Senior Packaging Designer
2 days ago
Trowbridge
Job Title: Senior Packaging Designer Location: Trowbridge, UK Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Job Ref: 39879 Join a global beauty powerhouse shaping the future of sustainable design. With creative teams and offices globally, this business partners with some of the world’s most-loved beauty and skincare brands. They’re now on the lookout for a Senior Packaging Designer to bring creative flair, innovation and leadership to their UK design studio. The Role As Senior Packaging Designer, you’ll take the lead on creative projects from concept to completion – translating brand stories into standout packaging for international beauty clients. You’ll work across everything from Haircare and Skincare to Fragrance and Colour Cosmetics, creating visuals that combine graphic design, 3D form and tactile detail. Expect to flex both your conceptual thinking and technical execution – producing high-end visuals, mock-ups and 3D renders that elevate the design narrative. Working in a close-knit, fast-paced team, you’ll also mentor junior creatives, manage briefs, and ensure the highest design standards across every project. Key Responsibilities • Lead the design and visualisation of packaging concepts, mock-ups and artwork, • Translate brand ideas into premium 3D visuals and prototypes, • Collaborate with internal teams and global clients to deliver creative solutions, • Manage and mentor junior designers and artworkers, • Oversee print and production processes, ensuring design feasibility and quality, • Present concepts confidently to clients and stakeholders, • Stay ahead of beauty and packaging trends, bringing fresh ideas into the studio About You • 5+ years’ experience in packaging, branding or design (ideally beauty or FMCG), • A portfolio that demonstrates conceptual thinking and flawless execution in both 2D and 3D, • Advanced skills in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and 3D visualisation tools (Cinema 4D or equivalent), • Strong understanding of print processes and materials, • A confident communicator, collaborator and creative leader Why You Will Love It You’ll join a globally recognised name in beauty, working on projects seen on shelves worldwide. The role offers variety, creative freedom and genuine opportunities to grow within a talented international design team. With a hand in every part of the process, you will really get to see your work come to life. If you’re a creative who thrives on turning ideas into beautiful, tangible results — this is your next move. About Us? At mustard, we don’t just recruit we connect people with careers that matter. As a certified B Corp, we’re committed to doing business the right way: balancing profit with purpose, and always putting people and the planet first. That means treating candidates with respect, being upfront about roles, and never wasting your time. With deep roots in the architecture and design sectors, we know what makes a practice tick and more importantly, what makes a role right for you. You’ll get honest advice, behind the scenes insight, and full support throughout the process. No fluff. No false promises. Just solid recruitment with a conscience. Ready to take your next step? Please get in touch with me, Eden Smith if this position sounds of interest. I am a consultant at mustard with a specialist approach to creative recruitment. For more info on this role or to chat about other options call mustard on either 07441 347 607 or 0117 929 6060. More roles can be found at and other snippets at don't forget we are a recruitment agency and not the end hirer. mustard is a creative recruitment consultancy and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply. Our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias and we welcome the opportunity to work with you. If you require any accommodations during the application process, please let us know. We appreciate the unique skills and experiences each candidate brings, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.