Graphic Design & Digital Specialist

Bodycote plc; Macclesfield; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

International exposure

Inclusive culture

Shape visual identity

Diverse project workload

Job summary

Bodycote plc in Macclesfield is seeking a Graphic Design & Digital Specialist to create high-quality, brand-aligned assets for marketing, communications, and commercial objectives.

You will translate complex information into engaging visuals for customers and colleagues, manage multiple projects, and contribute to internal communications and digital initiatives. Hybrid working pattern with opportunities to shape Bodycote’s visual identity.

Qualifications

• Proven graphic design experience with a strong portfolio.
• Ability to create brand-aligned assets for print and digital.
• Experience translating complex information into clear visuals.
• Experience with digital, social media and internal communications.

Responsibilities

• Own graphic design and digital content for marketing, communications and commercial needs.
• Maintain brand consistency across channels and projects.
• Translate technical information into engaging visuals for customers and colleagues.
• Lead multiple design projects with tight deadlines and cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate on video, animation, CMS/WordPress content and SEO-driven visuals.

Skills

Graphic design

Branding

Digital content

Multicultural collaboration

Project management

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

PowerPoint design

CMS

WordPress

SEO

Job description

About Bodycote

At Bodycote, we’re more than the world’s leading provider of heat treatment and specialist thermal processing services. We’re a people business at heart. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability shapes everything we do. With a global footprint and a culture built on collaboration, curiosity, and continuous improvement, we create an environment where you can grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact. Sustainability is central to our future. We’re on an ambitious journey to reduce our environmental impact through advanced technologies, smarter processes, and ongoing innovation, with our teams around the world playing a key role in making that happen.

The Role

As a Graphic Design & Digital Specialist, you’ll create high-quality, brand-aligned creative assets that support marketing, communications, and commercial objectives. You’ll take ownership of graphic design, digital content, internal communications, and brand consistency, translating complex information into engaging visual communications for customers, employees, and the wider business.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Proven graphic design experience, ideally in a B2B, technical, industrial, or agency environment
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, with strong PowerPoint design skills
• A strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality design across print and digital formats
• The ability to translate complex or technical information into clear, engaging visual communications
• Experience creating content for digital, social media, and internal communications channels
• Strong attention to detail, creative thinking, and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in an international, multicultural environment
• Experience with video, animation, motion graphics, CMS, WordPress, SEO, or technical B2B environments is desirable

What’s In It for You

• Career progression opportunities within a global organisation
• Exposure to international marketing, communications, and digital projects
• A supportive, inclusive culture where your development matters
• The opportunity to shape Bodycote’s visual identity and creative communications
• The chance to work across a diverse range of creative, digital, and commercial projects
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Location & Work Pattern

This role is based in Macclesfield, hybrid expectations. Some travel may be required depending on business needs.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of characteristics protected by local law, including (where applicable) gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, and ethnic origin. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.