Company Description THE ONE OFF is an inter-disciplined creative agency in Mumbai, formed through a joint venture between retail specialists ICS Group (Mumbai) and The One Off (UK). The agency uses blended media to build customer-centric experiences across graphic, interior, and digital communication, shaping brand identities, environments, and campaigns. Its work is rooted in market analysis and insights into changing consumer attitudes, leading to bold and commercially effective creative solutions. Role Description The Associate Design Director Retail is a full-time, on-site role based in Mumbai, responsible for leading and overseeing retail design projects from concept to implementation. The role involves developing holistic retail experiences that integrate branding, interior design, architecture, and product display, ensuring alignment with client objectives and customer expectations. The person in this role will guide design teams, manage workflows, review construction drawings, and coordinate with architects, project managers, and vendors to ensure timely and high-quality delivery. Daily tasks include presenting concepts to clients, refining design directions based on feedback, and maintaining design standards across multiple projects and formats. The Associate Design Director Retail will also contribute to new business pitches, support resource planning,



and help build and mentor a high-performing design team. Qualifications
• Strong design leadership and Design Management skills, including the ability to oversee multidisciplinary retail projects and manage design teams.
• Expertise in Branding and retail experience design, with a track record of translating brand strategies into physical and visual environments.
• Working knowledge of Architecture and spatial planning for retail environments, collaborating effectively with architects and technical consultants.
• Experience in Product Design related to fixtures, furniture, and in-store elements that enhance customer experience.
• Proficiency in reading and guiding Construction Drawings, ensuring design intent is maintained through execution.
• Relevant degree in Design, Architecture, Interior Design, or a related field, with substantial experience in retail or commercial environments.
• Advanced skills in industry-standard design and visualization software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar).
• Strong presentation, communication, and stakeholder management abilities, with experience working directly with major brand or retail clients.
• Proven capability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and cross-functional teams in a rapid-paced, on-site studio environment.

📌 Associate Design Director Retail (Mumbai)
🏢 THE ONE OFF, India
📍 Mumbai