Salary: £35,000 - 38,000 per year Requirements: We require a minimum of 5 years of professional graphic design experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role. We require proven experience managing a design team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. We require a strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality design across print and/or digital media. We require extensive knowledge of print production processes and artwork setup. We require advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop. We require excellent organisational and project management skills. We require strong client-facing and communication abilities. We require the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail. We require commercial awareness and the ability to balance creativity with business objectives. A degree or equivalent qualification in Graphic Design or a related field is desirable. Experience in automotive design is preferable but not essential. Knowledge of workflow and project management systems is desirable. Experience implementing or improving design processes and systems is desirable. We value strong leadership presence, a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset, high attention to detail, excellent time management and the ability to stay calm and effective under pressure. Responsibilities: We lead, mentor and develop a team of graphic designers of varying experience levels. We conduct regular performance reviews, training and professional development planning. We foster a collaborative, creative and high-performance team culture. We set clear expectations, workflows and quality standards for the department. We oversee all incoming design projects from brief through to final delivery. We allocate jobs effectively based on team capacity, skillset and deadlines. We monitor project progress and ensure deadlines are consistently met. We implement and improve workflow systems and processes to maximise efficiency. We act as a senior point of contact for key clients. We conduct client consultations to understand requirements, objectives and constraints. We translate client briefs into clear, actionable design tasks. We manage expectations and provide expert guidance on design solutions and production feasibility. We provide creative leadership and ensure all output meets brand and quality standards. We contribute hands-on to design work where required, particularly on complex or high-value projects. We review and approve all major design work before release. We prepare and oversee artwork for print production, ensuring accuracy and technical compliance. We set up print-ready files, including colour management, bleed and formatting requirements. We liaise closely with production teams to ensure a smooth transition from design to print. We troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to design and print processes. We work closely with production and administrative teams to align priorities and schedules. We ensure clear communication between departments to avoid delays or errors. We contribute to overall operational planning and continuous improvement initiatives. We identify and resolve design, workflow or production challenges proactively. We maintain strict quality control processes across all design output. We ensure all deliverables meet both client expectations and our internal standards. Technologies: Indesign More: We are seeking a highly experienced and commercially minded Head of Graphic Design to lead our design department in Hamilton. This is a full-time permanent role working Monday to Friday, 07:00 to 15:45, reporting to our General Manager, with a salary of £35k to £38k depending on experience. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, the opportunity to lead and shape a growing design department, a collaborative and dynamic working environment, and career progression opportunities. last updated 23 week of 2026