Junior Graphic Designer / Marketing Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Junior graphic designer/marketing assistant job spec
Location:
Our Crowborough or London office – some remote working can also be arranged
Job Type:
Full-time or part time
Job Summary:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full or part time Junior Designer /Marketing Assistant to join Mercator Digital. We are a leading technology consultancy and we’re growing fast! This is a versatile role embracing a range of creative and production tasks across both print and digital mediums. You will be our in-house designer as well as assisting in our marketing activities. You’ll be part of the marketing team and report to the Head of Marketing.
Your responsibilities will include:
· Assisting with the design and creation of visual content for marketing campaigns across various platforms such as social media, email, and print.
· Working collaboratively to create engaging content that aligns with brand guidelines and meets business objectives.
· Assisting with the development and management of social media accounts, including creating and scheduling posts.
· Supporting the marketing team with administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, preparing reports, social media analytics and other general duties as needed.
You will be:
· Confident working with visual identities and knowledgeable about the reprographic and print production process
· Digital and content savvy
· Able to prioritise multiple projects and meet deadlines
· An excellent communicator and creative thinker
· Able to work independently as well as in a team, with a positive attitude
You will have:
· Proficient skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
· A strong understanding of design principles, including typography and layout
· Experience in preparing final artwork files across print and digital
· Familiarity with social media platforms and best practices
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Your experience will include:
· At least a year working in a design or marketing environment
Your qualifications should include:
· A graphic design degree or similar
In return, you’ll receive:
· A salary of £22,000-£27,000 (dependent on experience) (pro-rated for part time)
· 25 days holiday per year (plus your birthday off!)
· Company pension
· Group life cover
· Training budget
· We also offer an electric vehicle scheme and cycle to work scheme
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Salary: £22,000.00-£27,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- Work from home
Schedule:
- No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Crowborough: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Are you comfortable with working onsite either at our Crowborough office or London office?
Education:
- Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:
- Graphic design: 1 year (preferred)
- Marketing: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Crowborough
Application deadline: 03/05/2023
Reference ID: JGD/MA - ZB
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Junior Graphic Designer / Marketing Assistant roles across Mercator Digital's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £22,000 - £27,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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