Graphic Designer in Bristol

Full-time or part‑time. Bristol‑based (mix of office and remote working). A dynamic, creative team. We’re a strong brand and we use creativity to connect and communicate to our audiences. Our Marketing team is the internal agency for our business, comprising comms specialists, writers, visualisers and graphic designers. We are a small but effective team of energetic people. We’re a friendly bunch, who collaborate closely – always welcoming new ideas and fresh approaches. We are the firm’s go‑to team for all things communication, content, and high‑level marketing – whether that be through strategy development, general guidance, or more practical day‑to‑day content creation. The Hoare Lea website showcases our work: events, insights, films, an industry‑leading magazine and thought leadership. We predominately support the firm in its key sectors and specialisms, but also broadly in the firm’s role in addressing climate emergency, human‑centric design, ESG and Corporate Responsibility. We strive to think differently and produce work of the highest quality that we are all proud of.

How You’ll Work With Us

• Work with the team to provide a variety of graphic design requirements across the business, collaborating on creative ideas for communications, campaigns and other marketing outputs, including motion graphics, digital and social media.
• Provide support and collaborate with the wider Marketing Team on projects and initiatives.
• Be a brand guardian – uphold and promote our brand guidelines, support others in the firm and inspire them to keep all communications on‑brand.

Role and Responsibilities

• Work with Head of Marketing, Creative Studio Lead and Content Manager on projects, ensuring quality and accuracy of work.
• Liaise with internal clients and the Marketing Team to clarify briefs, develop creative solutions and maintain communication throughout projects.
• Conceptualise, visualise and confidently present ideas.
• Take initial concept solutions through to digital artwork.
• Report to Creative Studio Lead and Principal Designer, keeping them up‑to‑date on status/issues of current projects.
• Support with PowerPoint templates and presentations when required.

Level of Experience

• A degree in Graphic Design or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years design studio experience.
• An effective communicator at all levels.
• Solid understanding of brand and how to apply guidelines.
• A portfolio which demonstrates your creative ideas and design skills.
• Great collaboration skills – you’re happy working as a team to turn an idea into reality.
• Excellent eye for design aesthetics as well as detail.
• Well‑developed organisational skills, being able to manage a number of day‑to‑day tasks.
• Able to take own initiative and manage own workload effectively.
• Excellent level of ability with Adobe Creative Cloud Suite – InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat. (experience of After Effects / Premiere Pro / Adobe Express would be a bonus).
• Working knowledge of the MS Office suite – in particular PowerPoint and Word.

How to Apply

To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application. If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will arrange an introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. Successful candidates will then be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices.

Adjustments and Accommodations

If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know.

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