Desktop Publisher in London

We are currently recruiting for a Graphic Design role focused on the editorial design of bidding documents, design and graphical elements of the bid. Bids are to be delivered to the highest quality and in a timely manner. Bovis Construction has a Work Winning team responsible for the timely production of tender responses for major projects. A key function of the team is the editorial design and production of our responses in Adobe InDesign to a high design standard.

We are looking for an entry-level graphic designer to support our team and be responsible for the design and production of our submissions. The role combines editorial design, illustration, graphic design, and data management.

• Project manage the bid/proposal production process and ensure timely delivery of bid/proposal documentation.
• Lead the editorial design of the bid document via appropriate software package (INDD).
• Design and utilise bespoke InDesign templates for each tender we submit.
• Format written responses into InDesign.
• Manage graphical/creative design and technical writing resource input, both from internal and external sources, and coordinate with external resources as necessary.
• Ensure completion of any bid/proposal documentation to the highest standards.
• Maintain company brand standards ensuring that all bids reflect the company values.
• Coordinate a full review process on the documents, ensuring they are fully edited and sense-checked and that the bid aligns with the submission requirements.
• Manage own workload and support team members as necessary.
• Presentation design and formatting to ensure brand guidelines are upheld.
• Support corporate marketing with social media, internal and external communications, printed and digital collateral.
• Light photography & retouching skills – taking corporate headshots and on-site candids.
• Illustrate diagrams, flowcharts, and present information in visual formats.
• Create bespoke vector illustrations and icons.

Credentials

BA Graphic Design (or similar – i.e. Graphic Communications).

Essential Skills, Knowledge Experience & Behaviours

• Skills: Fluent usage of the Adobe Suite (Primarily InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), Time Management/Task Prioritisation, Strong written English language skills, experience with printed and digital formats.
• Knowledge: Editorial design, typography, illustration, working with external printers.
• Experience: Editorial design projects/High page count formatted documents (University projects, internships etc.).
• Behaviours: Flexibility, adaptability, strong timekeeping, confident in fast-paced environments, works well under pressure.

We will provide:

• Flexible and hybrid work options.
• Up to 10% employer pension contribution.
• Private medical health benefit.
• Life assurance.
• 25 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional days.
• 3 days wellbeing leave in addition to annual leave.
• Health and wellbeing support and initiatives.
• 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme including direct access to Talking Therapies and Coaching services.
• Discounted gym membership to over 2,500 gyms nationwide.
• Industry leading parental leave.

Belong at Bovis

We offer workplaces that unite diverse minds; where respect, equal treatment, and equal opportunity are just the norm. We are a disability inclusive employer. If you need any adjustment or changes to the process, email us to let us know if you have a preferred communication method.

Bovis is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer of choice by engaging, enabling, and empowering our people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Inclusion sets us all up for success and we particularly encourage applications from currently under-represented groups in our industry including those who self-identify as women, black, Asian, minority ethnic, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and/or disabled.

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