Graphic Designer (One-Year Fixed-Term) - SMARTLY

Position :    Graphic Designer

Location :    Wellington, or ability to commute to Wellington at least twice a week.

Security Requirements : NZ Citizens and Residents Only

Full-Time, Hybrid, 1-Year Fixed-Term Position starting January 2026.

A Bit about Smartly, a Datacom Company

We exist to make it simpler for Kiwi businesses to look after their people. We’re known as the simple way to sort your payroll for over 20,000 businesses. Our slick software combined with our awesome support team help businesses pay their people on time, accurately and in line with legislation. As a fast-growing FinTech expanding into adjacent markets, Smartly offers a fast paced, fun work environment with great opportunities for personal and professional development.

What Does the Job Involve?

The Graphic Designer plays a key role in bringing Smartly's brand to life across internal and external touchpoints. Sitting within the Product team and working closely with Marketing, this role is responsible for the design and delivery of consistent, high-quality visual communications that support brand, campaign, event, and sales initiatives. From digital campaigns to experiential design, the Graphic Designer ensures that every brand execution reflects the brand’s identity and delivers impact. The role requires a strong eye for detail, design craft, and the ability to work independently at pace.

We like to bring people together in person when we can, but we are mindful of the benefits of working from home for work / life balance. We therefore leave it to you and the team you join to figure out what works best!

What We’re Looking For

• 4+ years of experience in an agency or in-house design role.
• SaaS or tech industry experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Figma, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong foundation in brand design, with the ability to follow and extend brand guidelines.
• Demonstrated experience across print, digital, and experiential formats.
• Skilled in typography, layout, and visual storytelling.
• Able to work independently, juggle multiple projects, and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Comfortable presenting and defending design decisions to varied stakeholders.
• Bonus : Strong narrative thinking and writing skills to support campaign messaging and storytelling.
• Bonus : Experience with motion graphics or basic video editing.

What You'll Get