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Art Director
JOB DESCRIPTION DAP is looking for an experienced and driven Art Director to lead our in-house creative services and growing studio team, translating strategic marketing goals into innovative creative strategies. This role is critical in developing and maintaining our DAP brand's artistic direction while supporting projects across video, photography, social-first content, digital marketing assets, packaging, sales collateral and more. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure all creative deliverables are aligned with brand objectives. This is a unique opportunity to lead a talented in-house creative team and liasoning with creative agencies, driving the creative process from concept to production while ensuring consistent, high-quality brand storytelling across all platforms. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Develop and implement creative strategies aligned with marketing goals and brand vision. Propose innovative ideas and concepts that elevate the brand's aesthetic and engage target audiences. Stay on top of industry trends, design technologies, and AI tools, introducing advancements into workflows. Creative Direction Lead the conceptualization and design of omni-channel projects, including videos, photography, social media content, in-store displays, packaging, and e-commerce assets. Ensure consistency in brand aesthetics and visual style across all touchpoints. Provide art direction for photoshoots and video production from pre-production through post-production. Team and Project Management Manage and mentor a team of designers and studio leads, fostering an environment of collaboration and growth. Effectively coordinate with Brand Strategists, Product Managers, and the Digital Marketing Team to align creative execution with business objectives. Presentation and Stakeholder Collaboration Present designs and creative concepts to internal stakeholders, gathering feedback and approvals. Partner with external creative agencies to extend creative resources as needed for larger campaigns. Requirements Bachelor's degree in graphic design, Marketing, Fine Arts, or a related field. 12+ years of experience in creative direction with an advertising agency, in-house marketing team, post-production house, or digital marketing agencies, preferably in B2C industries, and experience working with large-scale brands. Proven leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire, mentor, and challenge teams to deliver their best work. Proficient in Microsoft Office and relative project management and team collaboration software. Advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills, proficient in all applicable software. A portfolio with relevant work experience and examples required with resume. Skills and qualifications: Exceptional conceptual design skills with a knack for blending creativity with functionality. Minimum 7 years of experience in the relevant field. A proven track record of directing successful campaigns for omni-channel marketing efforts. Experience implementing automation or AI advancements within creative workflows. Passion for storytelling and delivering fresh ideas that resonate with diverse audiences. Advanced knowledge of design principles, typography, and brand development. Hands-on experience in design working with Adobe Creative Suite. Excellent time management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Adept at managing production budgets and schedules, ensuring efficient allocation of resources. A collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills to clearly convey creative direction and brand messaging across teams and vendors. Leadership Traits Technical Understanding & Business Acumen: Knows the business and the mission-critical technical and functional skills to perform the job at a high level. Understands various types of business propositions and how the business operates. Learn new methods and technologies easily. Learning Agility: Learns quickly when facing new problems. Is a relentless and versatile learner and is open to change. Enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks and can quickly discern the underlying structure of anything. Strategic Agility: See ahead clearly and can anticipate future consequences and trends. Is future oriented and offers broad knowledge and perspective. Can scenario plan possibilities and outcomes. Leadership: Provides the essential critical thinking to determine the necessary approaches to get things done. Offers good judgement about which creative ideas and suggestions will work; can facilitate effective brainstorming, can project how potential ideas could play out in the marketplace. Create New & Different: Ability to recognize the next great breakthrough. Is creative, a visionary, and can create and bring exciting ideas to market. Action Oriented: Enjoys working hard and is full of energy, steadfastly pushing self and other for results. Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully and is consistently a top performer. Effective project management skills Excellent communication skills to all levels of the organization. Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Is clear, concise and persuasive. Experience creating and presenting business proposals, handling objections and overcoming obstacles Strong attention to detail; strong multi-tasking ability as well as ability to manage deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment Self-motivated and proactive individual who strives for excellence and continuous improvement. Cross functional leadership and teamwork. Self-confident, verbalizes problem solving skills, demonstrates initiative, manages and motivates team. Integrity and Trust: Is widely trusted, is seen as direct, truthful and can make a case in an appropriate and helpful manner. Must have a can-do attitude and the desire to go above and beyond in all you do! Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Company Provided Life Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Company-paid short-term and long-term disability 401(k) plans Employer-funded pension plan Tuition Reimbursement Pay Range $100,000 to $140,000 per year. About DAP DAP is a market leading manufacturer, innovator and marketer of home repair and construction products including caulks, sealants, spray foam insulation, adhesives, and patch and repair products. DAP is part of RPM International Inc., a $7.3 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services. You will find DAP products in the hands of professional painters, remodelers, builders, and do-it-yourselfers, and in 60,000 retail outlets, ranging from home centers and mass merchandisers to your local hardware, pro contractor channels and paint stores. DAP's eight manufacturing and distribution facilities in the United States of America and Canada service North America and the world. At DAP, we hire the best people and give them a collaborative and rewarding work environment that empowers them to succeed! We support associates in continuous professional growth and collaborate on the steps it takes to get to the next level in their careers. Our associates enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, pension, paid parental leave, competitive health insurance rates, employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, free wellness programs that support a good work life balance and more! Learn more about DAP's history, culture and benefits at www.dap.com/careers/ Celebrating 160 Years of Legacy & Leadership - DAP Global Inc.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posted: 2025-10-09 07:09:16 -
Art Director
JOB DESCRIPTION DAP is looking for an experienced and driven Art Director to lead our in-house creative services and growing studio team, translating strategic marketing goals into innovative creative strategies. This role is critical in developing and maintaining our DAP brand's artistic direction while supporting projects across video, photography, social-first content, digital marketing assets, packaging, sales collateral and more. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure all creative deliverables are aligned with brand objectives. This is a unique opportunity to lead a talented in-house creative team and liasoning with creative agencies, driving the creative process from concept to production while ensuring consistent, high-quality brand storytelling across all platforms. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Develop and implement creative strategies aligned with marketing goals and brand vision. Propose innovative ideas and concepts that elevate the brand's aesthetic and engage target audiences. Stay on top of industry trends, design technologies, and AI tools, introducing advancements into workflows. Creative Direction Lead the conceptualization and design of omni-channel projects, including videos, photography, social media content, in-store displays, packaging, and e-commerce assets. Ensure consistency in brand aesthetics and visual style across all touchpoints. Provide art direction for photoshoots and video production from pre-production through post-production. Team and Project Management Manage and mentor a team of designers and studio leads, fostering an environment of collaboration and growth. Effectively coordinate with Brand Strategists, Product Managers, and the Digital Marketing Team to align creative execution with business objectives. Presentation and Stakeholder Collaboration Present designs and creative concepts to internal stakeholders, gathering feedback and approvals. Partner with external creative agencies to extend creative resources as needed for larger campaigns. Requirements Bachelor's degree in graphic design, Marketing, Fine Arts, or a related field. 12+ years of experience in creative direction with an advertising agency, in-house marketing team, post-production house, or digital marketing agencies, preferably in B2C industries, and experience working with large-scale brands. Proven leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire, mentor, and challenge teams to deliver their best work. Proficient in Microsoft Office and relative project management and team collaboration software. Advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills, proficient in all applicable software. A portfolio with relevant work experience and examples required with resume. Skills and qualifications: Exceptional conceptual design skills with a knack for blending creativity with functionality. Minimum 7 years of experience in the relevant field. A proven track record of directing successful campaigns for omni-channel marketing efforts. Experience implementing automation or AI advancements within creative workflows. Passion for storytelling and delivering fresh ideas that resonate with diverse audiences. Advanced knowledge of design principles, typography, and brand development. Hands-on experience in design working with Adobe Creative Suite. Excellent time management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Adept at managing production budgets and schedules, ensuring efficient allocation of resources. A collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills to clearly convey creative direction and brand messaging across teams and vendors. Leadership Traits Technical Understanding & Business Acumen: Knows the business and the mission-critical technical and functional skills to perform the job at a high level. Understands various types of business propositions and how the business operates. Learn new methods and technologies easily. Learning Agility: Learns quickly when facing new problems. Is a relentless and versatile learner and is open to change. Enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks and can quickly discern the underlying structure of anything. Strategic Agility: See ahead clearly and can anticipate future consequences and trends. Is future oriented and offers broad knowledge and perspective. Can scenario plan possibilities and outcomes. Leadership: Provides the essential critical thinking to determine the necessary approaches to get things done. Offers good judgement about which creative ideas and suggestions will work; can facilitate effective brainstorming, can project how potential ideas could play out in the marketplace. Create New & Different: Ability to recognize the next great breakthrough. Is creative, a visionary, and can create and bring exciting ideas to market. Action Oriented: Enjoys working hard and is full of energy, steadfastly pushing self and other for results. Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully and is consistently a top performer. Effective project management skills Excellent communication skills to all levels of the organization. Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Is clear, concise and persuasive. Experience creating and presenting business proposals, handling objections and overcoming obstacles Strong attention to detail; strong multi-tasking ability as well as ability to manage deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment Self-motivated and proactive individual who strives for excellence and continuous improvement. Cross functional leadership and teamwork. Self-confident, verbalizes problem solving skills, demonstrates initiative, manages and motivates team. Integrity and Trust: Is widely trusted, is seen as direct, truthful and can make a case in an appropriate and helpful manner. Must have a can-do attitude and the desire to go above and beyond in all you do! Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Company Provided Life Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Company-paid short-term and long-term disability 401(k) plans Employer-funded pension plan Tuition Reimbursement Pay Range $100,000 to $140,000 per year. About DAP DAP is a market leading manufacturer, innovator and marketer of home repair and construction products including caulks, sealants, spray foam insulation, adhesives, and patch and repair products. DAP is part of RPM International Inc., a $7.3 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services. You will find DAP products in the hands of professional painters, remodelers, builders, and do-it-yourselfers, and in 60,000 retail outlets, ranging from home centers and mass merchandisers to your local hardware, pro contractor channels and paint stores. DAP's eight manufacturing and distribution facilities in the United States of America and Canada service North America and the world. At DAP, we hire the best people and give them a collaborative and rewarding work environment that empowers them to succeed! We support associates in continuous professional growth and collaborate on the steps it takes to get to the next level in their careers. Our associates enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, pension, paid parental leave, competitive health insurance rates, employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, free wellness programs that support a good work life balance and more! Learn more about DAP's history, culture and benefits at www.dap.com/careers/ Celebrating 160 Years of Legacy & Leadership - DAP Global Inc.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posted: 2025-10-09 07:08:43 -
Principal Software Engineer
Job Description: Our client, a global banking firm based in London, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their product engineering team. This is a unique opportunity to lead high-impact projects, drive technical strategy, and mentor the next generation of engineering talent, all while working with cutting-edge cloud technologies and scalable data systems. Essential Skills/Experience: Expertise in cloud-native solutions and modern programming languages such as Python, Java, Go, Rust, JavaScript, React, and SQL. Advanced knowledge of containers (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, Azure). Experience with event streaming platforms like Kafka. Proven experience designing, building, and supporting large-scale distributed systems and data processing platforms in production. Strong computer science foundation, including data structures, algorithms, software design, and design patterns. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation. Master's degree or PhD in computer science or related field desirable. Professional cloud certifications (e.g., GCP Cloud Architect, Cloud Developer, Professional Data Engineer) advantageous. Core Responsibilities: Lead the end-to-end design, implementation, and delivery of highly scalable, resilient, and low-latency systems. Collaborate with engineering leaders, product managers, and architects to define and execute the technical roadmap. Drive engineering best practices, ensuring secure, high-quality, and maintainable software. Mentor and coach engineers, fostering professional growth and innovation. Identify opportunities to automate processes and eliminate recurring issues. Deliver solutions that can be leveraged across multiple teams and business areas. Influence technical strategy and have cross-functional impact across the organisation. Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy. Job reference: 16205 To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes. By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy. Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: London, England Start: ASAP Posted: 2025-10-08 09:24:19 -
Risk Officer
Job Description: Our client is looking for an experienced individual to join their growing front office team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a successful financial services environment with a focus on risk and compliance around Suitability. The role can be based out of Edinburgh or London. Skills/Experience: Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience Experience within a investment management/wealth/banking Strong knowledge of FCA Suitability requirements and conduct of business rules Understanding of discretionary portfolio management and wealth planning services Relevant industry or compliance qualification (e.g. CISI, CFA, ICA or equivalent) Strong communication, influencing and presentation skills Client-focused, with the ability to challenge and collaborate effectively with investment professionals Highly organised, detail-oriented, and motivated Core Responsibilities: Support the design and ongoing development of monitoring processes to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and group standards Undertake regular monitoring activity, with a strong focus on suitability within discretionary management and wealth planning (e.g. retirement planning, inheritance tax planning) Produce and enhance MI and KPIs to evidence competence, policy adherence, and positive client outcomes Assist with resolving breaches of client mandates and escalating where appropriate Prepare periodic reports for Boards and Committees Act as a key contact for Suitability queries, providing guidance and training across the front office Collaborate effectively with Risk & Compliance and other control functions, sharing best practice and driving efficiencies Contribute to the delivery of key initiatives, including improved use of data and automation to strengthen monitoring processes Benefits: A highly competitive salary Wider Benefits package Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy. Job reference: 16206 To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes. By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy. Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland. INDPERM ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: London, England Start: ASAP Posted: 2025-10-08 08:39:27