Overview
The Company
Electrum is the next-generation payments software company that provides cloud-native solutions to optimise the processing of financial transactions. Since 2012, we have established ourselves as a respected payments technology partner through our deep expertise and track record in delivering trusted enterprise-grade payments solutions.
We\'ve built a reputation in providing solutions for high-volume, low-value payment schemes and services that enable our clients to deliver to their customers at scale. We love that the projects we work on touch the lives of millions of South Africans daily, making a real difference. We hire the best of the best and we offer great opportunities for personal growth and career progression.
The Opportunity
Joining Electrum as our in-house Graphic Designer you\'ll shape our brand message, directly contributing to sales, marketing, and recruitment in the enterprise B2B payments landscape. Working independently in a fast-paced marketing environment, you\'ll manage projects from concept to completion, producing compelling, relatable, and consistent designs. You\'ll be trusted to represent our brand to attract top talent, and empower our sales team through your creativity. Making a significant impact!
The role
The purpose of this role is to effectively communicate Electrum\'s brand message and support sales, marketing, and recruitment objectives targeted at our enterprise B2B audiences. As the designated in-house Graphic Designer, you will deliver high-quality digital and print materials that engage our target audiences, enhance brand identity, and drive business growth. Leveraging your experience and insights, you will help evolve the brand, create visuals that attract top talent, and empower the sales team to achieve revenue goals. Operating independently within a fast-paced marketing environment, you will manage your projects from concept to completion, producing designs that are visually compelling, relatable, and consistent. At Electrum, your creativity and ability to bring visual concepts to life will not only be welcomed, but celebrated.
Requirements
Brand Development & Visual Storytelling
- Develop Electrum\'s brand using design thinking, user insight, and marketing
- Create impactful visuals for Electrum\'s brand stories
- Help maintain brand consistency via templates and accessible assets
- Design unique print and digital assets aligned with the brand
- Stay updated on design trends, especially for B2B and enterprise software
Design Production & Execution
Design visual assets (70% digital, 30% print) for various platforms including websites, social media, marketing, and internal communicationsCreate mock-ups and optimise designs using Figma, Illustrator, and other design softwareWeb Design & Development
Create wireframes and visual page layouts adhering to brand and UX guidelinesDesign and build responsive web pages with Figma and WebflowCollaborate with web teams to implement and troubleshoot Webflow updates, ensuring seamless web experiencesMeet deadlines, maintain quality, and optimise web design for performanceProject & Process Management
Self-manage design projects from brief to delivery, collaborating cross-functionallyPrioritise multiple projects, including workflowLead stakeholder feedback sessionsOversee end-to-end execution (design, printing, installation, digital deployment)Source and manage external vendors / freelancersCollaborate with various teams to align creative output with business and technical standardsYou will need to have
Degree or equivalent NQF level 6 qualification in Graphic Design or similarPost-graduate degree in marketing is a strong advantage3 to 6 years of professional graphic design experienceProven experience in a B2B environment, preferably within enterprise softwareExperience handling both digital and print design projects independentlyExperience in a marketing team or agency setting is advantageousExpert proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Proficient in Figma and CanvaKnowledge of design libraries, style guides, and component systemsCompetent use of G-Suite and MS Office, with advanced expertise in Slides and PowerPointIncrease your chances
Experience with Webflow, Wix, HubSpot, and basic HTML and CSSExperience using AI tools for ideation, automation, and design concept generationBasic UI / UX and motion graphics knowledgeFinancial services software experienceAble to work independently, manage workload, meet deadlines, and own design brief processesDetail-oriented with strong organisational skillsAdaptable and embraces continuous improvement, open to feedbackStrong communication skills to interpret briefs, collaborate, ask insightful questions, handle feedback, and present solutionsComfortable engaging with all stakeholders, technical and non-technicalCreative aptitude for technical B2B environmentsProficient in contemporary design softwareProven professional design experience, demonstrated in a portfolioBenefits
A good work-life balance is very important at Electrum. To help you manage your own time and energy, Electrum offers benefits such as :
Flexibility around core working hours (nature of flexibility is negotiated per role based on business needs)Daily cooked lunches and a stocked kitchen for the mid-day nibblesTeam socialising, getaways, and social outingsWe have created a safe, transparent environment where we know mistakes happen, and that\'s okay. We even have a 3 step approach to dealing with them :
Tell everyone about itFix the mistakeTell everyone about how you fixed itYou are responsible for your actions - both the successes and the failures.
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