Designer Jobs in Manchester

Associate Building Regulations Principal Designer A successful multidisciplinary architectural practice is looking to appoint an experienced Building Regulations Principal Designer to lead and grow its Manchester building safety offering. The practice already has a strong technical team and an established workload across residential, healthcare, refurbishment and remediation projects. It is now seeking a specialist who can take ownership of the Principal Designer function and develop it into a standalone service. This position would suit an ambitious Principal Designer, Associate or Associate Director looking for greater autonomy and the opportunity to build a team. The Associate Building Regulations Principal Designer's Role The Associate Building Regulations Principal Designer will provide technical leadership across the practice while managing a portfolio of complex and higher-risk building projects. You will be responsible for developing compliance strategies, advising clients and coordinating design information through the relevant regulatory gateways. The role will include: - Acting as Building Regulations Principal Designer - Leading compliance on higher-risk building projects - Advising clients on Building Safety Act responsibilities - Leading Gateway applications and regulatory submissions - Coordinating golden thread information - Reviewing multidisciplinary design information - Identifying and managing compliance risks - Developing internal procedures, templates and reporting tools - Supporting bids, frameworks and client presentations - Mentoring architects and technical professionals - Helping secure external Principal Designer appointments - Supporting the future growth of a specialist team The Associate Building Regulations Principal Designer The successful Associate Building Regulations Principal Designer will have: - Demonstrable higher-risk building experience - A detailed understanding of the Building Safety Act - Experience delivering Building Regulations Principal Designer duties - A background in architecture, building control, surveying or design compliance - Strong technical and client-facing skills - Experience supporting or leading junior colleagues - An interest in business development and service growth In Return? - 65,000 - 75,000 - Annual profit-related bonus - 25 days' annual leave - Christmas office closure - Hybrid working, typically two or three days in the studio - Employee health and wellbeing programme - Optical and physiotherapy benefits - Mental health and GP support - Opportunity to recruit and develop a specialist team - Clear progression into a senior leadership position

About the job Job summary Discover a career in your hands at HMRC. Whether you're seeking purpose, growth, or a workplace that gives you a true sense of belonging, hear from some of our employees as they share their story about what it's really like to work at HMRC. Visit our YouTube channel to watch the full series and come and discover your potential. At HMRC, we are committed to creating a great place to work for all our colleagues; an inclusive and respectful environment that reflects the diversity of the society we serve. We want to maximise the potential of everyone who works for us, and we offer a range of flexible working patterns and support to make an exciting career at HMRC accessible to you. Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success, and we encourage applications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience and skills needed to perform this role. Job description HMRC is looking for a Lead Interaction Designer to help shape and strengthen interaction design across major programmes and services. You'll work within User-centred Design in the Chief Technology and Design Office, supporting teams and senior leaders to design accessible, usable services that meet real user needs and align with the Government Service Standard. This is a leadership role for an experienced interaction designer with strong design judgement, organisational awareness and the ability to lead through influence. While the role is grounded in interaction design expertise, it is not hands-on delivery. Instead, you'll help create the conditions for high-quality interaction design to happen consistently across programmes and teams You'll support senior designers through complex challenges and escalations, help shape programme and organisational design direction, and work with stakeholders across disciplines to improve the quality, consistency and effectiveness of design across HMRC. You'll: - Shape and strengthen interaction design across major programmes and services. - Support teams and senior stakeholders to make better design decisions in complex delivery environments. - Create the conditions for high-quality, accessible and user-centred design to happen consistently at scale. - Lead on complex design challenges, escalations and areas of design risk. - Support and guide senior designers, helping them grow in confidence, judgement and leadership. - Help shape interaction design practice across HMRC, including standards, patterns, tools and ways of working. - Work collaboratively across disciplines and professions to improve the quality and consistency of service delivery. Interaction designers in HMRC are part of the Government Digital and Data Profession, please visit our GDAD pages for more information. Person specification Your responsibilities will include: - Providing leadership and direction for interaction design across programmes, services or portfolios of work. - Helping teams and stakeholders resolve complex design challenges and risks. - Assuring the quality of interaction design across teams, helping services meet user needs, accessibility requirements and the Government Service Standard. - Supporting and guiding Senior Interaction Designers through complex delivery challenges. - Working with Heads of Profession, Design Leads and senior stakeholders to shape programme and organisational design direction. - Helping multidisciplinary teams work effectively across design, research and delivery disciplines. - Shaping and improving interaction design practice across HMRC, including standards, patterns, tools, guidance and ways of working. - Building strong relationships with stakeholders and delivery leaders, helping them understand design constraints, trade-offs and opportunities. - Supporting assessment readiness, design assurance and governance activities across programmes and services. - Contributing to workforce planning, recruitment and capability development within the interaction design profession. Essential Criteria You will already have extensive experience and understanding of: - Leading interaction design across large, complex or mission-critical services, helping multidisciplinary teams deliver accessible, user-centred and effective digital services. - Providing leadership, direction and support to designers and teams, including managing, mentoring and developing senior designers through complex delivery challenges. - Building strong relationships with senior stakeholders, influencing decision-making and helping organisations balance user needs, accessibility, technical constraints and delivery priorities. - Deep expertise in interaction design practice, including designing accessible, user-centred services and applying core design approaches such as prototyping, journey mapping, iterative design and working with modern web technologies. - Designing inclusive and accessible services, and using research, evidence and feedback to shape, test and improve design decisions. - Design assurance and influencing through design, including reviewing work, improving quality and consistency across programmes and services, and clearly communicating decisions, challenging assumptions and supporting teams to work through complexity and ambiguity. Further Location Information Please ensure that you only apply for a location that you are willing and able to work from, as we will only make one offer of employment. Any additional notes included in a 'Further Location Preferences (optional)' field within the application form, will not be considered. Please be aware that you cannot change your location preference after submitting your application. Office closures For more information on where you might be working, review this information on our locations. If your location preference is for one of the following sites, it's important to note that these are not long-term sites for HMRC and we will require you to move to a new building in the future, subject to our location strategy and the applicable employee policies at that time. These sites are: - Benton Park View, Newcastle - moving to Pilgrims Quarter, Newcastle - Telford Plaza, Telford - moving to Parkside Court, Telford - Trinity Bridge House, Salford - moving to an alternative office in Manchester/ Salford You will be given more information about what this means at the job offer stage. Leeds Locations Moves Adjustment Payment will be available for this role, provided the successful applicant is a current HMRC colleague in Bradford and meets the eligibility requirements outlined in the HMRC's Moves Adjustment Payment guidance. Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: - Interaction designers in HMRC are part of the Government Digital and Data profession. As part of the selection process you'll be assessed against the following skills linked to the Lead Interaction Design role: - Design Communication - Designing Strategically - Designing Together - Leading Design. Benefits Alongside your salary of £71,725, HM Revenue and Customs contributes £20,778 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). HMRC operates both Flexible and Hybrid Working policies, allowing you to balance your work and personal commitments. We welcome applications from those who need to work a more flexible arrangement and will agree to requests where possible, considering our operational and customer service needs. We offer a generous leave allowance, starting at 25 days and increasing by a day for every year of qualifying service up to a maximum of 30 days. - Pension - We make contributions to our colleagues' Alpha pension equal to at least 28.97% of their salary. - Family friendly policies. - Personal support. - Coaching and development. To find out more about HMRC benefits and find out what it's really like to work for HMRC hear from our insiders or visit Thinking of joining the Civil Service Things you need to know Artificial intelligence Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Experience and Technical skills. How to Apply As part of the application process, you will be asked to provide the following: - A name-blind CV including your job history, responsibilities, skills, accomplishments, relevant qualifications and training. - A 1250-word Personal Statement that demonstrates how you meet the Essential Criteria, providing evidence where possible and what personal attributes you believe you can bring to the role. The STAR method may help you structure your statement. . click apply for full job details

