Junior Creative Designer

Marsh & McLennan Companies; London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercer is seeking a Junior Creative Designer to join their Impact team in London. The role involves collaborating with various professionals to create engaging designs for leading brands. Candidates should possess excellent skills in design software and a strong portfolio, demonstrating their creative capabilities. This hybrid position offers opportunities for professional development and a vibrant, inclusive culture.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Vibrant, inclusive culture

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Excellent skills in InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Knowledge of print production methods.
• A portfolio demonstrating diverse print and digital work.

Responsibilities

• Create, manage, and deliver creative designs for clients.
• Manage production throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to identify creative requirements.

Skills

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Typography

Layout

Attention to detail

Job description

Company: Mercer

Description:

Mercer is seeking an ambitious Junior Creative Designer to join the Impact team in our London office.

Working as a key member of the Impact design team, the Junior Creative Designer will collaborate with designers, motion graphics artists, strategists, and copywriters to create engaging designs and solutions for leading brands across various projects.

You will work with Communication Consultants to manage the delivery of employee communications from concept to completion, demonstrating a collaborative approach and keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: understanding the initial brief, concept creation, design and layout, producing artwork, and managing production of all client communication collateral.

This is a hybrid role requiring at least three days per week in the office.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Create, manage, and deliver creative designs for internal and external clients in various media.
2. Manage production throughout the project lifecycle, liaising with suppliers as needed.
3. Deliver tasks as directed by the Creative Director.
4. Coordinate with stakeholders to identify creative requirements for client engagement.
5. Ensure high standards in design projects, liaising with the Creative Director for advice and approvals.
6. Work closely with the design team to maintain the integrity of original concepts.
7. Travel to client offices for meetings and workshops when required.
8. Explore innovative formats and products for the Communications offering.
9. Estimate and manage time to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high quality standards.

Qualifications:

• Excellent skills in InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Knowledge of print production methods.
• A portfolio demonstrating diverse print and digital work.
• High-quality retouching skills.
• Strong typography and layout skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Preferred Skills:

• Previous experience in a design agency or industry setting.
• Proven ability to produce creative designs across multiple channels.
• Understanding of data management for print production.

Why Join Us:

• Opportunities for professional development and interesting work.
• A vibrant, inclusive culture with talented colleagues.
• Career growth opportunities, benefits, and rewards for well-being.

Mercer, part of Marsh McLennan, is a global leader in helping clients with investment objectives, future of work, and health and retirement outcomes. Marsh McLennan operates in 130 countries with annual revenue of $24 billion and over 90,000 employees. Visit mercer.com or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and flexible work environments, offering reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities. All colleagues are expected to work onsite or remotely at least three days a week, with designated 'anchor days' for team in-person collaboration.