Lead Designer (Maternity Cover)

INTRODUCTION TO QUINTESSENTIALLY

Expect the best. Experience Better.

For the world’s most discerning individuals, brands and corporates, Quintessentially is the ultimate destination for comprehensive lifestyle management and brand experiences. It’s the pinnacle of personalisation and the epitome of exclusivity.

Combining an unwavering commitment to redefining excellence with a clientele that demands nothing short of perfection, Quintessentially elevates every aspect of its clients’ lives to unparalleled heights through meticulous attention to detail.

As the world’s leading luxury lifestyle management group, Quintessentially has not only paved the way in this space but continues to shape a new standard for luxury concierge services.

JOB SUMMARY

As the Lead Designer, you will be part of the global marketing team and will conceptualise, design and deliver the creation of innovative digital campaigns, multi-channel content, brand collateral and be a driving force behind all brand creative.

Bringing a high level of expertise, you will be responsible for developing innovative, sophisticated, and premium concepts for online and offline marketing.

KEY DUTIES

Managing two designers, you will be overseeing many aspects including:

· Online Marketing:

• Collaborate with the wider team to develop strong and consistent visual assets for our online marketing channels.

. Website and Digital:

• Oversee and contribute to the ongoing creation of content for the member’s portal.

.Social:

• Innovative content creation including imagery, moving imagery/GIFs and video
• Staying on top of industry trends and sharing best in class social content to draw inspiration from.

.Offline Marketing:

• Create and execute innovative, consumer engaging and commercial concepts for Quintessentially brand presence at events and link this to digital consumer experiences.
• Creation of all branding, merchandising and event toolkit for global roll-out

.Global Office & Group Support:

• Identify the need for and create guidelines and universal templates for regular assets & communications.
• Update and maintain asset library and content library.

.Creative Process & Project Management:

• In collaboration with Head of Global Marketing, define and roll-out creative process, project log and prioritisation funnel, including expectation management and communication of deadlines and ETAs across departments.

HOURS OF WORK

0900 to 1730 Monday – Friday.

However, it may be the case that in order to fulfil the duties of the role, different or additional hours may be necessary.

This is a Maternity cover contract of up to 1 year, commencing May/ June 2024.

REQUIREMENTS

• .Have 5-6 years’ experience in a similar role, with a relevant degree or technical training
• Have sound creative judgement knowing what work is right both for the Quintessentially brand and client/brand work
• Be a skilled digital first Creative Designer with experience in brand and UI/UX design.
• Have the ability to think creatively to produce new ideas and concepts that fit within the Quintessentially brand that will deliver against our core objectives.
• Have a passion for digital first developments with a strong interest in luxury lifestyle, and be on top of luxury trends, sharing best in class case studies.
• Inspire and motivate the team to be creatively progressive, through the application of fresh and inventive visual work.
• Have an impressive portfolio and a passion for outstanding design, on and offline.
• Be able to present your ideas and concepts in a clear and considered way.
• Share and contribute to the creative passion and ambition of Quintessentially
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced work environment, prioritising work flow for both short and long-term objectives.
• Have full understanding and vast experience with a range of design packages; with advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Sound knowledge of Adobe XD or Figma and animation and video editing skills are an advantage.
• An understanding of HTML and content management systems such as Marketing Cloud are a bonus.

BENEFITS

• Hybrid working (role dependent)
• Competitive annual leave allowance with a further increase due to long service
• Birthday Allowance – take your birthday off on us!
• Pension Scheme
• Angel Days: Additional paid leave to do charity work
• Long Service Awards
• Life Assurance
• Digital nomad
• Employee Assistance Program
• Study Leave
• Puppy friendly offices
• Qmunity committee – Social events in the office
• Free food & drink in the office
• Season Ticket Loans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts with a variety of retail and hospitality companies

Quintessentially is an equal opportunities employer. We value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people and aspire to deliver inclusive working experiences. Applications are encouraged from individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.

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Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Life insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• London, W1B 1QB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London, W1B 1QB