London, UK+2 moreMore locations: Cambridge, UK | Manchester, UK
HybridAfter probation, work from home up to half the time; during probation, one day per week.
Art, Graphics & AnimationGraphic Design
About the job
Requirements
A degree-level or higher qualification in a design-related discipline (minimum 2.1 or equivalent), in addition to a highly innovative portfolio; relevant specialisms include Graphic Design, Illustration, Fine Art, Digital Communications, Graphic Communication Design, and Marketing.
Proven experience working in an agency or commercial environment.
Extensive experience using Adobe InDesign and Illustrator, as well as familiarity with other software in the Adobe Creative Cloud.
A proven ability to generate, execute, and oversee a variety of creative concepts.
A problem-solving mindset and the ability to think outside the box.
Confidence in presenting work to a wide range of audiences, including internal colleagues and external clients.
Exceptional organisational and time management skills, a high level of productivity, and flexibility to adapt to changing deadlines.
An ability to manage conflicting demands and prioritise tasks effectively.
Excellent attention to detail.
Strong communication skills and the ability to build robust and sustainable working relationships.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK independently from the company because the role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Applicants must submit a CV, cover letter, and PDF portfolio or link to an online portfolio. The cover letter must explain their suitability for the role and interest in joining Costello Medical with supporting examples; the CV must clearly state qualification dates and grades where applicable.
Responsibilities
Create visually appealing materials, including infographics, posters, event materials, and other design pieces for internal teams and external clients.
Work with creative colleagues and project managers at the outset of projects to determine the design scope, purpose, and strategic approach.
Communicate project requirements clearly to project teams and provide input on technical queries.
Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget while maintaining quality standards.
Provide customer service and build partnerships with internal teams and external clients.
Contribute to creative projects for healthcare-sector clients, from concept development through full production.
Develop brands, design and lay out infographics, and create event materials; depending on skillset, contribute to motion and digital projects such as interactive exhibition materials, video editing, animations, and eLearning modules.
Collaborate with designers, project managers, and clients to define project scope and objectives, then produce design materials and provide technical insight and guidance as needed.
Support commercial projects as well as pro bono work for charities and the public sector.
Graphic Designer
Costello Medical · Cambridge, United Kingdom (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-25
Salary: GBP 28,000–33,000
Workplace: hybrid
Department: Graphic Designer
Description
Role Summary
Responsibilities: You will be involved in a wide range of creative projects for our clients within the healthcare sector, from initial concept development to full production, allowing for real autonomy and creativity
Salary: £28,000 to £33,000 per annum outside of London (£28,860 to £33,000 per annum in London), depending on your previous experience
Benefits: Discretionary profit share bonuses paid twice per year, hybrid and flexible working options, generous holiday allowance, private medical insurance, critical illness cover, income protection, full funding for external training, and more
Role Type: Full-time, permanent
Start Date: This role will ideally commence on Monday 9th November 2026. However, we have additional start dates available in January and February 2027, and you will be asked to state your availability on your application form
Application Deadlines: Whilst there are no set application deadlines, we strongly recommend applying as early as possible. The role will close when a suitable candidate is found
Location: This role is available in our Cambridge, London, and Manchesteroffices. Although we will consider applicants across all three office locations, we strongly encourage candidates to consider Cambridge, which is home to our global headquarters
About the Role
As a Graphic Designer in our Creative team, you will be at the forefront of delivering diverse and intricate creative projects for both our clients in the healthcare sector and the company. Projects include brand development, the design and layout of infographics, as well as the creation of event materials. Depending on your skillset, you may also contribute to motion and digital projects, such as the design of interactive materials for exhibitions, video editing, animations, and the creation of eLearning modules.
You will be involved in every stage of the project lifecycle, from initial concept development to full production, allowing for real autonomy and creativity. This involves early-stage collaboration with other designers, project managers, and clients to define the project scope and objectives. You will then produce high-quality design materials, providing technical insight and offering guidance as needed.
At Costello Medical, our Creative team is passionate about data visualisation and enhancing the communication of scientific content. We are also committed to supporting projects where we believe our skills can make a meaningful difference to healthcare. Therefore, you will have the opportunity to support not only commercial projects, but also pro bono work for charities and the public sector.
Developing Engaging Content: Creating a variety of visually appealing materials, including infographics, posters, event materials, and other design pieces for both internal teams and external clients
Strong Collaboration: Working closely with creative colleagues and project managers at the outset of projects to determine the design scope, purpose, and strategic approach to be taken
Effective Communication: Clearly communicating project requirements to project teams and providing input on any technical queries
Quality and Delivery: Ensuring all projects are completed on time and within budget while maintaining the highest standards of quality
Exceptional Service: Providing outstanding customer service, building strong partnerships with internal teams and external clients
Hybrid Working Policy: We believe that having face-to-face time in the office holds many benefits and is central to ensuring that the community we have created, where people have a workplace they belong to and feel part of, is never lost. At the same time, we recognise that homeworking can improve work life balance, reduce commuting times and costs, and provide the opportunity to juggle personal commitments.
