Graphic Designer

ABOUT BERKELEY CAPITAL

Berkeley Homes Capital is the largest division in Berkeley Group, a FTSE 100 homebuilder. We focus on large-scale brownfield regeneration projects in London, stitching these vast and isolated spaces back into the local fabric, bringing them to life with the right mix of homes, amenities, natural landscapes and open spaces.

Our award-winning developments include some of the country’s best-known long-term regeneration projects, such as Woodberry Down, Kidbrooke Village and Royal Arsenal Riverside. Our sustainable, mixed-use neighbourhoods are designed in partnership with local communities, delivering the amenities and opportunities they value most, and ensuring they benefit first from regeneration.

As a business we are committed to fostering a positive working environment, where our people feel valued, empowered and able to grow. At Berkeley Homes Capital, our core values define who we are and guide everything we do:

• Have Integrity: We always do the right thing, even when no one is watching.
• Respect People: We believe in fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every individual is valued and feels empowered.
• Think Creatively: We encourage innovation and challenge the status quo to drive improvement and find better solutions.
• Excellence Through Detail: Precision and attention to detail are at the heart of everything we build and deliver.
• Be Passionate: We take pride in our work and are deeply committed to the success of our projects and teams.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Graphic Designer, you will work across the Sales & Marketing, Communications and People functions to produce high-quality design content for both an internal and external audience. The role is varied and will work across a broad range of Berkeley Capital projects at any one time. You will contribute to our high-performance culture by upholding our core values and delivering excellent results on every project.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE

• Produce high-quality digital and print collateral including brochures, newsletters, event invitations, leaflets, adverts, PowerPoint presentations, case studies, website assets and social
  media assets.
• Support the People and Communications teams to develop and deliver a strong and consistent visual identity for internal communications (and apply across engaging materials for employee engagement programme, employee recognition programmes, wellness initiatives, diversity networks, campaigns, events etc).
• Collaborate with teams across the business including People, Land & Planning, Social Value and Sales & Marketing to collaboratively create impactful graphic designs.
• Create engaging new starter document, guides, forms, job descriptions, welcome pack and other related ‘People’ internal documents.
• Design promotional material for recruitment drives/ postings, employee onboarding, training programmes and company-wide events.
• Ensure the Berkeley Group, Berkeley Capital and individual site brand guidelines are properly executed on all collateral.
• Create infographics and artwork as needed.
• Supporting internal and external email campaigns.
• Work closely with Marketing Managers, People Team, Communications team and Social Value teams, and content creators to develop compelling and engaging content across social media channels and websites.
• Standardise our branding approach throughout all internal/external materials.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Highly skilled in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator).
• Creative approach to design and problem solving.
• Core design skills, including layout, composition, colour theory and typography.
• Knowledge and experience in stock images and fabrication techniques including printing.
• Self-driven and passionate individual with the ability to multitask.
• Adaptable and proactive – able to meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work both autonomously and well with teams.
• Well-presented and an understanding of corporate expectations.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

TO APPLY, PLEASE SEND YOUR (up-to-date) CV AND COVER LETTER to: george.belle@hackney.gov.uk

Your cover letter should cover the below points:

1. What you are applying for and why.
2. Why do you want to work for Berkeley Homes Capital?
3. What qualifications do you already hold that are relevant for this role?
4. What SKILLS and ATTRIBUTES do have that are relevant for this role? (please refer to the candidate requirements listed above).
5. What personal qualities do you have that will be useful for this position?