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Senior Art Director

Havas Lynx
Manchester
2 weeks ago
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Are you passionate about creating advertising that not only informs but also transforms lives within the healthcare sector?


At Havas Lynx, a global advertising agency at the forefront of healthcare communications, we combine unmatched creativity, extensive expertise, and a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical and healthcare field. Our communications resonate deeply with audiences and adhere to the highest standards of healthcare advertising.


Committed to driving meaningful change—a change built on a foundation of rich experience, inspired by innovation, and confirmed through our proven track record—we work in close partnership with healthcare professionals, patients, carers, and leading pharmaceutical brands to navigate the complex challenges of today's healthcare landscape. Our approach blends strategic insights and deep scientific acumen with cutting-edge creativity and digital innovation, crafting campaigns and solutions that significantly improve people's lives.


We’re proud to be recognised as the 2025 UK’s top healthcare and innovation agency at Cannes, where we’ve earned 2 Silver Lions, 1 Bronze Lion, and 6 shortlists - a testament to our creative excellence and impact. Our work has also been honoured with Gold and Silver at the Clio Health Awards, and we’ve taken home 5 coveted D&AD Pencils, celebrating our commitment to craft and innovation.


We’re a team of over 400+ people in Manchester and London, with a history spanning over 35 years and an ever-evolving future. You can get a feel for the #LYNXLife through our YouTube #LYNXLife playlist, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.


Everything this company achieves—every life it saves, every penny it makes, every policy it changes, every award it wins—is down to everyone who works here.


Please note that this role is based in Manchester, and our current hybrid working arrangement requires office attendance on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.


Summary of our role


We’re on the lookout for a Senior Art Director to join our award-winning creative team. You’ll be responsible for delivering bold, intelligent, and visually compelling work that not only meets but exceeds client expectations. You’ll play a key role in shaping creative direction, mentoring junior talent, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in healthcare communications.


What you can expect to be doing:


  • Leading the visual direction of multi-format campaigns across print, digital, and social platforms.
  • Collaborating with copywriters and strategists to develop original, insight-driven concepts.
  • Managing your own projects and accounts, ensuring timely, high-quality delivery within budget.
  • Providing creative direction during shoots and production, working closely with external partners.
  • Mentoring junior creatives and supporting their development through feedback and guidance.
  • Presenting ideas confidently to clients and internal teams, backed by strong storytelling and rationale.
  • Staying ahead of industry trends and proactively applying new thinking to your work.
  • Championing effectiveness and helping turn great work into award-winning submissions.


This role could be a great fit for you if:


  • You’re a visual storyteller with an award-winning portfolio that demonstrates conceptual thinking and craft excellence.
  • You thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are comfortable leading projects from ideation to execution.
  • You have a deep understanding of design principles, typography, UX/UI, and visual communication.
  • You’re passionate about mentoring others and fostering a positive, creative culture.
  • You’re commercially aware, strategically minded, and always looking for ways to elevate the work.
  • You’re curious, open to feedback, and committed to continuous learning and improvement.


What you can expect from us


A supportive and challenging environment in which you will have the opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact that matters. We put a huge investment into #LYNXLife and our #LXAcademy internal programmes. It’s a unique initiative that aims to reward hard work, reduce pressures, and ensure that we can all enjoy our time at Lynx. Our strategy is to build capabilities internally and inspire the best talent, so we can continue to deliver on our mission.


You can also expect a whole host of benefits, including:


  • Hybrid Working – 3 days in the office (flexible working options are available for in-office days)
  • Starting holiday allowance of 28 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, with increasing allowance connected to length of service
  • Option to buy, carry or sell holidays
  • Early Friday finish throughout the year
  • Seasonal working hours
  • Enhanced family leave, pay and return to work benefit scheme
  • Extensive L&D support
  • Sabbatical opportunities
  • Season ticket interest free loans for travel
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Life insurance (4x salary)
  • Company pension scheme
  • Fully compensated company events
  • Volunteer days
  • Wellbeing programme including sports clubs, discounted gym memberships, free onsite flu vaccinations, extended lunch breaks on Wellness Wednesdays and much more
  • +Medicash healthcare benefit
  • 24/7 access to a free, confidential and independent Employee Assistance Programme


Get in touch to find out how we can make an impact that matters together.

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