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Are you ready to join a growing team that puts a premium on productivity and has an award-winning culture centered around transforming talented employees into effective business leaders? Then BHG Financial is the place for you. 

In 2001, we started with an idea, an opportunity, and $25,000. Back then, our focus was strictly 
on serving those in the medical industry. With healthcare in our heritage, we soon expanded 
to serve high-earning professionals in many 
other industries, providing all with leading-edge financial solutions, including our extensive network of community banks.

Today, BHG Financial has firmly established 
its legacy as a leader in the financial services space. Founded on the philosophy of a better way to borrow, we are dedicated to helping accomplished professionals, small businesses, and institutions build upon their success through innovative financial solutions, a hassle-free process, and personalized concierge service.

Our relentless commitment to the success of our customers is part of what has made BHG Financial thrive. We take a 360-degree view of our customers to tailor the best solutions for their financial aspirations. Today's professionals have multiple sources of income, not just their paycheck. Therefore, it is essential to factor those in when making responsible lending decisions. Our continued focus on data, analytics, and proprietary modeling has enabled faster funding for our customers.  

From business to personal loans to relationships with community banks, the country’s top professionals and business owners rely on us for our exceptional financial solutions and concierge service to continue their success and legacy.    

We are looking for an experienced and creative Graphic Designer to join our Institutional Strategic Marketing team. This team supports the institutional relationship team, which collaborates closely with our community banking partners and associations. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting the visual identity of our brand and will collaborate closely with team members to develop engaging designs. You will work in a collaborative environment, brainstorming with the team to create compelling visual concepts that align with marketing strategies and business goals.

• Design Execution: Create and refine visually compelling designs across various platforms, including digital, print, social media, and email campaigns.
• Concepting & Brainstorming: Collaborate with the strategic marketing team during the concepting and brainstorming phase to generate creative ideas that align with our objectives.
• Brand Consistency: Ensure all designs adhere to brand guidelines, maintaining visual consistency while enhancing our brand presence.
• Project Management: Oversee design projects from concept through execution, managing deadlines and ensuring high-quality output.
• Email Design: Design engaging email templates with an emphasis on user experience and effective communication.
• Tool Proficiency: Expert in Canva and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) for creating polished, professional visual assets.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive design solutions.

• Experience: 2+ years of professional experience in graphic design, with a portfolio showcasing work across digital, print, and email platforms.
• Skills: Strong proficiency Adobe Creative Suite and experience in Canva. Basic knowledge of HTML for email design and web assets is a plus.
• Team Player: Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, actively participating in team brainstorming and creative development sessions.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to articulate design concepts and collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Must be able to commute to Syracuse, NY office

• Experience in motion graphics or video editing tools is a plus.
• Familiarity with UX/UI design and email marketing tools (e.g., Salesforce Marketing Cloud, HubSpot).

Life at BHG Financial

At BHG Financial, we work hard and aren’t afraid to take risks. Since the beginning, our core values of PMA (positive mental attitude), team player, and loyalty have been the driving force behind every interaction we have between each other and our customers. We have a healthy respect for the daily grind, yet we value work/life balance. We believe that all employees should have the opportunity to lead and that good ideas can come from anyone. From the top down, our leaders are actively involved not only in strategic oversight and running the business, but also in the well-being and growth of all employees. We consider people our #1 asset, and help employees realize their full potential, set and exceed their goals, and explore new opportunities for personal and professional development.

Why You Should Join BHG Financial

We strive to offer amenities, opportunities, events, and programming that support the interests of our teams, while furthering the culture that makes us Great Place to Work® certified. Some of the benefits you can expect when you join BHG Financial include:

•Medical/Rx/Dental/Vision coverage for employees and their eligible family members

•Competitive PTO and vacation policies

•1 Friday off each month for Wellness Weekends

•Company 401(k) plan with employer contributions after one year

•Company-sponsored training and certification opportunities

•Quarterly award ceremonies where top achievers are celebrated and receive additional bonuses

•Ongoing volunteer opportunities to give back to the community through our BHG Cares program

If you’re ready for a career where you can exercise your passions, be surrounded by co-workers who are relentlessly committed to service, and have a team-player mindset, apply today!

BHG Financial is committed to equal treatment and opportunity in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to gender, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law. BHG Financial is an equal opportunity employer; committed to a community of inclusion, and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.