Creative Manager

Veolia UK; Cannock; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: Competitive per annum plus bonus, car allowance and Veolia benefits

Location: Cannock / hybrid

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. It’s why we’re looking for someone who’s just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you:

• Access to our company pension scheme
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
• One paid day’s leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What will you be doing?

As Veolia continues to grow and deliver its ecological transformation purpose externally, we need to ensure that our creative visuals are aligned, impactful and working to achieve the objectives of the entire business. From lead generation and raising awareness to internal design support, this role will be varied and fast-paced.

Responsibilities:

• The Creative Manager is responsible for leading and managing teams of creative professionals to develop and execute innovative projects. They will provide creative ideas and direction to both projects and the team to aid development. They will be essential during the ideation stage and responsible for overseeing projects from concept to delivery. Excellent project management, budget, and resource management skills are required.
• Communicate with and manage stakeholder expectations by providing feedback and guidance throughout the project.
• Responsible for maintaining strong relationships with all business units that the creative team services. The Creative Manager will also attend and manage monthly resource meetings, with the marketing function and its business-wide stakeholders.
• Provide insights on how to progress our creative assets and campaign development by staying ahead of industry trends. This role requires problem-solving and long-term planning skills to develop and grow the creative function's capabilities.
• Ensure consistency in branding and tone of voice across a wide range of assets with meticulous attention to detail.
• Lead the creative team, comprising 5 graphic designers and videographers.

The Creative Manager will also need lived skills in graphic design, digital, videography, and print production.

This role will be split as follows: 50% management and 50% creative direction and hands-on creative time.

What are we looking for?

• A degree or equivalent in art and design and management experience in a similar environment are required.
• Senior creative role, either agency or in-house.
• Experience in building efficient creative teams.
• Well-established background in creative.
• Management experience is essential.
• Critical eye for detail and experience in approving artwork for public release.

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.