Creative Design Lead, The B-Hive
Southbank, London
Full-time
Secondment
Closing Date: 31st December
Location: Nottingham or London
Contract: 12 month secondment
Recruitment Partner: Frankie McCallister-Lyas
About the role:
The B-Hive is an in-house creative agency bringing to life the creative needs of some of the most recognisable brands in the beauty industry including No7, Soap & Glory, Liz Earle and Boots own brand.
We combine the capability of an external creative and production team, with the speed, flexibility, and in-depth brand knowledge of an in-house set-up, underpinned by years of experience dedicated to Boots and No7 Beauty Company.
We are looking for an experienced and talented Campaign and Content Copy Lead to join our creative team. The ideal candidate will have a flair for language, a deep understanding of brand voice, and the ability to create compelling and persuasive campaign ideas to run across multiple platforms. This position requires someone who is both strategic and imaginative, with the skill to translate marketing objectives into big ideas.
Key Responsibilities:
• To think in terms of big ideas that can scale and live beyond the execution.
Develop persuasive ideas and design execution for a variety of advertising channels, including digital ads, print media, social media, email campaigns, and more.
• Collaborate with copywriters, graphic designers, and marketing strategists to create cohesive and impactful campaigns.
• Understand client briefs and marketing goals to tailor content that aligns with brand identity and objectives.
• Steer and evaluate the visual direction on multiple projects to ensure high standards and consistency in design direction.
• Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities to create relevant and fresh design styling.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Present design and art direction concepts and final deliverables to the internal team or clients when necessary and participate in feedback sessions.
What you’ll need to have:
• Bachelor's degree in Design, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience as a designer in an advertising or marketing setting (agency or in-house) with a portfolio of published work.
• A keen eye for detail and strong research capabilities.
• Ability to adapt design style to different audiences and platforms.
• Strong collaborative spirit and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Creativity and an ability to think in ways that unlock the unexpected.
• To work actively to craft the design direction and strategic foundations in response to briefs managed through B-Hive
• Act as a source of inspiration and guidance for B-Hive teams
• Take a lead, alongside the Copy Lead, as a creative mouthpiece for B-Hive - actively participating, presenting, or advocating for the creative work of B-Hive
• Support with the strategic planning of creative projects
It would be great if you also have:
• Experience in the beauty or similar industry
• Experience having created strategic pitches for work
• An understanding of AI and how and when it should be used
• Experience working in an agency juggling multiple briefs and clients
About No7 Beauty Company:
No7 Beauty Company is made up of five iconic brands - No7, Liz Earle, Soap & Glory, Botanics and Sleek MakeUP. We believe in creating the best in beauty for everyone - we’re innovators with a passion for challenging perceptions with ground-breaking products, proven results and positive impact.
We have built a reputation on scientific innovation, whilst being environmentally sustainable and socially responsible. We are an equal opportunity employer, empowering our team members to be their authentic selves as we share a culture where diversity, equity and inclusion are at the centre of everything we do.
Our benefits:
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Generous discount on our own brands and partner businesses
• Flexible benefits scheme including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and much more.
We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you - go to no7company.jobs/working-here to find out more.
(Please note, any salary estimates given on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by No7 Beauty Company and may not be accurate)
What’s next:
If your application is successful, our in-house recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an interview and to answer any initial questions you have. If you have not been successful on this occasion, you’ll be notified by email.
Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.
Location: Nottingham or London
Contract: 12 month secondment
Recruitment Partner: Frankie McCallister-Lyas
About the role:
The B-Hive is an in-house creative agency bringing to life the creative needs of some of the most recognisable brands in the beauty industry including No7, Soap & Glory, Liz Earle and Boots own brand.
We combine the capability of an external creative and production team, with the speed, flexibility, and in-depth brand knowledge of an in-house set-up, underpinned by years of experience dedicated to Boots and No7 Beauty Company.
We are looking for an experienced and talented Campaign and Content Copy Lead to join our creative team. The ideal candidate will have a flair for language, a deep understanding of brand voice, and the ability to create compelling and persuasive campaign ideas to run across multiple platforms. This position requires someone who is both strategic and imaginative, with the skill to translate marketing objectives into big ideas.
Key Responsibilities:
• To think in terms of big ideas that can scale and live beyond the execution.
Develop persuasive ideas and design execution for a variety of advertising channels, including digital ads, print media, social media, email campaigns, and more.
• Collaborate with copywriters, graphic designers, and marketing strategists to create cohesive and impactful campaigns.
• Understand client briefs and marketing goals to tailor content that aligns with brand identity and objectives.
• Steer and evaluate the visual direction on multiple projects to ensure high standards and consistency in design direction.
• Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities to create relevant and fresh design styling.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Present design and art direction concepts and final deliverables to the internal team or clients when necessary and participate in feedback sessions.
What you’ll need to have:
• Bachelor's degree in Design, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience as a designer in an advertising or marketing setting (agency or in-house) with a portfolio of published work.
• A keen eye for detail and strong research capabilities.
• Ability to adapt design style to different audiences and platforms.
• Strong collaborative spirit and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Creativity and an ability to think in ways that unlock the unexpected.
• To work actively to craft the design direction and strategic foundations in response to briefs managed through B-Hive
• Act as a source of inspiration and guidance for B-Hive teams
• Take a lead, alongside the Copy Lead, as a creative mouthpiece for B-Hive - actively participating, presenting, or advocating for the creative work of B-Hive
• Support with the strategic planning of creative projects
It would be great if you also have:
• Experience in the beauty or similar industry
• Experience having created strategic pitches for work
• An understanding of AI and how and when it should be used
• Experience working in an agency juggling multiple briefs and clients
About No7 Beauty Company:
No7 Beauty Company is made up of five iconic brands - No7, Liz Earle, Soap & Glory, Botanics and Sleek MakeUP. We believe in creating the best in beauty for everyone - we’re innovators with a passion for challenging perceptions with ground-breaking products, proven results and positive impact.
We have built a reputation on scientific innovation, whilst being environmentally sustainable and socially responsible. We are an equal opportunity employer, empowering our team members to be their authentic selves as we share a culture where diversity, equity and inclusion are at the centre of everything we do.
Our benefits:
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Generous discount on our own brands and partner businesses
• Flexible benefits scheme including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and much more.
We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you - go to no7company.jobs/working-here to find out more.
(Please note, any salary estimates given on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by No7 Beauty Company and may not be accurate)
What’s next:
If your application is successful, our in-house recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an interview and to answer any initial questions you have. If you have not been successful on this occasion, you’ll be notified by email.
Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.
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