Junior Designer and Marketing Assistant

Blackfinch is an award-winning investment specialist providing clients and advisers with access to a range of tax-efficient, renewable energy, property and managed portfolio investment solutions. As we continue to grow our brand and marketing capabilities, we are looking for a creative, enthusiastic and highly organised Junior Designer & Marketing Assistant to join our Marketing team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an aspiring designer who is looking to develop their creative and production skills within a fast-paced financial services environment, working across both digital and print media.

The Junior Designer & Marketing Assistant will support the delivery of high-quality creative assets and marketing materials across the business. Working closely with the Head of Design & Brand Experience, you will help ensure brand consistency, manage artwork production, and support the creation of engaging content that strengthens Blackfinch's brand presence.

This role combines creative design work with production and administrative responsibilities, making it ideal for someone with strong attention to detail, a passion for design, and a desire to learn and develop within an in-house marketing team.

Key Responsibilities
Design & Creative Support

• Assist with the creation of marketing collateral including brochures, presentations, factsheets, advertisements, event materials, social media assets, email graphics and digital campaigns.
• Adapt and resize creative assets for multiple channels and formats.
• Support the development and maintenance of Blackfinch's visual identity across all communications.
• Produce artwork in line with established brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with marketing colleagues to bring campaign concepts to life.

Production & Asset Management

• Prepare artwork for print and digital distribution.
• Manage version control and organisation of creative files and assets.
• Coordinate the production and delivery of marketing materials with printers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Support quality assurance checks to ensure accuracy, compliance and brand consistency.
• Maintain image libraries, templates and brand resources.

Marketing Team Support

• Assist in the preparation of presentations and materials for events, conferences and adviser meetings.
• Support the delivery of marketing campaigns and strategic initiatives.
• Help monitor project timelines and ensure deadlines are met.
• Undertake general administrative tasks that support the efficient operation of the design and marketing function.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Degree, HND or equivalent qualification in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Creative Media or a related discipline.
• Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Good understanding of design principles, layout, typography and branding.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Desirable
• Experience using Figma, Canva or similar design platforms.
• Knowledge of basic video editing and motion graphics.
• Experience preparing artwork for print production.
• Understanding of digital marketing channels and social media content creation.
• Previous internship, placement year or commercial design experience.

What We're Looking For

• We're looking for someone who is:
• Creative and enthusiastic.
• Eager to build a career in design and brand marketing.
• Detail-oriented and highly organised.
• Collaborative and confident working with a range of stakeholders.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a dynamic business environment.
• Passionate about creating high-quality visual communications.
• Comfortable using different AI tools to help maximise efficiency and consistency.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.

Blackfinch is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religious practice or any other perceived differences. A copy of our Equal Opportunities Policy is available upon request.

Blackfinch Group is an award-winning investment specialist. Built on over 20 years of investment track record, the name Blackfinch first came into being on the anniversary of Darwin’s birth, 12th February 2013. A trusted provider, we work in partnership with advisers. Our businesses cover tax-efficient solutions, early stage investing, managed portfolio services, property financing and renewable energy. We’re proud to be entrusted with over £1bn in assets under management.