Graphic Designer

At Wates Smartspace
, we create exceptional workplaces and environments for our clients across commercial, public sector, healthcare, education, and retail markets. As part of our continued growth, we are looking for a talented Graphic Designer to join our team and help bring our brand, projects, and bid submissions to life.

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and detail-oriented designer who enjoys producing high-quality visual content across both digital and print platforms.

• Design and produce engaging marketing materials, presentations, brochures, social media content, and project case studies.
• Support the creation of visually compelling bid and tender submissions.
• Develop graphics, infographics, and artwork that enhance client communications and brand storytelling.
• Ensure all creative output aligns with Wates brand guidelines and maintains a consistent visual identity.
• Collaborate with bid, marketing, communications, and operational teams to deliver creative solutions that support business objectives.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.

• Previous experience in a Graphic Design role, either in-house or agency-side.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creativity, attention to detail, and a range of design work.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently whilst contributing positively within a collaborative team environment.
• Experience with in construction, property, architecture, or the built environment would be advantageous but is not essential.

At Wates, you'll join a business that values innovation, collaboration, and creativity. We offer excellent opportunities for professional development, a supportive culture, and the chance to contribute to projects that positively impact communities across the UK.

Our commitment s:

Wates is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement, as we value transferable skills and assess all applications fairly.

We don't discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme.

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