Job Introduction
Join our award-winning Creative Lab and help shape the future of premium hospitality.
We’re looking for a Senior Graphic Designer with a passion for storytelling and a flair for design to lead on visually impactful bid proposals for Restaurant Associates, a brand synonymous with exceptional dining and hospitality experiences.
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
- 27 Days Holiday
- Contributory pension scheme
- Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
- Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
- Exclusive discounts that you can share with family a friends
About the Role
As a key member of our specialist in-house studio, you’ll take ownership of high-value, bespoke bid and retention submissions — transforming complex content into strategic, visually compelling documents that win business. Aligned to our Restaurant Associates sector, you’ll collaborate with senior stakeholders across sales, marketing, and operations to bring proposals to life.
This is an opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most exciting client opportunities across workplaces, destinations, and events.
What You’ll Do
Design, lead, and deliver high-impact proposals, tenders, and presentations that reflect brand excellence and win strategies
Translate bid narratives into innovative formats, balancing compliance with creativity
Champion brand consistency while exploring fresh, tailored design approaches
Collaborate closely with the Bid Team Manager, Growth Director, and subject matter experts throughout the bid lifecycle
Guide and manage the production process — from concept to print or digital submission
Contribute to continuous improvement across the Creative Lab by sharing ideas, tools, and best practices
What We’re Looking For
A standout portfolio that demonstrates creativity, versatility, and attention to detail
Experience working on high-value, deadline-driven bids or sales documents
Confidence in managing multiple projects, tight deadlines, and stakeholder expectations
Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), MS Word, PowerPoint, and e-tendering platforms
Excellent copywriting and editorial skills — able to shape content and messaging to influence outcomes
A proactive, collaborative approach with a solutions-first mindset
Recognised bid management training and/or a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Key Responsibilities
Lead the creative delivery of bid submissions across design, writing, and layout
Develop persuasive responses in partnership with subject matter experts and bid writers
Contribute to the creation of win themes, solution design, and proposal structures
Coordinate with designers, artworkers, and print partners to ensure seamless execution
Support post-submission debriefs and knowledge capture processes
Act as a brand guardian and creative ambassador within the wider Growth Community
Who You’ll Work With
Sector Growth Director & Bid Team Manager
Head of Bid Management
Business Development Directors & Strategic Partners
Proposal Managers, Designers & the Creative Lab Team
Marketing Team & Subject Matter Experts across Restaurant Associates
Bid Finance and Knowledge Teams
Ready to design the future of food experiences?
If you're a creative leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-stakes environments — and you're passionate about using design to win hearts, minds, and contracts — we want to hear from you.