. DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION  At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us. Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.

DEPT

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR EXPERIENCE DESIGN (D/F/M) Hamburg, Berlin, Hybrid DEPT® is a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, our 4,000+ specialists deliver growth invention services across Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. We’re 50|50 tech and marketing, partner-led, and first to move. Clients include Google, Lufthansa, Meta, eBay, and OpenAI. We have been certified B Corp and Climate Neutral since 2021. JOB PURPOSE This role is part of our Experience & Engineering team in the DACH region. We combine technology and experience design to create emotive yet conversion-focused CX platforms, Apps, Online Shops and Design systems at scale and speed. Our specialty is digital experiences and communication that change perceptions and shape new behaviours to make a difference in the market. As Associate Director, you will lead pitches to win new business in DACH and EMEA and oversee projects for key accounts to develop user-centered experiences that drive measurable growth. Your focus will be on ensuring outstanding design quality to win and retain clients.  WHAT YOU’LL DO: * Design excellence: As Lead Designer for pitches and key accounts, you’ll set the standard for award-winning design that ensures user, brand, and business requirements are not just met but exceeded. * Delivery accountability: You are responsible for the design quality and the successful delivery of your pitch or project team. You not only set the direction and monitor quality, but also work closely with the core team to ensure overall success. * Teamwork and collaboration: You will work closely with other departments, such as Strategy, UX, Content, and Technology, and be part of international teams across the EMEA region. * Thought leadership: You will act as an internal and external voice, showcasing our pioneering work through speaking engagements and industry contributions to build our reputation as a growth innovation company. WHAT YOU BRING: * Craft focus: Over 15 years of experience in brand design, experience design (UX/UI), motion design and large-scale design systems.  * Professional Experience: Proven work history of working in dynamic agency environments, collaborating with international brands, and managing senior stakeholders. * Portfolio: Outstanding track record across the entire design value chain. From developing compelling design visions to executing actionable UI and motion design tasks. Your portfolio showcases impressive results and measurable business growth. Industry awards aren't a must, but very welcome. * Tech and AI savvy: Not only are you curious about digital trends, AI and new technologies, you are also committed to incorporating relevant innovations into your work. * Communication and influence: The ability to translate design visions into compelling presentations that inspire and win over both high-level decision-makers and operational teams. Comprehensive professional language skills in German and English (C1 level) are required. WE OFFER: * Flexible, hybrid working policy (1-2 days at the office, depending on location); * Company pension scheme. * Occasional breakfast/lunch at the office, Smoothie Tuesdays. * Stay happy and healthy with a contribution to your health through the OpenUp platform; * €50 personal monthly allowance via our dedicated benefits apps for use across daily expenses and lifestyle perks. * Future Bens - Exclusive access to sustainable, healthy products at attractive deals. * Social events, plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues through organised activities and celebrations. * A reputation for doing good. DEPT® has been a Certified B Corp® since 2021 and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards. * Awesome clients. Whether big or small, local or global — at DEPT® you’ll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes together! * The opportunity for possibility. We want to enable you to do what you do best and help you develop your skills further with training, development and certifications. * Global annual DEPT® Cares Month in which employees come together and donate their skills to support local charities. WHY DEPT®? We are a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create what is next by pioneering ideas, acting fast, and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA. We are drawn to people who stay curious, move with intent, and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh*t done. It is how we work, how we grow, and how we make things that matter. At DEPT®, you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build. DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION  At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us. Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.