Therefore, we offer flexible working arrangements that allow our colleagues who have passed probation to work from home up to half their time, measured across a 2-week rolling period. During your probationary period (normally the first 6 months of the role), you will be able to work from home 1 day per week.
Costello Medical is a rapidly growing global healthcare agency specialising in medical communications, market access, and health economic and outcomes research. We work with a wide range of clients, including the industry’s most successful pharmaceutical and medical technology companies, patient and public health bodies, and charitable organisations. We have been listed in the Top 100 Best Companies to Work For list since 2017, the Boston Globe’s Top Places to Work list in 2025, and were proud to receive B Corporation accreditation in 2022. We are also a certified Disability Confident and menopause friendly workplace. Learn more about us, our work, and our mission on our website: https://www.costellomedical.com/
Requirements
About You
We are seeking a motivated individual who can contribute innovative ideas to enhance our creative service offerings. You will have a great understanding of aesthetics and meticulous attention to detail. You will also take pride in delivering a consistently exceptional service to both colleagues and clients within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
This role requires a problem-solving mindset, strong analytical skills, as well as an enthusiasm for learning new technologies to produce high-quality project deliverables.
Essential requirements for the role are:
A degree-level or higher qualification in a design-related discipline (minimum 2.1 or equivalent), in addition to a highly innovative portfolio. We welcome applications from candidates with a diverse range of specialisms, including but not limited to; Graphic Design, Illustration, Fine Art, Digital Communications, Graphic Communication Design, and Marketing
Proven experience working in an agency or commercial environment
Extensive experience using Adobe InDesign and Illustrator, as well as familiarity with other software in the Adobe Creative Cloud
A proven ability to generate, execute, and oversee a variety of creative concepts
A problem-solving mindset, and the ability to think outside the box
Confidence in presenting work to a wide range of audiences, including internal colleagues and external clients
Exceptional organisational and time management skills, a high level of productivity, and the flexibility to adapt to changing deadlines
An ability to manage conflicting demands, prioritising tasks effectively
Excellent attention to detail
Strong communication skills and the ability to build robust and sustainable working relationships
We welcome applications from experienced Graphic Designers and those with a genuine interest in the healthcare industry who are looking to build a creative career in this field. You will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced colleagues who provide one-to-one training on technical aspects, project management, and effective client communication.
Benefits
What We Offer
Alongside our award-winning company culture, where every team member is celebrated, respected, and has their voice heard, we are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
A starting salary of £28,000 to £33,000 per annum outside of London (£28,860 to £33,000 per annum in London), depending on your previous experience, as well as a discretionary profit share bonus paid twice per year. Please note that we have established salary bands to ensure a fair and consistent approach for all applicants, eliminating the need for individual negotiations
25 days’ annual leave plus bank and public holidays, as well as a holiday buy and sell scheme
Flexible working hours and the chance to work from home for up to half of your working time after passing probation
Flexible benefits scheme offering cash payments, additional pension contributions and more
Private Medical Insurance which offers comprehensive cover on a “medical history disregard” basis
Paid study leave and funding for external qualifications
Critical Illness Cover, Income Protection and Life Assurance
Paid and unpaid sabbaticals based on length of service
You are required to submit your CV and a cover letter via our online application form. You will also be asked to provide a PDF portfolio or a link to your online portfolio. In your cover letter, you must explain why you think you would be suited to the role and why you would like to join Costello Medical, with examples to support both. Your CV should clearly state the dates of all qualifications and grades achieved, where applicable.
Our recruitment process includes a telephone interview with a member of the Talent Acquisition team. Following this, you will be sent an assessment to complete in your own time. If successful, you will be invited to a final interview with senior members of our Creative team, which also includes a portfolio review. Our standard recruitment process typically lasts around 3 to 4 weeks, however this can be adapted if necessary.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and, throughout the recruitment process, there are a number of reasonable adjustments we can provide: https://www.costellomedical.com/reasonable-adjustments/
Please note that, whilst we embrace AI to innovate and improve processes, your role may involve confidential data that cannot be uploaded to AI. Therefore, it is important for us to assess your own skills and abilities, so we recommend that you do not rely solely on this technology to generate any application materials.
Visa Sponsorship
Please note that this role does not meet the eligibility criteria for visa sponsorship, and you will therefore need the right to work in the UK independently from the company.