Graphic Designer (Bid Management)

Your Responsibilities

We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Graphic Designer to join our dynamic Bid Management team. We are seeking candidates who will work closely with Bid Specialists and internal stakeholders across the business to create high-impact visual materials that support our pursuit of new business opportunities.

You will contribute fresh ideas and strong visual execution to a variety of projects, ranging from proposals and pitch presentations to capability statements and infographics, while working within our established brand guidelines. To succeed in this role, you should have solid technical knowledge of design principles, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage projects from concept through to final delivery, ensuring Lockton’s brand is consistently and effectively represented.

Your Responsibilities

• Design and produce a variety of high-impact visual materials that support bid and pursuit activity, including digital presentations, executive summaries, pitch documents, infographics, and supporting assets, while maintaining and strengthening brand consistency.
• Collaborate effectively with Bid Specialists and subject matter experts to translate technical or commercial content into visually engaging and client-focused designs.
• Work closely with the Bid Management team and our internal stakeholders to align creative outputs with Lockton’s pursuit strategy and business development objectives.
• Act as a proactive problem solver and creative thinker, quick to learn and implement new tools or software that enhance the design and delivery of bid-related materials.
• Ensure all creative outputs are delivered to a high standard, on time, and in line with Lockton’s brand guidelines and client expectations.
• Source, manage, and maintain image and asset libraries that reflect the Lockton brand and support the production of visually compelling bid content.
  
  

Qualifications

• Proven experience in digital design, ideally within a bids, proposals, or professional services environment (please include a portfolio and CV highlighting relevant projects)
• Strong understanding of branding, visual storytelling, and document layout principles, with the ability to translate complex content into compelling client-facing materials
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly InDesign, Illustrator, PowerPoint, and Photoshop
• Confident working with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially in explaining design choices and interpreting creative briefs
• Ability to work independently on multiple projects while contributing to a collaborative and deadline-driven team
• High level of creativity, accuracy, and consistency across all outputs
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage shifting priorities
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation in pursuit design
  
  

Desirable

• Previous experience within a regulated environment (e.g., insurance or financial services) is advantageous, but not essential