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I started at Hardscape as a Credit Controller in January 2015 – I had recently started the first level of the AAT qualification and was provided with the support and encouragement to complete the full qualification.

This enabled me to progress professionally and move in to the role of Management Accountant – where I have been able to apply my new skills and knowledge.

Sarah Cullen – Management Accountant

I started at Hardscape as a Design Co-ordinator in July 2012. Whilst working in this role I was able to develop my skillset and knowledge within the industry and work on some very exciting projects. The complexity of the schemes I worked on, coupled with facilitating Landscape Architects’ ever-changing design requirements and artistic philosophies, created some extremely challenging but rewarding times. The experience gained working with some truly exceptional and inspirational designers and architects, along with the internal knowledge and support within Hardscape, which is limitless, enabled me to progress in my career and I was promoted to Design Manager in 2020.

Hardscape’s dedicated team of experts, whose compassion, commitment, and willingness to work as a team to overcome even the most challenging projects, some of which have never been attempted before, is thoroughly contagious and it is a pleasure to work for such an outstanding company whose values and goals are so intertwined with my own.

Tomas Atkinson – Design Manager

After starting as a Logistics Co Ordinator in April 2016, a role I really enjoyed, I was given the opportunity to progress into Assistant Logistics Manager role in 2018 , where I could put my wider skills to use.

After gaining the necessary knowledge and training in this role after 12 months, I then became Logistics Manager, managing the logistics team and ensuring Hardscape’s logistics processes are as efficient as possible.

Charlotte Alderson – Logistics Manager

I started Hardscape after graduating from Warwick University in 2016. I began as a Logistic Coordinator and after 7 months an opportunity came up to move into the Sales Coordinator role. I used this opportunity to gain knowledge and experience in the company and improve my skills in the role. After a period of transition between the two roles I was promoted to Sales Support Manager in 2022.

I now manage a team of seven Sales Co-ordinators who offer support to the wider sales team to ensure smooth running of the enquiry and sales order process.

Becci Dunleavy – Sales Support Manager

Our Vision – Building amazing places.
Our Values – Innovation, Knowledge, Quality, People and Communication.

Hardscape’s commitment to doing the right thing ensures we have an enduring impact on the people and places we connect with through our work. We help lead, design and deliver positive change. By empowering our people and working collaboratively, we help realise a shared vision for public spaces – together.

Hardscape offers its people the opportunity to grow along with the organisation through training schemes and higher apprenticeships allowing you to contribute towards our business growth. The work environment is filled with opportunities for challenging, interesting and motivating projects that add value to an employee’s professional skill set to bring a real sense of fulfilment.

Working at Hardscape offers you diversity in work and career. We trust and care for our people, who are the foundation of our business, taking them out for lunch the last Friday of every month, which is also dress down Friday! We pride ourselves on having fun too with summer and Christmas socials plus charity events to get involved in!

We look forward to welcoming you aboard!

WE CURRENTLY HAVE A VACANCY IN MARKETING:

Position: Graphic Designer

Location: Bolton (Head Office)

Salary: Upon Application

The Company:

Hardscape Group Ltd are an Employee-Owned Business who supply hard landscaping materials to commercial, public and private developments to create bespoke, innovative, and award-winning schemes across the UK.

We are seeking a Graphic Designer, looking to expand their skills into a broader role within an established in-house marketing team.

The design work will include creating brochures & datasheets, press adverts, internal marketing collateral, digital design for social media and websites, providing clear eye-catching designs with brand consistency.

The successful candidate will be organised and efficient in time management and have an eye for detail and display strong layout and composition skills. All candidates must have experience using Creative Suite/Cloud including InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator.

Hardscape are always looking for ways to improve and excel and we are looking for someone who is ready to join us on our growth journey, with the role ideal for an experienced Graphic Designer/Artworker looking to develop into a Marketing Executive role inclusively.

Our Vision – Building amazing places.
Our Values – Innovation, Knowledge, Quality, People and Communication.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop creative design concepts & artwork for brochures, datasheets, websites, exhibition and display, social media and more
  • Collaborate with the marketing team to understand project requirements and objectives
  • Utilise various design software and tools, especially Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
  • Ensure all designs are consistent with our brand guidelines and maintain a cohesive visual identity
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously to agreed deadlines

Must have:

  • Proven experience as a Graphic Designer or similar role (3+ years)
  • Proficiency in using design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
  • Experience with Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Dynamics)
  • Demonstrable knowledge of typography, colour theory, layout design, and visual hierarchy
  • Copywriting experience

Nice to have:

  • Experience with photography and photo editing software, or video content creation & editing
  • Ability to present and communicate design ideas effectively
  • Familiarity with E-commerce and Content Management Systems (CMS) such as WordPress

Please submit your portfolio showcasing your best work along with your application.

Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid, based primarily in Egerton, Bolton.

Benefits:

· Bonus scheme (based on company profit)

· Hybrid office and home working

· Staff lunch paid for once a month with your team

· Great work culture and office environment

· Holidays (21 + bank holidays – increasing each year up to 25 days)

· Pension – in line with government scheme (currently 4% employer contribution) plus additional contributions for long service milestones

· Private healthcare after 1 years’ service

· Employee Assistance Programme

· Company socials

· Free On-site Parking

· Cycle To Work scheme

· Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

· 1 paid charity day per year

· Wellness activities

· VIVUP – lifestyle discounts

+ many more

Hardscape Group Ltd are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief, age, pregnancy or maternal status, civil partnership, or marital status. All candidates and employees will be treated fairly and with respect, and never receive less favourable facilities or treatment, either directly or indirectly based on these personal differences.

Working at Hardscape offers you diversity in work and career. We trust and care for our people, who are the foundation of our business, taking them out for lunch the last Friday of every month!

Please note you will be required to provide proof of right to work in the UK before employment commences, compliant with the Home Office List A and List B Documents (UK Passport, Driving License, Birth Certificate, or National Identity Card.)

Please contact our HR department to apply and for further details: hr@hardscape.co.uk or telephone Head Office on 01204 565 500.