Head of Design (Commercial)

Cartrawler; Dublin; On-site; EUR 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading travel tech company in Dublin seeks a Senior Design Lead to define the creative vision and lead a high-impact design team. This role involves translating complex ideas into compelling visual narratives that drive commercial success. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience in design, with expertise in tools like Figma and Adobe Creative Suite. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible working, and generous benefits. Join us in shaping the future of travel!

Benefits

Performance-based annual bonus

Flexible working options

Generous annual leave

Comprehensive wellbeing support

Subsidised canteen

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience leading design in B2B or technology sectors.
• Proven ability to lead end-to-end design delivery.
• Expert level in design tools and strong grasp of storytelling for digital.

Responsibilities

• Define the creative and strategic vision for Commercial Design.
• Develop a scalable library of assets for Product Marketing.
• Mentor a high-performing design team to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Design craft

Strategic clarity

Leadership

Communication skills

UI/UX

Collaboration

Tools

Figma

Adobe Creative Suite

PowerPoint

Job description

We’re CarTrawler, the global travel tech company behind seamless connections between people, places and possibilities. From powering car rental to creating smarter ways to move, we make travel smoother for millions worldwide. Our culture is built on curiosity, collaboration and craic where every idea counts and every journey matters. Ready to make an impact? Let’s go places together.

In this role, you’ll shape how CarTrawler’s story is visually experienced by partners around the world. Leading a small, high-impact design team, you’ll define the creative vision and strategic direction for how we present our propositions, pitches and partner experiences ensuring every touchpoint reflects our innovation and brand strength. Acting as a bridge between Commercial, Product and Marketing, you’ll translate complex ideas into compelling visual narratives that drive, clarity and growth.

• Lead and define the creative and strategic vision for Commercial Design, aligning visual strategy with CarTrawler’s broader business and product objectives.
• Drive the development of a scalable library of assets for Product Marketing to strengthen sales enablement.
• Own design delivery for high-value commercial opportunities, from pitch decks to partner experiences, ensuring consistent brand storytelling.
• Build and maintain scalable design systems, templates and guidelines that strengthen brand integrity and efficiency.
• Mentor and inspire a small, high-performing design team to deliver creative excellence and drive continuous improvement.
• Partner cross-functionally with Marketing, Product and Leadership teams to ensure brand coherence and elevate CarTrawler’s market positioning.

What you’ll bring to the team

• A strong portfolio that blends design craft with strategic clarity and business relevance.
• Significant experience (typically 7+ years) leading design within commercial, brand or product environments, ideally in B2B or technology sectors.
• Proven ability to lead end-to-end design delivery while inspiring and developing creative talent.
• Expert level in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite and PowerPoint, with a strong grasp of UI/UX and storytelling for digital environments.
• Deep understanding of how design drives commercial success and connecting creativity with partner and revenue growth.
• Collaborative, hands-on approach with excellent communication skills and confidence engaging senior stakeholders.

We know that looking for a new job can feel a bit daunting but don’t let a touch of imposter syndrome hold you back. Even if you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you! Apply today to stay connected.

At CarTrawler, we’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. No matter your background, identity, or life experience, if you’re passionate about what you do, you’ll be welcomed here.

Perks for the journey

• Competitive pay and benefits, including a performance-based annual bonus, fully subsidised VHI health insurance and pension matching up to 4%.
• Generous time off and flexible working, including 25 days’ annual leave, extra company days, monthly Friday Unplugged afternoons and the option to work abroad for up to 20 days a year.
• Comprehensive wellbeing support, including access to health and mental health programmes (HeadsUp and EAP) and paid leave for marriage, volunteering and personal wellbeing including menstrual, menopause, and fertility leave.
• Growth and recognition culture with development opportunities through training, coaching and support plus programmes that celebrate individual and team achievements.
• Everyday perks that make a difference - subsidised canteen (KC Peaches), on-site car parking, Bike to Work and TaxSaver schemes plus an active Sports & Social Club.

Classon House
Dundrum Business Park
Dundrum
Dublin 14
Ireland

New York Office

14 th Floor
575 5 th Avenue
New York
NY 10017
United States

London Office

3 Waterhouse Square
138 – 142 Holborn
London
EC2N 2SW
United Kingdom