Pemberton

Pemberton Asset Management is a leading European private credit manager. Built on more than a decade of experience and deep credit expertise, we provide innovative, cycle-tested private credit solutions for LPs and GPs. Pemberton’s extensive origination network of ten European offices, local market and sector expertise are core characteristics of Pemberton’s value proposition. A substantial investment team, a broad and independent credit function and rigorous credit analysis inform our investment approach. We are committed to advancing responsible investing in private credit and fostering long-term value through transparent partnerships. Pemberton manages USD $28.8bn in AuM and employs more than 200+ staff globally. (*As of 30th September 2025. Defined as capital committed since inception) Further information is available at www.pembertonam.com. Follow Pemberton on LinkedIn here. LEVEL: ASSOCIATE / ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR Functional Title: Associate / Associate Director, Operational Risk and Control (FTC)   Location: London     ROLE RELATIONSHIPS * Reports directly to the Head of Risk, London. * Works closely with: * Members of the Risk and Compliance team (London and Luxembourg) * 1st Line business control owners across the group * Technology team     ROLE SPECIFICATION Core Responsibilities   Control Report – ISAE3402 Type 1 and Type 1 Support * Assist in the design and execution of the Control assurance report for our investors, including gathering and aligning relevant key risk/control data, developing robust evidence log, providing guidance and challenge to business owners, and supporting the development of Management assertions. * Help maintain and update assurance logs and follow up on outstanding actions.   Risk Oversight and Remediation * Monitoring and reporting of key risk remediation progress. * Support risk and control design and effectiveness reviews of inherent high-risk processes. * Third party risk management continual improvements. * Change risk.   Risk and Control Data * Beyond ISAE3402 support maturity initiatives in aligning all risk and control data for Risk events (errors), Assessments, Third party risks, and Operational Resilience against common taxonomies. * Support design and development of GRC (Risk and control system) capabilities.   Operational Risk Framework * Continual development of operational risk guidance and education e.g. RCSA, Change Risk and Risk Issue approaches. * Control Assurance methodologies for ISAE3402 embedding.   Additional Responsibilities Additional responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following: * Support the implementation and updating of related Risk management policies and procedures as directed e.g. Risk Appetite, KRI development. * Support the production of Risk reports. * Help coordinate responses to internal and external audit requests.     RISK AND ESG RESPONSIBILITIES In performing regulated and unregulated activities for the firm, the Operational Risk and Control AD will follow the firm’s conduct rules:   * Act with integrity. * Act with due care, skill, and diligence. * Open and cooperative with the regulators. * Pay due regard to the interests of customers and treat them fairly. * Observe proper standards of market conduct. * Ensure all Compliance activity takes into consideration ESG factors to maximise corporate sustainability and support the firm’s diversity and inclusion objectives.     PERSON SPECIFICATION Work Experience & Qualifications * Ideally 6+ years’ exposure to Operational risk in financial services preferably including experience in private finance and/or asset management. * Strong experience in Operational Risk methodologies and their deployment through guidance and training, including but not limited to: * Risk Identification and Risk Event management * Risk and Control Self-Assessment * Control assurance * Risk Issue and Action Management * Risk Reporting and Monitoring * GRC tool user experience. * Control Assurance experience (design and effectiveness) * Experience in supporting or leading agile change initiatives. * Strong stakeholder engagement with track record of influencing change. * Fluent in English and able to communicate effectively in a global organisation. * Strong IT skills, particularly with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and document management systems such as SharePoint.   Key Qualities * Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. * Ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple responsibilities. * Good communication skills, both written and verbal. * Willingness to learn and develop compliance knowledge. * Collaborative, proactive, and able to work effectively as part of a team. * Appetite and/or ability to learn and deploy AI opportunities across Operational Risk processes     CULTURE Everyone at Pemberton strives to and identifies with the following: * Builds trust and credibility. * Is polite, respectful, collaborative, with a strong service ethic. * Plans and prioritises effectively but is flexible and can work with complexity and ambiguity. * Identifies key issues and provides optimal, evidence-based solutions. * Is determined and resilient. * Brings innovative and transformational thinking. * Demonstrates a risk and compliance mindset. The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive; additional assignments may be required. Duties and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, at Pemberton’s sole discretion. Pemberton is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion or belief, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We value diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, termination, compensation, benefits, training, and development. Pemberton is also committed to making reasonable adjustments to accommodate the needs of disabled employees and applicants. All employees, managers, and those involved in recruitment or employment decisions are required to comply with this policy. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact People and Performance at careers@pembertonam.com Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain regulatory licenses/certification if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following non exhaustive list: * Attending client meetings where you are discussing products and/or and client questions; and * Marketing funds to clients. Note: Please speak with your Pemberton Recruiting contact with any questions. To submit your application please complete the application form via 'Apply for this Job' below. 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