Creative Manager

Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom (On-site)
£47600.00-£47600.00 per year
Full-time
Permanent
Job description

Lead our creative team at a pivotal moment. Following our brand relaunch, we need an experienced Creative Manager to embed our refreshed brand and deliver bold campaigns that make a real difference to people living with Motor Neurone Disease (MND). Whether your background is as a Creative Lead, Art Director or Senior Designer stepping into leadership, this is an opportunity to shape creative strategy, guide and develop a talented team and produce impactful creative content that connects with our community and strengthens engagement.creative team at a pivotal time following our brand relaunch. 

You'll shape creative strategy, lead and develop a talented team, and oversee the delivery of engaging campaigns, publications and digital content. Combining creative excellence, people leadership and project management skills, you'll champion brand consistency and help maximise the Association's impact and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and inspire the creative team to produce bold, engaging and audience-focused work that brings our brand to life
  • Shape creative concepts and campaigns that capture attention, build meaningful connections and increase engagement across multiple channels
  • Transform ideas, briefs and organisational priorities into impactful visual storytelling that highlights our work and influence
  • Champion creative excellence, ensuring every asset reflects high design standards and a consistent brand experience
  • Drive innovation by identifying new creative approaches, emerging trends and tools that strengthen our communications
  • Collaborate with teams across the Association to develop creative solutions that support fundraising, awareness, campaigning and supporter engagement
  • Guide the creative journey from concept to delivery, ensuring projects are effective, timely and aligned to strategic objectives
  • Oversee the development of flagship publications, reports and campaigns, working with internal colleagues and external creative partners
  • Embed a culture of creativity, collaboration and continuous improvement, empowering others to develop their skills and confidence

About You

  • Excellent design knowledge and are confident using Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
  • Inspirational creative leader, with experience managing teams, and implementing/improving workflow processes
  • Experience managing freelance creatives, photographers or videographers
  • Confidence in managing multiple deadlines and competing demands in a fast-paced environment
  • You enjoy exploring new creative trends, technologies and ways of working, and can turn fresh ideas into practical solutions
  • Experience working with charities, purpose-led organisations or community-focused brands
  • Understanding of video production and graphic design
  • Knowledge of digital asset management systems and creative workflow tools
  • Confidence delivering workshops, presenting creative ideas and helping others get the most from design resources

Further information about MND Association and full job description is available in the attached Candidate Pack.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.

As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.

What We Offer

  • 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays
  • Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies
  • 24/7 GP access via phone and video
  • Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines
  • Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave)
  • Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping
  • Enhanced pension scheme
  • Opportunities for training and personal development
  • Hybrid working

About Us

Motor Neurone Disease moves fast. It takes away time, it takes away independence and it has no cure. Every day we support people affected by MND. We fund ground-breaking research. We campaign for better care. We’re here for everyone who needs us. Because with MND, every day matters.  

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Organisation
MND Association View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 101 - 500

We support people affected by Motor Neurone Disease, campaign for better care and fund ground-breaking research. Because with MND, every day matters.

Posted on: 03 August 2026
Closing date: 17 August 2026 at 23:59
Job ref: JD1641883NorCM
Tags: Training / Learning, Brand, Content Writing / Copywriting, Delivery, Health / Medical, Internal communication, Mentoring / Coaching, Social Media, Video / Film, Web

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