Senior Product Design Manager

About Us:

We are The Beauty Tech Group. Driven by a mission to bring cutting-edge beauty technology into homes across the globe, CurrentBody evolved into The Beauty Tech Group.

We were built to lead, not follow—pioneering the future of beauty tech through innovation, expertise and transparency. From revolutionary at-home devices to transformative skincare solutions, our portfolio of brands—CurrentBody Skin, ZIIP Beauty, Tria Laser and CurrentBody Skin: The Clinic— is changing the way the world approaches skincare.

At The Beauty Tech Group, we're not just creating products; we're building the future of beauty.

About the Team:

Our Design team is at the heart of innovation, ensuring that every product we create is not only functional but also beautifully designed to enhance the customer experience. Collaborating with Marketing, Creative and Product Development teams, we champion creativity and user-centered design across all stages of product development.

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced and visionary Senior Product Design Manager to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will shape design strategy, drive change, and translate business goals into impactful design outcomes that elevate our brand and product portfolio. You will lead cross-functional collaborations, inspire creativity, and ensure that design remains central to our mission of pioneering beauty technology.

Key Responsibilities:

·      Develop and implement design strategies aligned with business goals and brand vision.

·      Lead and inspire a team of designers to deliver innovative, customer-focused solutions.

·      Translate strategic objectives into actionable design plans, balancing creativity and practicality.

·      Champion design thinking across the organisation, advocating for user needs and experience.

·      Collaborate with stakeholders across product, marketing, and regulatory teams to align on strategy.

·      Drive change by identifying opportunities for design improvements and operational efficiencies.

·      Ensure high standards of quality, consistency, and innovation in all design outputs.

·      Support the development of design frameworks, guidelines, and best practices.

·      Present design strategies and concepts to senior leadership and influence decision-making.

Candidate Requirements:

·      Extensive experience in product design, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.

·      Proven track record of developing and executing design strategies within consumer products or technology sectors.

·      Expertise in user-centred design, design thinking methodologies, and product lifecycle management.

·      Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and mentor designers.

·      Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience influencing at senior levels.

·      Proficiency in design tools and systems (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, CAD, or similar).

·      Ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on design oversight.

·      Visionary thinker with a strong sense of creativity and innovation.

·      Strategic mindset with the ability to align design outputs with business goals.

·      Confident decision-maker who can drive change and foster a culture of collaboration.

·      Passionate about elevating user experience and setting new standards in beauty technology.

Some of our Benefits:

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme

Staff discount across our brands (CurrentBody, ZIIP & Tria)

Perks at Work - discounts across partner brands

Hybrid working - home working on Wednesdays

Free On-site parking

Supported Studies

Employee Assistance Program Scheme

Regular Social Events

On-site subsidised gym (Alderley Park HQ)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Subsidised Travel from Manchester via Zeelo App

What happens next?

Our talent acquisition team will be in touch if you're successful so keep an eye on your emails. We'll arrange a short call to learn more about you, as well as answer any questions you have. If it feels like we're a good match, we'll share you CV with the hiring manager to review. Our interview process is tailored to each role but typically you can expect a two-stage interview process;

1st stage - An informal 30-minute video call with the hiring team to discuss your skills and relevant experience. This is a great opportunity to find out more about the role and to ask any questions you may have.

2nd Stage - A one-hour interview where you can expect competency questions. In most cases this is held in person.

As an inclusive employer please do let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments.

Equal Opportunities

At The Beauty Tech Group, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, where all our employees have equal access to opportunities. We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds, which will be considered regardless of race, colour, religion or belief, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age.