Design Manager - Warrington

Compass Group; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking a Design Manager to create engaging visual content that enhances their brand identity. This hands-on role involves leading design projects, collaborating with teams, and guiding junior designers. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in graphic design, proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, and strong project management skills. Flexible work arrangements are available, with office space in Warrington.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience as a Graphic Designer, preferably in a managerial role.
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud tools.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office for bid documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design various assets including brand identities and marketing collateral.
• Lead creative development for food concepts and marketing campaigns.
• Oversee design outputs across digital and print platforms.

Skills

Graphic Design

Adobe Creative Cloud

Microsoft Office

Communication

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Premiere Pro

Job description

Design Manager

Office based in Warrington with some flexibility for work from home

Competitive Salary based on experience

We're looking for a talented Design Manager to join our Dine Contract Catering marketing team and lead the creation of standout visual content that elevates our brand. This is a hands‑on, fast‑paced creative role where you'll shape brand identity, support sales growth and bring food concepts to life across multiple channels.

What you'll do

• Design a wide range of design assets, from brand identities to digital and print collateral.
• Lead creative development for food concepts, marketing campaigns and merchandising.
• Develop and produce high‑quality sales pitches, tender documents and presentations.
• Oversee and deliver design outputs across brand touchpoints such as website, social media, digital and print collateral.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Manager to plan, mood board and execute photoshoots.
• Provide day‑to‑day guidance, creative direction and developmental support to the junior designer, ensuring clear briefs, constructive feedback, skill development and a positive, collaborative working environment.

What we're looking for

• Minimum 5+ years' experience as a Graphic Designer, ideally with senior or managerial exposure.
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro).
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially for bid/pitch documentation.
• Experience contributing to or producing bid proposals and sales tender materials.
• Organised, detail-focused and confident managing multiple deadlines.
• Strong communicator and collaborative team player.
• Photography and videography experience (highly desirable).
• Experience in hospitality, retail or multi-site organisations is a bonus.

If you're a creative leader who thrives on variety, loves great design and enjoys bringing ideas to life, we'd love to hear from you.

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!