Are you a designer who cares about performance as much as aesthetics? Looking for a role where your work directly drives engagement, leads, and revenue? We're partnering with a fast-growing global SaaS organisation to find a Digital Graphic Designer Lead who can take ownership of creative output across multiple channels and play a key role in shaping brand and campaign success. Reporting into the Head of Digital Growth, you'll be part of a collaborative global marketing team, working closely with designers, writers, videographers, digital marketers, and campaign managers to produce high-quality, conversion-focused creative. This is a hands-on role with real influence - combining design leadership, brand ownership, and performance-driven thinking. Day to Day Responsibilities: - Create digital and motion design assets from concept through to delivery, including social media graphics, eBooks, infographics, web elements, and campaign materials - Lead the development and application of global brand guidelines, ensuring consistency across all outputs - Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies to deliver high-impact creative aligned to brand standards - Partner with paid media and SEO teams to produce assets that drive strong conversion rates - Use performance data across digital channels to optimise creative and improve results - Manage and support a matrix team of designers across multiple regions - Lead on creative ideation, campaign storytelling, and multi-channel execution - Drive innovation by incorporating new technologies, including AI tools, into creative workflows YOU? - 5-8 years' experience in graphic design, ideally within a digital or performance-led environment - Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) - Experience creating templates in Canva; After Effects is advantageous - Understanding of how design varies across platforms and marketing channels - Experience or interest in AI tools such as Runway or VEO - Strong communication and organisational skills - Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment - High attention to detail with strong time management and prioritisation skills - Degree in Graphic Design or a related field is desirable - A strong portfolio demonstrating multi-channel, commercially effective design If you're ready to step into a role where your creative work delivers real impact, apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion. 51450CCR3 INDMANS The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Junior UX Designer (AI & Digital Content) Are you an ambitious Junior UX Designer looking to build your career in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment? Do you have a passion for creating intuitive user experiences, enjoy experimenting with AI tools, and have experience producing engaging digital content? We're looking for a creative and proactive Junior UX Designer to join an innovative team where you'll help shape digital products while embracing the latest AI technologies. The Role Working closely with Product, Design and Engineering teams, you'll contribute to the design and continuous improvement of digital experiences across web and mobile platforms. You'll also support content creation and social media activity, using AI tools to enhance productivity and creativity. What You'll Be Doing - Create user journeys, wireframes and interactive prototypes. - Design clean, intuitive and engaging user interfaces. - Conduct user research and usability testing. - Collaborate with Product Managers and Developers to deliver exceptional user experiences. - Utilise AI tools to accelerate design, research and content creation. - Produce digital assets for websites, marketing campaigns and social media. - Help maintain and evolve the company's design system. - Stay up to date with emerging UX trends and AI technologies. Skills & Experience - Commercial experience in a UX, UI or Digital Design role (or a strong portfolio demonstrating your work). - Experience using design tools such as Figma, Adobe Creative Suite or similar. - Comfortable utilising AI tools (such as ChatGPT, Claude, Midjourney, Adobe Firefly or similar) within your workflow. - Experience creating content for social media or digital marketing campaigns. - Good understanding of UX principles, user-centred design and accessibility. - Strong communication and collaboration skills. - A creative mindset with a willingness to learn and develop. Nice to Have - Basic understanding of HTML/CSS. - Experience with motion graphics or video editing. - Knowledge of analytics or user behaviour tools. - Interest in emerging AI technologies and digital innovation. What's in it for You? - Work on exciting digital products using the latest AI technologies. - Supportive environment with excellent mentoring and career development. - Opportunity to develop both UX and digital content skills. - Modern hybrid working environment. - Competitive salary and benefits package. If you're an enthusiastic Junior UX Designer with a passion for AI, digital experiences and content creation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to be part of a business that's embracing the future of design through AI and innovation. Junior UX Designer (AI & Digital Content)

