Graphic Designer

Sweet Squared; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic beauty distribution company is seeking a Creative Graphic Designer in Leeds. The ideal candidate will possess a solid background in graphic design with at least one year of experience, a strong portfolio, and skills in major design software including Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. Responsibilities include developing digital content and managing multiple design projects. Attractive benefits package including 25 days annual leave, healthcare, and employee discounts.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Employee discount scheme

Company sick pay scheme

Bike2Work scheme

Additional paid day off on your anniversary

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a graphic design role.
• A knockout portfolio showcasing your creativity and attention to detail.
• No specific degree required, skills and eye for design are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop concepts for digital and social media campaigns.
• Design brochures, eBooks, packaging, and marketing materials.
• Create and manage multiple design projects effectively.
• Video editing and basic motion design skills are required.

Skills

Photoshop

InDesign

Illustrator

Video editing

Creativity

Tools

Premiere

After Effects

Job description

Overview

Sweet Squared is a multi-award-winning distributor of some of the most exciting, creative global brands in the professional hair and beauty industry, including CND SHELLAC and KEVIN.MURPHY. Since 2006, we've proudly served salons and pros across the UK and Ireland and always, as we say, “with love & respect.” This is a rare opportunity to join a company where ideas are valued, passion for our brands and customers is contagious, and creativity is our life blood.

Mon-Fri 37.5 hours | £25,000 | Office based in Leeds LS14 | Reporting to: Head of Brands and Planning

The Role

We're looking for a charismatic, visually-driven Creative Graphic Designer who brings flair, speed, and style. You'll be helping to bring some of the industry’s best-known brands to life through standout content across print, digital and events. This includes repurposing the very best in supplier assets and creating our own from scratch. We work in any and all media, including all formats of video and creating custom edits for our market. There are regular opportunities to create entirely new visual identities for events, campaigns or promotions. A lot of people say this but, in our case, it’s absolutely true, no two days are the same.

You'll thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and you’ll be a trusted go-to in a marketing team that loves what they do.

We embrace design tools of all kinds and we're excited about how AI is helping creatives explore faster, experiment more, and expand their possibilities. If you're already dabbling in AI design tools like Adobe Firefly, Midjourney, or ChatGPT, that’s a big plus. If you're curious and open to learning, that’s great too.

What You'll Be Doing

• Developing concepts for digital and social media campaigns, websites, events and email
• Designing brochures, eBooks, packaging, and other marketing materials
• Owning brand guidelines and making sure everything is on point across all S2 brands
• Juggling multiple projects and tight turnarounds like a pro
• Working with the marketing and sales teams to create design that not only looks amazing but connects with customers
• Video editing and basic motion design (Premiere/After Effects)
• Managing digital assets and keeping everything organised and accessible
• Keeping an eye on live campaigns to ensure assets are showing up exactly as intended

What You Bring To The Table

• At least 1 year of experience in a graphic design role (agency or in-house)
• A knockout portfolio, we want to see your range, creativity, and eye for detail
• Killer skills in Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator (bonus points for Premiere and After Effects)
• Bonus: Photography, videography, packaging design experience
• Positivity, you embrace challenges and deal in solutions, not problems
• Strong communication skills
• A genuine love of good design
• Cool under pressure, you're calm, collected, and ready to roll
• No design degree required, just bring the skills, the eye, and the energy

What We Can Offer You

• In depth Brand Training
• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (increasing to 33 days plus BH with length of service)
• Private healthcare and cashback scheme
• Perks and discount scheme
• Personal accident insurance
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to 24/7 GP Service
• Company sick pay scheme
• Square day - an additional paid day off on your start date anniversary
• 5% employer pension contribution
• An allowance per month for free products in our Sweet shops and online
• Employee discount in addition to your monthly allowance
• Bike2Work scheme
• Square of the month awards with the winner awarded additional paid leave