Graphic Design Manager

Adanola group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Business-wide bonus structure

Regular in office wellness events

Private Medical Insurance

Flexible workplace (3 days a week in a

33 days holiday (inclusive of Bankhols

Day off on your Birthday

50% staff discount

Job summary

Adanola in Manchester is seeking a Graphic Design Manager to oversee the design team's daily operations while remaining hands-on on digital, print, and marketing materials.

You will lead key creative projects, mentor designers, ensure brand alignment across fashion and retail assets, and work with other departments to deliver high-quality outputs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience (5+ years) in graphic design.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Excellent portfolio showcasing fashion/retail/lifestyle design.
• Strong leadership and team-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Create innovative designs for marketing materials, social media, lookbooks, packaging, and brand assets.
• Lead hands-on design work while guiding the team and providing feedback.
• Coordinate with Head of Creative to ensure brand alignment across platforms and seasons.
• Manage team workflow and deadlines, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Develop and implement design processes to improve efficiency and output quality.
• Collaborate with other departments to consolidate deliverables and align priorities.

Skills

Graphic design

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Job description

Graphic Design Manager

Application Deadline: 14 September 2026

Department: Brand & Creative

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Manchester

Reporting To: Head of Brand

Description

As the Graphic Design Manager, you will oversee the graphic design team's daily operations, ensuring the efficient execution of creative projects while maintaining a high standard of design excellence. You will also continue to be hands-on, creating impactful designs for digital, print, and marketing materials. The role requires a strong blend of creative leadership and practical design skills, with the ability to manage multiple design projects simultaneously, mentor team members, and communicate effectively across departments.

Key Responsibilities

Design Leadership

• Create innovative and engaging graphic designs for all marketing materials, social media, lookbooks, packaging, OOH, website content, and all other brand assets.
• Lead by example through hands-on involvement in the design process, contributing to the conceptualization and execution of key creative projects.
• Work closely with Head of Creative to ensure that all designs align with the brand's visual identity and seasonal collections, maintaining a consistent and on-brand look across all platforms.

Team Management

• Manage and mentor the team of graphic designers, providing guidance, feedback, and development opportunities to help them grow their skills.
• Lead design reviews, offering constructive feedback while encouraging creativity and innovation within the team.
• Coordinate and delegate design tasks based on team members' strengths and project priorities.
• Develop and manage the design team’s workflow, ensuring deadlines are met and projects are delivered on time.
• Foster a collaborative and positive team environment, encouraging open communication and knowledge sharing.
• Advocate for team skills development by identifying relevant training and courses that will enhance and grow the team's capabilities.

Project & Workflow Management

• Manage and assign team tasks across multiple projects and the BAU to-do list, prioritizing duties and managing expectations across the wider business.
• Maintain an organized and efficient system for asset storage and archiving for easy access by all departments (e-commerce, marketing, PR, etc.) – including formalising folder, files and asset naming conventions.
• Collaborate with other departments to consolidate all graphic deliverables and project requirements, align on priorities, and facilitate seamless communication.
• Oversee multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring they are executed on time.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with stakeholders, providing updates and managing expectations regarding project timelines and progress.
• Establish and implement design processes and best practices to improve efficiency and maintain high-quality outputs.

Creative Strategy

• Work closely with the Head of Creative and any other relevant senior leaders to develop creative strategies and visual campaigns that align with the brand's objectives and market trends.
• Stay up-to-date with design trends, fashion industry developments, and technological advancements, integrating fresh ideas and concepts into the design team's work.
• Lead brainstorming sessions, ensuring the team’s creative output aligns with the brand's vision and target audience.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Proven experience (5+ years) in graphic design
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and other relevant design software.
• Excellent portfolio showcasing diverse design work, with a focus on fashion, retail, or lifestyle projects.
• Exceptional design skills, with a deep understanding of typography, composition, color theory, and branding.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities, with experience managing a team and collaborating with cross-functional departments.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• In-depth understanding of digital and print design processes, including e-commerce, social media, and all other marketing collateral.

Benefits

Why Adanola?

We're on a mission to become the go-to destination to shop your everyday uniform and we're looking for talented, positive people to work towards this goal. As the company continues to grow at a fast pace, it's an exciting time to be part of the journey. So, if you're passionate, driven, and ready to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!

Some of the benefits we offer our employees:

• Business-wide bonus structure
• Regular in office wellness events
• Private Medical Insurance
• Flexible workplace (3 days a week in our Manchester office)
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Day off on your Birthday
• 50% staff discount