Lead Building Regulation Principal Designer A Construction Consultancy, are seeking a Lead Building Regulation Principal Designer to manage their large scale Building Surveying, and Project Management led projects. You will work hybrid from their office and receive a clear bonus structure. They have excellent client relationships and generate their work from repeat business, their Building Regulation Principal Design pipeline has occurred naturally. They also have an in-office gym which their employees can use full-time, for free. The successful Building Regulation Principal Designer will manage their existing pipeline and engage with clients to grow this, as mentioned a bonus scheme will reward you heavily. The Role The successful Lead Building Regulation Principal Designer will be involved in ensuring Building Regulation compliance and guiding clients through the Gateway process. The Person The Building Regulation Principal Designer suitable for this role will have at least 8 years within an Architectural, Design or Building Control role. You will have an ARB, MCIAT, RIBA, MCABE or MCIOB membership. Registration as a Principal Designer with RIBA, CIAT or APS, will be advantageous. In Return? The salary is negotiable dependant on your ability and experience but as a guide: - Up to 70,000 pa - Car allowance - Bonus - Pension - Season ticket loan - Health care - Gym membership - Corporate incentive scheme There really is not a more exciting role for a Building Regulation Principal Designer in the Manchester market currently. If you are a Building Regulation Principal Designer and are considering your career options currently, please contact Bex Ellinger at Brandon James on (phone number removed) Principal Designer / Architect / Building Safety Act 2022 / RIBA / MCIAT / ARB / ACIAT / CIAT / Architectural Technologist / RIBA / BSA 2022 / Project Architect / Senior Architect / Architectural Associate / Building Regulation Principal Designer / BR PD / PD BR

Are you a creative UX Designer looking to take the next step in your career? We're partnered with an exciting and rapidly growing software business that's expanding its product team and looking for a passionate UX Designer to help shape the future of its flagship SaaS platform. Working within a collaborative cross-functional team, you'll have the opportunity to design engaging user experiences across web and mobile applications while learning from experienced product and engineering professionals. What you'll be doing - Design new features and enhance existing user journeys across web and mobile platforms - Conduct user research to understand customer needs and behaviours - Produce wireframes, user flows and interactive prototypes using Figma - Collaborate with Product Managers, Developers and stakeholders throughout the design process - Support usability testing and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) - Present design concepts and confidently communicate your ideas - Keep up to date with UX trends, accessibility standards and best practice What we're looking for - Around 2+ years' experience in a UX or Product Design role - Strong proficiency with Figma - Experience creating wireframes, prototypes and user journeys - Understanding of user research methodologies and usability testing - Knowledge of responsive and mobile-first design principles - Appreciation of accessibility and inclusive design - Excellent communication and collaboration skills - A genuine passion for learning and developing as a UX Designer What's on offer? - Excellent opportunities for career progression - Work on an established SaaS product with thousands of users - Join a supportive, collaborative product team - 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays - Birthday off - Profit share scheme - Private medical insurance (length of service dependent) - Onsite gym - Employee wellbeing programme - Regular company socials and additional employee benefits If you're looking for a role where you'll have real influence, continue developing your UX skills and be part of a growing product team, we'd love to hear from you. 51991MS INDMANJ The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.