Employee Relations Advisor ManchesterPermanentHybrid WorkingUp to £45,000 + Benefits We're partnering with a leading national organisation to recruit an Employee Relations Advisor to join their growing HR team in Manchester. Supporting managers and employees across the UK, you'll play a key role in delivering expert ER guidance, managing complex casework and helping create a positive and high-performing workplace culture.As Employee Relations Advisor, you'll provide first-class ER support across a nationwide workforce, partnering with managers to navigate a wide range of employee relations matters. You'll manage cases from start to finish, offer practical employment law advice and contribute to HR initiatives that support business performance and employee engagement.Key Responsibilities Manage a broad range of employee relations cases, including disciplinaries, grievances, absence management, performance, capability and conduct issuesCoach and support managers on employee relations best practiceConduct investigations and support formal hearings and appealsEnsure compliance with employment law, company policies and internal proceduresAnalyse ER trends and provide recommendations to reduce risk and improve employee experienceSupport organisational change projects where requiredAssist in the development and implementation of HR policies and processesBuild strong working relationships with stakeholders across multiple locations nationwide To be successful in this role, you'll have: Previous experience in an Employee Relations Advisor, HR Advisor or similar HR role with a strong ER focusUp-to-date knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practiceExperience managing complex employee relations cases independentlyStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsThe ability to influence, coach and challenge managers effectivelyA proactive, solutions-focused approachExcellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy workloadCIPD qualification (or working towards) is desirable Please click the link to apply or contact Alex Wright @ Forward Role for more detailsAs an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Midweight Graphic Designer Salary: £30,000 - £36,000 per annumLocation: LiverpoolWorking Pattern: Full-time | On-site (5 days per week)About the Business Our client is a fast-growing premium sportswear brand that has established a strong presence within the retail and eCommerce market. Known for delivering high-quality products and engaging brand experiences, the business continues to invest heavily in its in-house creative function as it expands across digital, retail and campaign channels.With a collaborative creative team and ambitious growth plans, this is an exciting opportunity for a talented Midweight Graphic Designer to play a key role in shaping the visual output of a recognisable consumer brand.The Role This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded Midweight Graphic Designer to join an established in-house creative team, reporting into the Senior Graphic Designer.The role is heavily focused on producing high-quality digital creative across eCommerce, CRM, web and marketing channels. We're looking for someone with excellent creative instincts, strong attention to detail and a genuine understanding of fashion, sportswear and retail design.You'll be creating a high volume of engaging creative, supporting everything from product launches and campaign assets to website graphics, email marketing and digital communications. This role would suit a designer with a strong portfolio of digital work who can bring fresh ideas, a refined design eye and an understanding of where modern sportswear brands are heading.While AI forms part of the team's workflow, this role requires someone with strong core design ability who can generate original creative concepts rather than relying on AI-generated assets.Key Responsibilities Digital & Campaign Design Design engaging creative assets for seasonal campaigns, product launches and brand initiatives.Produce digital assets across websites, email marketing, CRM, social media and paid advertising.Create eCommerce assets including homepage banners, landing pages, promotional graphics and product launch materials.Design engaging web graphics, mailers and digital marketing collateral.Support the ongoing evolution of the brand's visual identity across all customer touchpoints. Creative & Brand Produce premium creative that reflects the brand's positioning within the sportswear market.Develop artwork across digital, retail and print channels.Prepare artwork for both digital and print production.Ensure all creative work remains consistent with established brand guidelines.Contribute fresh creative ideas that enhance campaigns and customer engagement. Collaboration Work closely with Photography, Videography, Brand and Marketing teams to deliver integrated campaigns.Manage multiple creative projects simultaneously while maintaining exceptional quality.Maintain organised working files and contribute to efficient asset management.Keep up to date with design trends, typography, fashion, sportswear and wider cultural movements. Required Skills & Experience 3-5 years' commercial Graphic Design experience.Strong portfolio demonstrating digital design, campaign creative and branding.Experience designing within the fashion, sportswear, retail or eCommerce sectors.Advanced Adobe Creative Cloud skills, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.Excellent understanding of typography, layout, colour theory and visual hierarchy.Strong experience creating digital assets for web, email, social media and eCommerce.Ability to manage multiple projects within a fast-paced creative environment.Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.Strong communication and collaboration skills. Desirable Experience Motion design or Adobe After Effects experience.Knowledge of UX/UI principles.Experience using Figma.Experience designing assets for paid social campaigns.An understanding of AI-assisted creative workflows, whilst maintaining strong traditional design skills. About You You'll be a creative, commercially aware designer with a strong eye for detail and a genuine passion for premium sportswear and retail branding.We're looking for someone who: Has excellent creative taste and understands current design trends within fashion and sportswear.Can balance creativity with commercial objectives.Is confident producing original creative from concept through to execution.Brings fresh ideas and a proactive approach to every project.Enjoys working collaboratively within a fast-paced in-house creative team.Thrives in a high-volume design environment without compromising on quality.Has a genuine passion for branding, storytelling and creating engaging customer experiences. If you're an ambitious Midweight Graphic Designer looking to join a growing consumer brand where you'll have the opportunity to influence digital creative and produce work seen across multiple customer touchpoints, we'd love to hear from you.As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Midweight Videographer Salary: £30,000 - £34,000 per annumLocation: LiverpoolWorking Pattern: Full-time | 5 days onsiteAbout the Business We're partnering with a fast-growing UK consumer brand that has established itself as one of the most exciting names within the performance and lifestyle market. Combining premium products with bold creative marketing, the business has experienced significant growth and continues to invest heavily in its in-house creative function.With dedicated teams across design, photography, video, studio production and digital marketing, creativity sits at the heart of the business. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative team producing high-quality content across eCommerce, social media and integrated marketing campaigns.The Role Reporting into the Senior Videographer, this is a varied, hands-on role for an experienced creative who enjoys producing engaging content across multiple channels.You'll be responsible for planning, filming and editing video content that supports product launches, campaigns, social media and eCommerce. Working closely with photographers, designers, marketing and brand teams, you'll create compelling content that strengthens the brand while delivering commercially effective creative.The role offers an excellent balance of day-to-day content creation alongside larger campaign projects, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working across both fast-paced social content and more considered brand storytelling.Key Responsibilities Plan, film and edit engaging video content for social media, eCommerce, paid media and wider marketing channels.Produce social-first content for platforms including Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.Create product videos, campaign content, lifestyle films and brand storytelling content.Capture behind-the-scenes footage during campaigns, events and product launches.Support the Senior Videographer on larger campaign productions while independently managing day-to-day projects.Collaborate with designers, photographers, marketing and social teams to deliver integrated creative campaigns.Direct models, athletes, ambassadors and external talent during video shoots where required.Edit footage using Adobe Premiere Pro to deliver high-quality, polished content.Incorporate motion graphics, sound design, subtitles and graphics where appropriate.Produce fast-turnaround creative for digital and social channels without compromising quality.Organise and maintain video assets, project files and content libraries.Bring fresh ideas by keeping up to date with emerging content trends, platform updates and new creative techniques.Support wider creative projects where required. Required Skills & Experience Minimum 3 years' commercial videography experience.Strong portfolio showcasing branded, fashion, sportswear, lifestyle or consumer brand content.Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro.Working knowledge of Adobe After Effects and Adobe Creative Suite.Excellent understanding of lighting, composition, camera movement and audio capture.Strong editing skills with an eye for pacing, storytelling and visual quality.Experience creating engaging short-form content for social media platforms.Ability to manage multiple projects within a fast-paced environment.Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.Comfortable working independently while collaborating effectively within a creative team. About You You'll be a creative thinker with a genuine passion for video production and visual storytelling.You enjoy taking ownership of projects, thrive in a fast-moving environment and are confident balancing creative ideas with commercial objectives. You'll be someone who naturally spots opportunities to create engaging content, whether you're working on a planned campaign or capturing spontaneous moments.We're looking for someone who: Has a strong eye for visual storytelling and composition.Understands current social media trends and platform best practice.Is passionate about creating engaging digital-first content.Has an interest in fashion, sport, lifestyle or consumer brands.Is proactive, organised and solutions-focused.Works equally well independently and as part of a collaborative creative team.Enjoys contributing ideas and continually improving creative output. What's on Offer Competitive salary of £32,000 - £34,000 depending on experience.Full-time permanent position.Five days onsite in Liverpool.Reporting into an experienced Senior Videographer with opportunities to develop your creative and technical skills.Join a collaborative in-house creative team within a rapidly growing consumer brand.Opportunity to work across eCommerce, social content, campaigns and brand marketing.A fast-paced environment where you'll have genuine ownership of creative projects and the opportunity to make a visible impact. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.