Lead Graphic Designer
Location: Defence Academy of the United Kingdom, Shrivenham, SN6 8LA
Salary: up to £36,100 depending on experience plus excellent benefits
Schedule: 12 month FTC/FT/37 hours
As a Lead Graphic Designer in the Media Services team, you will lead the creation and delivery of high‑quality digital and print design that supports defence training and communication. You will play a key role in shaping creative outputs that inform, engage and make a meaningful impact on customers and the communities we serve.
Responsibilities
* Lead the creation and delivery of digital and print design projects, ensuring high‑quality outputs
* Manage workflow from the graphics queue, allocating work across the team effectively
* Produce creative content including animations and social media assets
* Provide guidance, mentoring and support to designers to help them grow and maintain consistent standards
* Ensure all design work aligns with brand guidelines, accessibility standards and overall creative direction
* Collaborate with stakeholders, production teams and external suppliers to deliver practical, cost‑effective solutions
Qualifications
* A degree or equivalent experience in graphic design, supported by a strong portfolio
* Significant experience in both digital and print design, including brand management
* Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including After Effects, Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator
* Strong communication skills and the ability to influence and guide colleagues and stakeholders
* A proactive, organised approach with a passion for creativity and continuous improvement
Security Clearance
This role requires a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance. Depending on the nature of the role, you may also need to obtain formal security clearance such as CTC or SC. UK residency may apply for certain levels of clearance. An Occupational Health Questionnaire will be completed to identify and provide any support needed for the role.
Benefits
* Competitive holiday package
* Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
* Over 1,100 internal training courses, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities and a focus on internal progression
* Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, 30% off at Serco‑managed leisure centres and 24/7 access to a virtual GP service
* Discounts across around 1,000 retailers, including food, clothing, entertainment and travel
* Paid volunteering day, tax‑free charitable giving through Payroll Giving Scheme and support for donations to the Serco People Fund Charity
* Employee networks supporting inclusion and connection for LGBTQIA+ employees, women, parents and carers, people with disabilities, veterans and people from all cultural backgrounds
Diversity & Inclusion
At Serco, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. We will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working and are a proud Disability Confident Leader and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard.
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