Graphic Designer - Heartwood Collection

Graphic Designer (Maternity Cover) : The Role:

Heartwood Collection is looking for a talented and creative Graphic Designer to join our team on a maternity cover basis (nine months). The successful candidate will play a key role in producing high-quality design materials, focusing on central marketing campaigns as well as managing bespoke site requests. You will have excellent typographic skills and be comfortable in both print and digital. A creative problem solver with the skills to use design thinking to tackle competing objectives.

The role is dynamic and you must have strong organisational skills, be able to manage multiple projects from concept to final delivery. The successful candidate will also take on the administration of all print project management from maintaining the online collateral portal to project invoicing and collateral delivery schedules. Heartwood Collection is a multi-brand company split between Brasserie Blanc and Heartwood Inns.

Multi-site hospitality experience is desired. In addition, you will support the wider team with a range of design needs, helping to bring our brands to life across multiple channels.

The successful candidate must be able and willing to work from our head office in Teddington at least 4 days a week. A creative portfolio is essential for your application to be considered.

Graphic Designer: Key Areas of Responsibility

• Design and produce visually appealing and on-brand point of sale (POS) materials and menus for Heartwood Collection venues, ensuring consistency and alignment with brand guidelines.
• Work closely with the marketing team to create assets for campaigns, events, and promotions.
• Support the design and development of digital content for social media, websites, and email marketing.
• Ensure all designs meet the requirements of print and digital formats, coordinating with suppliers and print partners when necessary.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing and operations, to ensure design materials reflect the unique atmosphere and identity of each venue.
• Maintain the integrity of the Heartwood Collection brand in all design work, adapting it where needed for different formats and purposes.
• Manage and prioritise multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and quality is maintained.

Graphic Designer: The Ideal Candidate

• A creative portfolio showcasing diverse thinking and eye-catching ideas.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Good knowledge and proficiency in Google products including Docs and Slides.
• Experience working in multi-site hospitality, food, or retail industry is essential.
• Detail-oriented with a keen eye for layout and typographic detail.
• Proven experience in designing for both print (menus, large format print) and digital platforms (social media assets, web design).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain consistency across all design work.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team while also managing individual tasks independently.
• Work closely with the wider company to ensure all print and digital assets follow the brand guidelines.
• Strong organisational skills and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present design ideas clearly and effectively.
• A good problem solver - who can translate concepts into strong visuals
• A self-motivated and able to work with changing priorities and time pressures

Graphic Designer: What's in it for you

• Competitive salary
• The Pantry - 100's of retailers and experience discounts through Reward Gateway
• 50% off food in all Heartwood Collection
• Friends and Family discount of 20% off food at any White Brasserie or Brasserie Blanc
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity package
• 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays ( pro rata )
• Refer a Friend Bonus up to 1500
• Discounted company gift cards
• A thoughtful gift to celebrate your birthday
• Employee Assistance Program with Hospitality Action
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Company pension
• Instant access to pay you have already earned through EarlyPay

Company Overview

Recently announced in the Sunday Time Top 100 Places to Work, Heartwood Collection is an award-winning collection of cosy pubs and atmospheric brasseries at the heart of their local communities serving great fresh, seasonal food. Brasserie Blanc, the French brasserie business inspired by Raymond Blanc and Heartwood Inns is renowned for being a home-from-home.

The Heartwood Collection currently has over 40 locations, including Brasserie Blanc restaurants and our lovely Heartwood Inn pubs, many of which now feature beautiful boutique bedrooms. We are aiming to grow to 61 sites by 2027, which could add up to 500 bedrooms over the next four years.