Snr Designer - Branding & Packaging
1HQ, an IQVIA business, is a strategic brand and design agency specializing in bold, effective creative solutions that connects brands with consumers. We pride ourselves on our global reach, local edge, and making real impact with our work. We build brands on unshakable foundations of deep analysis, rigorous research, and straight-talking strategy. We challenge assumptions and identify real insights. Then, and only then, we deliver world-class creative on top. As part of IQVIA, 1HQ is uniquely positioned within the creative industry with access to rich consumer data and insights—allowing us to elevate brands through commercially effective, bold creative ideas.
1HQ is looking for a Conceptual Snr. Branding and Packaging Designer, who can transform sharp strategic thinking into bold, beautiful ideas that demand attention. Someone who thrives on big thinking, loves the craft of design, and brings energy, imagination, and ambition to every brief.
At 1HQ, you'll work on some of the world's most recognizable brands, collaborating with an inspiring team of designers, strategists, and creatives in our London studio.
Responsibilities:
- Lead idea-driven creative with clarity first, then difference, translating strategic thinking into bold, distinctive brand and packaging solutions.
- Set and own the creative vision, shaping concepts and strategies from brief to delivery and driving them through every stage of the process.
- Partner closely with Strategy and Client Services to help define brand positioning and ensure work is both creatively ambitious and commercially effective.
- Inspire and elevate the team, mentoring junior and midweight designers, raising standards, and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Present ideas with confidence and conviction, clearly articulating strategic intent and creative value to clients and internal teams.
- Act as a brand guardian, protecting clarity, consistency, and creative impact across all touchpoints.
This is an opportunity to shape brand worlds, push creative boundaries, and produce work that resonates globally.
Required knowledge, experience and education - Our ideal candidate will have:
- 5-7 years' experience in branding and packaging design, with a strong portfolio of global brand work.
- Experience leading, developing and mentoring a team (pref).
- A highly conceptual thinker with the ability to turn strategy into standout creative ideas.
- An exceptional eye for typography, layout, and visual storytelling.
- Experience in brand world creation, or a strong ambition to develop this skill under creative direction.
- Confidence working both independently and collaboratively, contributing positively to team culture and creative ambition.
- Good organizational skills with the ability to balance great design while meeting deadlines
- Confidently in presenting work to both internal teams and external clients.
- Work face to face in the studio at a minimum of 2 days a week is required!
***PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR CV AND PORTFOLIO IN ENGLISH. THIS ROLE IS NOT OPEN TO VISA SPONSORSHIP.***
We invite you to join 1HQ, an IQVIAâ„¢ Company