Junior Graphic Designer

As a proud B-Corp we focus on using business as a force for good. We do this by balancing out people and planet with profit. For every Mindful Chef recipe box bought we donate the equivalent of a school meal to a child in a less developed country (over 20 million meals donated and counting...) and we have also pledged to go Net Zero by 2030.

We are looking for a Junior Graphic Designer to join Mindful Chef’s in-house creative team. This role supports the delivery of engaging visual content across marketing, customer, and brand channels, helping to maintain a consistent and high-quality visual identity across all touchpoints.

You will assist in the creation and execution of design work across digital, print, and CRM communications, working closely with senior designers and cross-functional teams to deliver assets that are accurate, on-brand, and delivered on time. A key responsibility of the role includes owning the production and artwork of the weekly SWK (Slimming World Kitchen) recipe magazine.

You are:

• Some experience in a design role, internship, or placement, supported by a strong portfolio
• Experience creating paid advertising creatives
• Exposure to motion design and animated asset production
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (or equivalent design software)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow creative direction
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines with guidance
• A proactive attitude, with willingness to learn and take feedback
• Strong foundational creative and technical design capability

You will:

• Assist in the creation of visual assets across digital, print, and CRM channels
• Support the production of marketing materials, customer communications, and internal assets
• Collaborate with senior designers on project kick-offs, ideation, and design development
• Deliver design work in line with briefs, brand guidelines, and timelines
• Act as a brand champion, ensuring consistency across all outputs
• Implement feedback and revisions accurately and efficiently
• Support cross-functional teams with ad hoc design requests
• Prepare and adapt design files for both digital and print production
• Maintain organised design files, templates, and asset libraries
• Support version control and smooth asset handover processes
• Develop technical and creative skills through hands-on experience across multiple formats
• Build understanding of brand identity, visual systems, and commercial design requirements
• Own the weekly SWK recipe magazine production process, including stakeholder management and final artwork delivery

Why us?

• A competitive package that rewards your skills and dedication.
• Hybrid working from our office based in Wandsworth.
• Be part of a Better Business (B-Corp), making a positive impact on profit, people, and planet.
• Join an award-winning startup backed by the largest food and beverage company globally.
• Experience a workplace that feels like home, complete with free meals, a gym, a vertical farm, and pet-friendly policies.
• Prioritise your well-being with perks like Vitality health insurance, access to learning resources, mental health support, and a generous holiday package (30 days + bank holidays).
• Access to LinkedIn Learning, Better Up (AI Coaching Assistant) and yearly learning budget.
• Enjoy a 50% discount on all Mindful Chef products.
• Enhanced policy of up to 6 months full pay primary parental leave and up to 6 weeks full pay secondary parental leave.

About us

We are MINDFUL. This is intrinsic to everything we do. From the healthy recipes we design, to the local, expert and caring suppliers we select and the way we treat each other, our customers and our environment.

We are CONNECTED to each other and the world around us, championing a food system that supports both people and planetary health. Guided by our community, we value shared food memories, trust, openness, and honest relationships—staying real and true to ourselves and each other as we grow.

We are UNAFRAID. We want to be the best – to challenge conventions, to think differently and be imaginative in how we solve problems. Brave enough to take on the big players and to do what’s right even when it’s difficult.

Equal Opportunities

At Mindful Chef, we embrace diversity and inclusion as a foundation that enriches our culture and fuels the success of our business. We are mindful of everyone’s differences and we take pride in the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that each individual brings to our team.

We are unafraid to tackle biases and challenge stereotypes, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their personal strengths. Our commitment to diversity is not just a policy; it's a personal and collective responsibility that we take to heart.

We believe that by being mindful of our differences, unafraid to confront barriers, and embracing the personal stories and journeys of our team members, we can achieve greater innovation, creativity, and harmony in the workplace. Together we celebrate diversity, and together, we are better.