Graphic Design Manager

All Locations; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global property and construction consultancy is seeking a graphic design manager who will enhance the company's visual identity and manage creative projects. The role requires over 5 years of experience in graphic design and a strong portfolio. You will work on various design aspects including digital and print. This position offers flexible working arrangements and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Opportunities to develop and grow your career

A contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working arrangements

Health & wellbeing perks

Discounts on various products & services

Company cycle scheme

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional graphic design experience in a creative agency or in-house team.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating versatility across brand identity, digital campaigns, and print materials.
• Experience in managing timelines and stakeholder expectations.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the evolution of the company's visual identity and brand guidelines.
• Design marketing brochures and corporate documents for print and digital.
• Support the production of event display materials and communications.

Skills

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

MS Office

Photography skills

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe After Effects

Adobe XD

Education

Degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related field

Job description

We're searching for a graphic designer with creative agency or internal design team experience to join our marketing & communications team as graphic design manager. This is an excellent opportunity to make your mark on the visual identity, and shape the visual direction of ambitious global brand. You'll work across a range of creative disciplines - including branding, event stand design, marketing campaigns, and digital and print design. This is a varied role that requires a multi‑disciplined designer with exceptional creative flair, technical skill (and a keen eye for detail!) As part of our Corporate Marketing and Communications team, you'll play a crucial role in producing captivating visual content for both internal and external audiences. The work will be diverse and fast‑paced, offering you the chance to contribute at every stage of the creative process from initial concept and briefing through to final delivery.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the evolution of the company's visual identity and brand guidelines, providing creative input to strengthen design direction and brand impact.
• Design marketing brochures (print and digitally), thought leadership, market reports, and corporate documents for both print and digital distribution.
• Support the production of event and exhibition display materials, including guest invitations, stand designs, and associated promotional collateral.
• Develop internal communications materials such as posters, e‑newsletters, presentations, and video content.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to maintain brand consistency and convey messaging effectively.
• Uphold accessibility standards for all designed content.
• Assist in organising and managing the company's online image library, ensuring it remains updated, categorised, and easily accessible to relevant teams.
• Maintain design documentation, workflows, and standard operating procedures to streamline processes and ensure efficient project execution.
• Engage with internal stakeholders to understand design briefs, clarify requirements, and present design concepts professionally, ensuring alignment with expectations.
• Conduct thorough quality checks on final deliverables, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to brand guidelines before distribution or publication.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining high‑quality standards.
• Stay updated on design trends, emerging technologies, and industry best practices, applying newfound knowledge to enhance design quality and innovation.

Software & Equipment

• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• MS Office
• Photography skills (not essential)
• Adobe Premiere Pro (not essential)
• Adobe After Effects (not essential)
• Adobe XD

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional graphic design experience, either in a creative agency or client‑side/in‑house design team.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating versatility across brand identity, digital campaigns, and print materials.
• Experience in managing timelines, priorities, and expectations across various stakeholder groups.
• A track record of providing excellent customer service to multiple stakeholder groups, addressing concerns, and ensuring a positive experience throughout the design process.
• Experience in documenting requirements, feedback, and decisions made during the design process.
• Demonstrated experience in adapting to changing stakeholder needs or feedback during different stages of a project.
• Degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field.

Behaviours & Values

• People focused – Motivated to create and maintain positive relationships.
• Creative – We solve problems and introduce new ideas.
• Performance led – Driven to exceed client expectations.
• Collaborative – We foster a progressive and inclusive work ethic.

Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.

As a Gleeds team member, you will have access to:

• Opportunities to develop and grow your career
• A contributory pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working arrangements
• Health & wellbeing perks
• Discounts on various products & services including phones & tech, travel, entertainment, food & drink, and fashion
• Company cycle scheme