Design Specialist

Who are we? Glacier by Sanlam brings together leading experts and respected financial services companies to meet clients investment needs. We deliver focused investment services through specialist teams, partner with acclaimed financial intermediaries and pride ourselves on our superior products and solutions and high quality service. We offer a comprehensive range of investment solutions, designed to assist in the creation and preservation of wealth. Our offering encompasses local investments, including fixed term investments and investments with guarantees, international investments, retirement saving solutions, and retirement income solutions. While each solution has its own distinct purpose, they all share the world-class quality and commitment that have come to distinguish Glacier. What will you do? Job Purpose Design is more than just making things look good; its about telling a story, creating an experience, and leaving a lasting impression. At South Africas largest investment platform, were looking for a Design Specialist who isnt just skilled with design tools but is a visionary—a creator who can blend aesthetics with strategy and deliver innovative, high-impact visuals that resonate with our sophisticated, high-net-worth clients. This isnt just about following trends; its about setting them. If you live and breathe design, constantly pushing creative boundaries, and have a knack for transforming abstract ideas into elegant, compelling visuals, then this is the perfect opportunity to bring your creative genius to life in a space where your work will truly matter. We need someone who isnt afraid to think outside the box and break away from the conventional. This is your chance to make a real impact and shape the future of a brand in the financial sector. As a Design Specialist, you will be responsible for creating visually captivating design assets that align with our brands luxurious positioning and forward-thinking marketing strategy. youll work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, digital, and communications, to bring new ideas to life in ways that challenge norms and set us apart in the investment industry. You will have the freedom to innovate and push creative boundaries, while ensuring your designs are grounded in the needs of our brand and target audience. Whether its reimagining our website visuals, designing engaging digital content, or creating print materials, youll be the force behind the visual elements that tell our brands story. Key Outcomes

• Brand Visual Identity: Develop, refine, and maintain the visual identity of our brand, ensuring consistency and elegance across all design assets and channels.
• Creative Campaigns: Work closely with the Brand & Marketing Manager and marketing team to design innovative campaigns that resonate with our high-net-worth audience and reflect the luxury positioning of the brand.
• Design & Digital Execution: Create stunning digital designs, including website assets, social media graphics, email templates, and digital ads, that elevate the customer experience and engage our audience.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing, content, and digital, to deliver creative solutions that align with overall brand strategies and objectives.
• Inspire and Innovate: Constantly explore new design trends, tools, and techniques to push creative boundaries, ensuring the brand remains fresh, exciting, and at the forefront of digital innovation.
• Attention to Detail: Deliver high-quality designs with precision, ensuring every detail is perfect and meets the brands luxurious standards.
• Adaptability & Problem-Solving: Be ready to take on various design challenges, from conceptualization to execution, and be comfortable adjusting designs based on feedback or shifting priorities.

Qualifications and Experience

• You have 3-5 years of experience in design, with a strong portfolio that demonstrates your creative range and expertise.

Competencies

• Creative Vision: You think outside the box, bringing fresh and bold ideas to the table. You are not afraid to break away from traditional design and embrace new, cutting-edge approaches.
• Expert Design Skills: You are highly skilled in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Figma, and other digital design platforms. Experience in motion graphics and videography is massive a plus.
• Luxury & Digital Aesthetic: You have a keen understanding of luxury design and know how to create visuals that appeal to a sophisticated and discerning audience, all while staying on top of digital design trends.
• Collaboration: You thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with teams to deliver cohesive and impactful designs across multiple platforms.
• Attention to Detail: You have a meticulous eye for detail and are committed to delivering high-quality design work that aligns with the brands premium positioning.
• Problem Solver: You can tackle creative challenges and find innovative solutions, balancing creativity with practicality in delivering design solutions.

Attributes

• Honesty, integrity and respect
• Teamwork
• Can-do attitude
• Performance driven
• Ability to work in a high-paced environment

Why Join Us? This is not just another design job. At Glacier you will have the chance to leave your mark on the digital and visual landscape of South Africas largest investment platform. Youll work in an inspiring and dynamic team, with the freedom to think outside the box, innovate, and push your creative limits. If youre ready to take your design career to new heights and make a real impact, then we want you to join us. What will make you successful in this role?

• Creative Vision: You think outside the box, bringing fresh and bold ideas to the table. You are not afraid to break away from traditional design and embrace new, cutting-edge approaches.
• Expert Design Skills: You are highly skilled in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Figma, and other digital design platforms. Experience in motion graphics and videography is massive a plus.
• Luxury & Digital Aesthetic: You have a keen understanding of luxury design and know how to create visuals that appeal to a sophisticated and discerning audience, all while staying on top of digital design trends.
• Collaboration: You thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with teams to deliver cohesive and impactful designs across multiple platforms.
• Attention to Detail: You have a meticulous eye for detail and are committed to delivering high-quality design work that aligns with the brands premium positioning.
• Problem Solver: You can tackle creative challenges and find innovative solutions, balancing creativity with practicality in delivering design solutions.

Attributes

• Honesty, integrity and respect
• Teamwork
• Can-do attitude
• Performance driven
• Ability to work in a high-paced environment

Why Join Us? This is not just another design job. At Glacier you will have the chance to leave your mark on the digital and visual landscape of South Africas largest investment platform. Youll work in an inspiring and dynamic team, with the freedom to think outside the box, innovate, and push your creative limits. If youre ready to take your design career to new heights and make a real impact, then we want you to join us. Qualification and Experience Degree or Diploma with 3 to 4 years related experience Knowledge and Skills Art and copy designs Project Management Review and quality control Business requirements Personal Attributes Action orientated - Contributing independently Communicates effectively - Contributing independently Plans and aligns - Contributing independently Optimises work processes - Contributing independently Build a successful career with us Were all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future - your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters - Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office - the group provides many opportunities for growth and development. Core Competencies Being resilient - Contributing independently Collaborates - Contributing independently Cultivates innovation - Contributing independently Customer focus - Contributing independently Drives results - Contributing independently Turnaround time The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers. Our commitment to transformation The Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Groups Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.

Information :

• Company : Sanlam
• Position : Design Specialist
• Location : Tygervalley, Western Cape
• Country : ZA