Summary
Salary: Competitive plus comprehensive benefits package
Grade: 3b
Reporting Line: Proposition Manager
Contract Type: 12 month FTC
Location: Wood Street, London/Hybrid (1-2 days per week in London office and potential additional onsite travel required)
Closing Date: 2nd November
What to expect
As a Proposition Designer, you will join us on our journey and undertake a high-impact role on a 12 month FTC within our Design & Proposition team during an exciting period of transformation.
The Proposition Designer will conceptually design and deliver selected new format propositions and equipment including 2d and 3d drawings. Working closely with the wider Property, Marketing and Product teams to develop new concepts and plan branches, you will create branch layouts and signage design whilst conducting site surveys and creating accurate drawings.
This is a great opportunity for someone with experience developing new formats within Retail to have a major impact on our transformation programme as you create design and operational manuals that support with integration into our fantastic network of Post Offices.
How our people behave is as important to Post Office, as what is delivered. The Proposition Designer will role model the Post Office behaviours and demonstrate a Postmaster first mindset.
What we can do for you
Our business is changing and we understand that attracting the right talent is pivotal in driving the positive change needed, to help us achieve our ambitious goals. Beyond a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 after 2 years), plus bank holidays
- Up to 10% on target bonus opportunity
- Generous pension scheme with minimum 10% employer contribution
- Access to 24/7 digital GP services and our Employee Assistance Programme
- 6 x Life assurance and income protection after 12 months service
- Over 400 online courses, mentoring, apprenticeships, and development programmes
- Access to our benefits platform for exclusive discounts & savings
Click here for a detailed overview of our benefits
What you’ll need to succeed
To be successful in this role you will have experience developing concepts and new designs specifically for an instore Retail environment.
As a Proposition Designer you will have strong experience using AutoCAD and SketchUp and designing customer journeys. In addition to this, the ideal candidate will have:
- Experience in establishing successful, cross-functional stakeholder relationships
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment while working to strict deadlines
- A goodh technical understanding of manufacturing processes, materials and finishes used in retail and commercial interiors would be beneficial
- Demonstrable experience of leading on the delivery of project milestones to achieve key objectives
- Strong organisational skills with a can-do attitude and excellent attention to detail
- Knowledge of UK building regulations (beneficial but not essential)
About us
At Post Office Ltd, we’re proud to be at the heart of communities across the UK, upheld by the dedication and service of our postmasters. We offer essential services that people rely on every day, from parcels and banking to identity and government services. While we continue to evolve with digital innovation, our commitment to personal, face-to-face service remains core to who we are.
Our journey is one of reflection, growth, and meaningful change. We’re looking for people who think differently. Those with resilience, purpose, and a deep sense of responsibility to our postmasters, partners and the communities they serve. If you're driven by the chance to make a real impact and help shape a future, built on progress and integrity, we’d love to hear from you. For more details visit careers@postoffice.co.uk
Application Guidance
Our commitment to embracing diversity extends beyond just words. While we’ve outlined key skills above, we recognise that great candidates come from a variety of backgrounds. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we recognise the value people with disabilities can bring to our business. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process or would like further details on the job description, please contact talentacquisition@postoffice.co.uk
We’re thrilled by your interest in this opportunity and truly value every application we receive. Please note the advert may close early if we receive a high volume of applications. Unfortunately, we’re unable to provide individual feedback on all submissions.
Proposition Designer employer: Post Office UK
Post Office Insurance is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in London where innovation and customer value are at the forefront of our mission. With a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous annual leave and robust learning opportunities, we foster a culture of inclusivity and professional growth. Join us as we embark on an ambitious growth journey, where your contributions will directly impact our success in delivering quality insurance products to our customers.
