Head of Creative Design

Job Title: Head of Creative Design 

Location: London

Salary: Dependent upon experience

Fixed Term Contract: 4 or 5 days a week for 6-12 months 

Reports to: CEO

 

Stripe & Stare launched 8 years ago. We are a fast-growing, sustainable fashion business, known for making the most comfortable knickers in the world, from trees! Barking mad, right? Alongside our ‘flagship’ knickers, we also sell supremely comfortable PJs, bras, and other clothing layers. Our business is primarily e-commerce based, selling D2C in the UK and abroad, with a growing US market. Our customers also buy direct from our wholesale network partners including Selfridges and multiple independent boutiques in the UK and Nordstrom and Shopbop in the US. 

 

Our people are the reason for our continued success. We are committed to recruiting people from all walks of life to reflect our customers and our community, and we believe in helping everyone achieve their full potential. Our team strengthens our business. 

 

Stripe & Stare is at a pivotal moment of growth. We are looking for a Head of Creative Design to lead our visual identity during this fixed-term period. You will be the guardian of the brand’s aesthetic, ensuring that every touchpoint—from social media to physical pop-ups—is “Instagram-ready,” sustainable, and commercially impactful.

 

Please submit a CV and cover letter to louise@stripeandstare.com telling us why you are interested in this role.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead the Creative Vision: Drive bold, innovative concepts for brand campaigns and product launches; Transform briefs into standout ideas that capture attention and stay true to brand DNA.

Be the Brand Guardian: Oversee every piece of creative output to ensure it’s polished, premium, and consistent; Keep the brand identity elevated across all channels—no compromises.

Timelines: Own the schedule and delivery of all creative assets; Keep projects moving smoothly so campaigns hit the market on time, every time.

Collaborate on Show-Stopping Shoots: Partner with the Creative Director to craft shoot concepts that wow; Plan and execute production so every image tells the right story.

Roll Out the Brand Refresh: Bring the updated brand look and feel to life across every touchpoint: Ensure the refresh feels seamless, modern, and unmistakably “us.”

Mentor and Motivate:  Guide the Junior Graphic Designer with clear priorities and growth plans; Foster creativity and confidence so the team thrives.

 

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

Experience: 5+ years in a senior creative/design role, preferably within fashion, branded retail, or a high-growth consumer startup.

Attitude: Highly organised, calm under pressure and obsessively detail-focused.  Thrives in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment

Technical: Adobe Creative Suite and Figma

Creative Culture: You understand that great creative only works if the logistics and operations behind it are aligned. You are a natural bridge-builder.

Communication: Exceptional communication, collaboration and presentation skills. You can “sell” a creative vision to stakeholders and simplify complex ideas for the wider team.

Values: A genuine passion for sustainability and a desire to be part of “The Knickerhood” culture.

 

BENEFITS

·       25 days holiday plus public holidays (pro-rated)

·       Extra day off for your birthday

·       Monthly allowance for S&S clothing

·       Pension

·       Private Medical Insurance (from April 2026)

·       Life Assurance (from April 2026)