Senior Designer

Forward Role; Cartmel Fell; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Generous staff discount scheme

Job summary

Forward Role is seeking a Senior Designer with a strong packaging background to lead a new in‑house design team. You’ll shape packaging and broader design functions, guiding brand-aligned outcomes across products, marketing, and stores.

You will manage two designers, drive packaging guidelines, and collaborate with senior stakeholders. A flexible, hybrid setup supports balanced office and remote work.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in packaging design, with knowledge of compliance and production processes.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite; familiarity with Monday.com is a plus.
• Excellent cross-functional communication and collaboration.
• A portfolio showcasing high-quality packaging design, with retail/product focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design team and manage two other designers.
• Oversee packaging designs for seasonal launches with technical compliance.
• Collaborate with buying, marketing and suppliers to align with brand objectives.
• Develop packaging-specific brand guidelines and design principles.
• Support broader design needs including retail store assets and digital content.
• Act as the key point of contact for design decisions with senior stakeholders and the board.

Skills

Packaging design

Leadership

Adobe Creative Suite

Portfolio

Communication

Collaboration

Tools

Monday.com

Job description

Senior Designer (£50k - £55k)

Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Designer with a strong background in packaging design to join a growing in-house creative team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape a new design department, working on a diverse range of projects across packaging and broader design functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design team, managing two other designers (including one existing graphic designer and a new midweight hire).
• Oversee the creation of packaging designs for seasonal product launches, ensuring compliance with technical requirements such as box dimensions, materials, and production standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including buying, marketing, and suppliers, to deliver high-quality packaging that aligns with brand objectives.
• Develop and implement packaging-specific brand guidelines and design principles.
• Support broader design needs, including retail store assets, digital marketing materials, and social media content during quieter periods.
• Act as the key point of contact for design-related decisions, working closely with senior stakeholders and the board.

Requirements

• Proven experience in packaging design, including technical knowledge of compliance, materials, and production processes.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage and mentor a team.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite; familiarity with project management tools such as Monday.com is a plus.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally across departments.
• A portfolio showcasing high-quality packaging design work, with a focus on retail or product-led designs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (£50k - £55k).
• Flexible working arrangements, including three days in the office and two days remote.
• Core working hours of 10am to 4pm, with flexibility to start early or finish late.
• Generous staff discount scheme.
• Opportunity to build and shape a new design department, working closely with senior stakeholders in a collaborative environment.