VP Design - App Experience F/M

WE ARE BETCLIC

Betclic, European leader in sports betting, is much more than just an online gaming site! Also offering Poker, Horse Racing, and Casino games across various countries and continents, it is an inspiring and forward-thinking company: every day brings new challenges in a modern and dynamic environment. As an influential player in the tech industry, with strong and sustained growth over the years, we believe in innovation through diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone to reach their full potential. With our multicultural team, we provide an optimal, safe and responsible gaming experience, powered by cutting-edge technology.

WHY JOIN US?

At Betclic, success comes from passionate and committed teams. Here's why you'll love working with us:

An international and creative environment where every project is an opportunity to innovate
Hypergrowth that brings new challenges and development opportunities every day
A healthy work-life balance: flexible remote work and workplace well-being are essential pillars for us
A unique and friendly atmosphere, with 1,300 employees across 5 countries and our headquarters in Bordeaux

Are you passionate about sports and tech? Join us and help shape the future of online gaming!

ENTER THE GAME

As VP Design – App Experience , you will join the Design team, composed of passionate and talented individuals dedicated to crafting unforgettable in-app experiences across our core verticals: Sport, Poker & Casino. Your role will be to define and lead the design vision, ensuring that every user touchpoint is meaningful, seamless, and emotionally engaging.

YOUR ROLE WITHIN BETCLIC

In this role, your main missions will be:

• Define and own the App Experience strategy to deliver simplicity, delight, and impact across all platforms.

• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of Product Designers dedicated to our verticals.

• Champion multisensory design principles—integrating visual design, animations, micro-interactions, transitions, and sound to create standout product moments.

• Drive a cohesive and inspiring design vision that reflects the passion, thrill, and energy of gaming and sports.

• Collaborate closely with Product, Tech, Research, and Data to ship ambitious experiences at speed.

• Partner with the Head of Design Ops to scale design systems, tooling, and visual capabilities.

• Represent the Design function at the leadership level, contributing to key product and company decisions.

• Act as an external ambassador for Betclic's design culture through industry events, panels, and community engagements.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We are looking for passionate and curious professionals who bring kindness and a touch of enthusiasm!
This job is for you if:

• You have 15+ years of experience in Product Design, including 7+ years in leadership roles.

• You have a strong mobile-first and consumer-facing mindset, with a proven track record in high-scale applications.

• You bring deep knowledge of UX, interaction design, usability, and accessibility best practices.

• You've built and scaled top-performing, mission-driven design teams.

• You think strategically and lead by example, staying close to the craft.

• You're at ease working cross-functionally in fast-paced squads.

• You're bilingual in English and French, with excellent communication and storytelling skills.

• Bonus: You're passionate about gaming, sports, or entertainment—and you want to build products people love to use every single day.

WHAT ARE THE RECRUITMENT STEPS?

If your application is shortlisted, a recruiter will contact you within a week for an initial HR screening (30 minutes). Then, you will complete the AssessFirst test (personality, motivation and cognitive reasoning).
About two weeks later, you will either take a technical test with one of our Design experts or work on a case study to present to our Head of Design.
Next, you will meet your future manager (Chief Product Officer), followed by a meeting with a member of the Executive Committee. Finally, the recruiter will conduct a final HR interview to review your AssessFirst results together.
The recruitment process usually takes between 4 to 6 weeks to ensure an optimal experience for you.

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?

✅ 25 days of paid leave and 10 RTT days
A Ticket Restaurant® card credited with €11 per day (€6 per day funded by Betclic)
100% health insurance coverage for you and your children
50% reimbursement of public transport costs or an annual sustainable mobility allowance (€230 for commuting with sustainable transport)
Hybrid work model
Access to a vast training catalog, with opportunities for professional development every year
Extraordinary office spaces with a rooftop where you can enjoy sunny breaks with a view of the Cité du Vin
Internal events to liven up your daily life
On-site sports classes and organized tournaments (Pilates, circuit training, boxing, yoga, futsal, padel, tennis…)

Permanent contract, available immediately in Bordeaux
Betclic Group – 117 Quai de Bacalan, 33300 BORDEAUX