Homes for Students is the UK's leading provider of student accommodation.
Are you a bold, visionary creative ready to make a real impact?
We're searching for an exceptional Marketing Design Manager to join our dynamic and growing team based in Liverpool, working 40 hours per week 9.00am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday.
This is your chance to shape the creative direction of campaigns, social media content, signage, and property marketing - bringing bold ideas to life and making a lasting impression.
In this role, you'll lead design for our accommodation brands, creating inspiring and engaging designs across multiple online and offline channels. Managing a talented team, you'll not only oversee projects but also nurture creativity, supporting development and career progression.
We're looking for someone with unwavering high standards - a creative thinker with an eye for detail, a passion for consistency, and a deep understanding of effective design. You'll be the guardian of our brands, ensuring every visual touchpoint is polished, impactful, and aligned with our identity.
Collaboration is at the core of what we do. The Design Team thrives on working closely with teams across the business, so you'll need a proactive and positive approach, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to bring concepts to life in a way that excites and inspires stakeholders. You'll confidently articulate your ideas, welcome feedback, and advocate for creative excellence.
If you're ready to lead, inspire, and push creative boundaries, we'd love to hear from you!
Major duties
* Lead on the design process from creative development to signing off for all marketing-related artwork.
* Manage the pipeline of design projects and tasks.
* Ensure all design work is executed with creative flair, at pace and to the required brand standards and guidelines.
* Demonstrate a keen understanding of the brand, the customer, and the commercial objectives when responding to briefs – and develop this within the team.
* Constantly maintain awareness of current trends in design, on and off-line, and how these can be appropriately applied to the brand.
* Manage multiple briefs and communicate progress accurately to wider teams.
* Support and mentor the design team with projects and personal development.
* Co-ordinate and manage production and distribution of print collateral, marketing materials and digital assets.
* Keep abreast of current trends in the student accommodation market and relevant competitors and suggest upgrades and enhancements accordingly.
* You may sometimes be required to liaise with suppliers and freelance staff with regards to creation of artwork and collateral, production, scheduling, and distribution.
* Maintain collateral and materials within brand guidelines across each of our brands and encourage and support the wider business in the same.
* Some national travel may be required infrequently to attend meetings etc.
* Management of design software and billing, in addition to quote handling.
* Undertake other tasks and duties as assigned from time to time by the Head of Marketing/Head of Digital/Marketing Director.
* The ability to mentor and guide as a line manager.
Skills
* Must have very strong design skills with a keen eye for detail and a creative flair.
* Proficient in the use of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Canva & After Effects.
* Must have strong written English skills.
* Proven track record within design and creativity.
* Experience with social media and email marketing campaigns.
* Intermediate to advanced use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
* Ability to work with minimum supervision and to meet tight deadlines.
* Ability to work as part of a team.
* Excellent organisational skills.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Ability to deal effectively with people at all levels.
Personal Qualities
* Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimum guidance; confidence in taking the initiative.
* Have a real sense of ownership of the task or campaign.
* Set high standards for your work.
* Committed to equal opportunities.
* Willingness to be flexible and respond to changing circumstances.
* Have a ‘can do' attitude in all aspects of work.
* To be flexible and work effectively with other colleagues.
Essential
* A detailed portfolio of previous work – please supply with application.
* Experience of managing a team of designers.
* Good understanding of social media marketing assets.
* Strong attention to detail
* At least two years design experience with a proven commercial track record.
Desirable
* A degree in graphic design or a related subject.
* Experience of marketing and design within the student sector.
What We Offer
* Generous holiday package: 25 days, plus bank holidays, for work-life balance.
* Enhanced family leave packages.
* Exclusive retail discounts to make your money go further.
* Celebrate your birthday with a well-deserved day off.
* Car leasing scheme for a comfortable commute.
* Cycle-to-work scheme to stay active and eco-friendly.
* 2 charity days per year to make a difference in the community.
* Life insurance for peace of mind.
At Homes for Students, we embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities and are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments you may need.
If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be a part of something extraordinary, apply now and be a key player in shaping the future of student living!
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