Graphic Designer

PZ Cussons; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned consumer goods company in Manchester seeks a Graphic Designer to create engaging visual assets for digital and print. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Graphic Design, experience in FMCG, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite. This role involves collaborating with marketing teams and maintaining brand integrity across multiple platforms. Join a dynamic environment that values creativity and innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience in graphic design, preferably in FMCG, retail, or consumer brands.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of design work across digital and print.
• Experience with motion graphics, video editing, or 3D design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging visual assets for digital and offline materials.
• Translate brand guidelines into consistent visuals.
• Edit and produce short-form videos and motion content.

Skills

Visual storytelling

Attention to detail

Time management

Collaborative mindset

Passion for branding

Education

Degree in Graphic Design or related

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

We are PZ Cussons. Our purpose For everyone, for life, for good. Sustainability and the wellbeing of people, families and communities everywhere are at the heart of everything that we do. Since our founding in 1884, we have been creating products to delight, care for and nourish consumers. Across our core categories of Hygiene, Baby and Beauty, our trusted and well‑loved brands include Carex, Cussons Baby, Sanctuary Spa and St. Tropez.

Position Snapshot

Job title: Graphic Designer
Location: Manchester
Contract type: Permanent

PZ Cussons is a global, fast‑moving consumer goods (FMCG) company, with office locations in the UK, US, Australia, Africa and Asia. Throughout our 135‑year history, we have successfully adapted and evolved to the constantly changing consumer, market, and economic environments. Our diverse portfolio of brands can be found across four major categories: Personal Care, Beauty, Food & Nutrition, Home Care and Electricals. We have a real passion for our employees, our consumers and our brands and we strive on creating moments of pleasure for everybody, every day. You will recognise some of our renowned, market‑leading household names such as Carex, Childs Farm, Original Source and Imperial Leather. If you want to join a business with dynamic, fast‑paced working environment and a collaborative atmosphere whilst working flexibly but with the opportunity to collaborate in our stunning, recently refurbished offices, then this could be the right role for you.

Job Purpose

The Graphic Designer sits in our Content team within the Marketing function and plays a key creative role in bringing brands to life through visually compelling design. This role will support the development of content across digital and print channels, ensuring consistency, quality, and innovation in every visual asset. The ideal candidate will have a strong design portfolio, a passion for consumer brands, a keen eye for detail and experience working in fast‑paced environments like FMCG.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

Creative Design & Execution

• Design engaging visual assets for digital platforms (social media, website, digital shelf, email, e-commerce) and offline materials (packaging, POS, print)
• Translate brand guidelines into consistent, high‑quality visuals across all touchpoints
• Support campaign development with creative concepts and design execution
• Edit and produce short‑form videos and motion content for social and digital use, ensuring high‑quality storytelling and alignment with brand identity

Collaboration & Workflow

• Work closely with content managers, copywriters, and marketing teams to deliver cohesive content
• Collaborate with external agencies, photographers, and printers as needed
• Act as studio manager, managing multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met with internal and external resources

Brand Stewardship

• Maintain and evolve the visual identity of the brand across all formats
• Ensure all designs align with brand tone, values, and strategic objectives

Innovation & Trends

• Stay up to date with design trends, tools, and technologies
• Propose new creative formats and visual approaches to enhance consumer engagement

Key Skills

• Strong visual storytelling and conceptual thinking
• Excellent attention to detail and layout skills
• Ability to manage time and prioritise effectively
• Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills
• Passion for branding, design, and consumer engagement

Qualifications And Experience

• Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Experience in graphic design, preferably in FMCG, retail, or consumer brands
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.)
• Experience with motion graphics, video editing, or 3D design is a plus
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of design work across digital and print

Equal Opportunities

At PZ Cussons, we value diversity and make sure everyone feels included. We want our team to reflect society and our global customers. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and your unique perspective helps us develop brands and create new products for our consumers. If you need extra support during this process, please inform us so that we can accommodate your needs appropriately. It is important to us that all candidates feel recognised and have a good experience with PZ Cussons as part of our commitment to inclusivity.

PZ Cussons is big enough to make your mark, small enough to make it yours. Apply to join us!