Graphic Designer

Group 1 Automotive UK; Derby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Graphic Designer, where your creative flair will help shape the visual identity of the brand. You will collaborate with marketing teams to produce engaging designs for campaigns, digital assets, and internal communications. This role offers the opportunity to manage projects from conception to delivery, ensuring brand consistency and high-quality output. With a supportive environment that values diversity and creativity, you will thrive while contributing to exciting marketing initiatives. Embrace the chance to grow in a dynamic team and make a significant impact in the automotive industry.

Benefits

33 days of annual leave

Exclusive retail discounts

Discounts on new and used cars

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Cycle-to-work scheme

24/7 healthcare support

Paid volunteer day

Company share purchase plan

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience as a graphic designer, with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and a keen eye for visual details.

Responsibilities

• Design visual assets and marketing materials for various platforms.
• Ensure brand consistency and promote the company's vision through high-quality graphic content.

Skills

Graphic Design

Adobe Creative Suite

Attention to Detail

Creative Flair

HTML/CSS

Tools

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Hybrid working pattern

Group 1 Automotive - Derby

As a Graphic Designer in our design team at Group 1, you will play a key role in shaping the visual identity of our company, bringing to life marketing campaigns and creative ideas, and adapting OEM assets tailored to company requirements. From creating event materials and promotional campaigns to social and digital assets, internal communications, and customer-facing materials, you’ll collaborate closely with our marketing, social, and communications team to create engaging designs that drive awareness and consistency across the brands you work with. You’ll have great attention to detail, be passionate about design, maintain a focused, positive attitude, and be capable of managing multiple projects at pace.

What We Can Offer You

• Enjoy 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) to rest and recharge
• Save money every day with our exclusive retail discounts
• Drive a great deal with discounts on new and used cars, plus servicing offers
• Plan for the years ahead with our company pension scheme
• Balance home and work with our industry-leading family-friendly policies designed to help you spend more time with loved ones
• Commute for less with our cycle-to-work scheme
• Prioritize your wellbeing with dedicated support for you and your family
• Access healthcare professionals 24/7 for quick and easy advice
• Make a difference with a paid day to volunteer in your community
• Invest in your future with our company share purchase plan
• Earn rewards when you refer a friend to join the team
• Participate in training and development opportunities for growth
• Life assurance with the option to increase cover
• Flexible working options available—just ask

What You’ll Do Day To Day

• Design visual assets and marketing materials
• Manage graphic designs from conception to delivery
• Ensure brand consistency across marketing projects and promote the company's vision through high-quality graphic content
• Meet project timelines and schedules
• Liaise between marketing and design teams to ensure deadlines are met
• Stay updated with industry developments
• Design and produce marketing materials and assets
• Generate creative ideas and concepts aligned with target audiences
• Maintain a strong and consistent brand image across all visual representations
• Monitor artwork quality, accuracy, and OEM standards
• Create digital designs for ads, social media, and email campaigns
• Develop visual designs that communicate concepts and brand identity, including layouts, color palettes, iconography, typography, and style guides
• Coordinate with Legal/Compliance teams when necessary
• Work with external print suppliers for quotations based on requirements

Helpful Skills And Qualifications

Don’t worry about ticking off every single skill here — if you care about delivering great experiences, we want to hear from you.

• 2+ years’ experience as a graphic designer (in-house preferred but not essential)
• Creative flair and attention to detail
• Proactive can-do attitude
• Ability to work to deadlines and deliver quickly
• Proven experience designing for print, web, and digital platforms
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
• HTML/CSS skills are an advantage but not essential
• Strong understanding of typography, layout, color theory, and brand identity; portfolio required
• Experience collaborating with teams and meeting deadlines
• A keen eye for visual details

We value diversity and believe it strengthens our team. If you don’t meet every requirement but are enthusiastic and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.

Be part of something big

Group 1 Automotive is on an exciting growth journey, with over 7,000 colleagues across 114 dealerships representing 21 brands in the UK. We focus on delivering exceptional customer service and creating outstanding experiences.

But you don’t need to love cars to work with us

Just share our mission to create trusted experiences for customers, partners, and our team.

Our Values

At Group 1 Automotive, our core values—Respect, Integrity, Transparency, Teamwork, and Professionalism—are embedded in everything we do, from business operations to customer interactions and team relationships.