Assistant Brand Manager (Domestos)

Manpower; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency is seeking an interim Assistant Brand Manager for a global FMCG client. The role involves driving brand innovation and executing marketing strategies in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates should have relevant FMCG experience and strong analytical skills. Location is Blackfriars, with a mix of remote and onsite working arrangements, offering competitive compensation up to £48,000 per annum pro-rata.

Benefits

Discounted products from staff shop

Free tea & coffee

On-site deli and restaurant

Gym access (subscription required)

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG preferred.
• Innovation experience at a global level is an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively with change and complexity.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of brand initiatives and innovations.
• Support new format development for market disruption.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for project success.

Skills

Previous experience in a similar role

Experience developing brand plans

Strong analytical skills

Digital savvy

Project management skills

Ability to collaborate

Job description

Manpower is currently seeking an interim Assistant Brand Manager (Domestos) to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple. This role will become an integral part of their fast‑paced FMCG environment.

Location: Blackfriars on London's Victoria Embankment, just a short walk from Blackfriars tube.

Duration: 6 months temporary role requiring 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation: up to £48,000 per annum pro‑rata, depending on experience. Work arrangement: mix of remote and onsite.

About the Role

Domestos is Unilever's leading toilet brand and one of the fastest growing brands in the Cleaning Category. It is sold in over 65 countries. The brand focuses on germ‑kill performance and cleaning inside the toilet and around the bathroom.

With a strong innovation agenda, the role will drive category disruption with foam and toilet block formats, providing high cleaning performance and an ultra‑sensory experience to consumers. The portfolio offers the highest potential growth for Domestos and may become the next big bet for Home Care.

Responsibilities include leading development and execution of brand and innovation initiatives on core and future toilet maintenance platforms, elevating the brand through marketing strategies and communication for respective projects.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead the development of insight‑driven innovations and renovation to drive long‑term brand and business growth
• Support the development of new formats to bring disruption and capture future trends
• Build robust business case and manage innovation through Innoflex; translate opportunity into trade story and brand plans; develop clear briefs on packaging and communication to create engaging campaigns
• Collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams to deliver project objectives within deadlines
• Support Line Manager in driving market development and implementing global brand strategy
• Manage key operational activities
• Close collaborations with clusters and local teams for key lead markets

Key Responsibilities

• Previous experience in a similar role, preferably within FMCG
• Experience developing brand plans and creating communication and campaigns
• Innovation experience and portfolio management at a global level is preferred
• Passion for understanding consumers, finding insight and turning it into disruptive solutions
• Strong analytical skill and project management skill
• Digital savvy
• Ability to collaborate and influence teams across functions and geographies with different priorities and agendas
• Ability to stay agile, positive and work effectively with change and complexity
• Own entrepreneurial mindset, business acumen, can‑do spirit and ability to hold accountability

Additional Information: Blackfriars Working Environment

• Iconic location on the Victoria Embankment, modern working environment
• Short walk from Blackfriars station
• Staff shop discounted products
• Free tea & coffee facilities
• On‑site deli and a restaurant open for breakfast and lunch
• Gym available for use; subscription required