Junior Graphic Designer (Part Time) London, England
Job description
Company Overview
We are a global leader in securities finance technology with offices in major financial centres worldwide. Our goal is to optimize efficiency in the securities finance industry through innovative products and service offerings.
We offer a range of products including EquiLend Spire, Next Generation Trading (NGT), Post Trade Solutions, DataLend, and Securities Finance Trading Regulation to automate processes and provide our clients with the tools they need to succeed. Our continued dedication to innovation and excellence in this field led us to acquire a majority stake in Stonewain Systems in 2021, a move that enables securities finance market participants to manage their businesses on a single, comprehensive, and integrated platform.
Our solutions, offered to agent lenders, broker-dealers and beneficial owners worldwide, deliver global access to liquidity, scalability and reduced risk.
Team Overview
We are seeking a part-time Junior Graphic Designer to work 2-3 days per week with strong communication and technical skills who are up to date with current industry standards, creative trends, and tools.
We are a global team working on various design tasks for the company. This would suit an adaptable and creative person seeking a part-time role.
Role Responsibilities
- Participating in design work consistent with EquiLend's brand standards and overall brand look and feel
- Conceptualizing and executing marketing solutions through compelling visuals
- Creating assets for digital; email layouts, website banners, online ads, and social posts
- Creating assets for print ads
- Helping maintain and organize photos and design work on the company server
- Participating and collaborating in creative meetings
- Researching and reporting on creative trends in competitive markets
- Maintain order and inventory of the marketing Closet
- Prepare boxes and unbox marketing materials for our conferences
- Prepare and mail booth to our different events and conferences
- Perform retouching and manipulation of images
Required Skills
- Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Rush, Express and adobe stock) and understands when to use certain programs based on project requirements
- Basic knowledge of layouts, typography, line composition, colour, and other graphic design fundamentals
- Knowledge and understanding of the Principles of Design
- Compelling portfolio of graphic design work
- Computer skills, such as MS Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Must be working on or recently completed a degree in a design field (preferably visual design, UI/UX, graphic design, etc.)
- Working knowledge of digital file preparation for a variety of print and web media
Role Location Benefits
- Hybrid working
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Generous vacation days each year
- Group risk and income protection coverage from day 1 of employment
- Private health insurance and dental insurance coverage
- Generous company pension
- Regular company events
- Paid access to a mindfulness-based mental health app
- Great office location in One Canada Square, Canary Wharf
Diversity and Inclusion at EquiLend
At EquiLend, we are committed to diversity and inclusion and believe that it is essential to our success as a company. We value and respect all individuals, regardless of their background, and recognize that diversity brings a wealth of perspectives and skills that help us innovate and excel. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to thrive. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. If you require any accommodations during the application process, please let us know.
