Assistant Graphic Designer

Willmott Dixon are looking to recruit an Assistant Graphic Designer to join our Construction South business, with offices based in Weybridge and Dartford.

This is an entry-level role, ideal for a motivated and creative individual at the beginning of their design career. You will assist in the creation of visually engaging designs that communicate ideas clearly and captivate audiences.

Bid submissions are competitive documents used to win construction projects, requiring clear and persuasive visual communication. Working with the Senior Graphic Designer, Proposal Managers and Bid Managers, you will support the creation of high-quality bid layout responses by transforming complex information into clear, consistent visuals that respond to customer and project-specific objectives.

You will receive hands-on guidance and mentoring from the Senior Graphic Designer and Proposals team and gain exposure to live bid environments, helping you develop strong foundational skills in layout, visual storytelling and stakeholder collaboration.

Reporting to the Senior Graphic Designer, you will be required to manage multiple tasks, work to deadlines and communicate effectively with a wide range of internal stakeholders. You will work within a supportive, fast-paced and collaborative bid environment, following established processes and brand standards while continuing to build confidence and capability in your role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively alongside Proposals Managers, Bid Managers, Senior Graphic Designer and subject matter experts to support bid design and delivery.
• Assist in the creation of visually engaging bid submissions that reflect agreed themes, strategies and quality standards.
• Undertake typesetting and editorial layout design of bid content, ensuring clarity consistency, logical flow and readability across all submission documents.
• Translate written content into supporting graphics, diagrams, charts and infographics that enhance understanding and storytelling.
• Ensure all design output adheres to brand guidelines and supports both strategic and visual objectives.
• Maintain and develop a strong library of visual assets, including graphics, photography and icons.

Essential and Desirable Criteria

• Entry-level role: 0-2 years' experience in a design-related role or placement
• Degree in Graphic Design or equivalent experience
• Well-rounded design skills with a strong eye for detail, layout, typography and visual hierarchy
• A portfolio demonstrating design thinking, layout, typography and visual communication skills
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud (especially InDesign) and Microsoft Office
• Ability to turn complex information into clear, easily understood graphics
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management with the ability to manage multiple tasks and stakeholders simultaneously
• Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to meeting deadlines.

Desirable Skills:

• Basic video editing experience, including Adobe Premiere Pro.

Attributes and Behaviours

• Curiosity and willingness to understand project detail and context
• Passion for creativity, with the flexibility to adapt to feedback and changing priorities
• Patience and resilience, able to work under pressure with support from the wider team and contribute positively to multiple projects at once.

About Us

With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive.Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025.

Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.