Design Lead, B-Hive

BOOTS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-known beauty company is looking for a Lead Designer to deliver top-notch creative across digital and print media. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Graphic Design and extensive experience in creating strategic concepts. This role demands excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects while meeting tight deadlines. Join a team that values diversity and creativity in the heart of the beauty industry.

Benefits

Retirement Savings Plan

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay

Discretionary annual bonus

Generous discounts

Flexible benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio of work in a variety of media.
• Experience working from brief to high-level concepts.
• Expertise in presenting creative ideas to clients.

Responsibilities

• Deliver design collateral for digital, print, and instore.
• Ensure all creative meets brand standards.
• Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Creative thinking

Design skills

Problem solving

Art direction

Time management

Education

Degree in Graphic Design or relevant subject

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

After Effects

Premiere Pro

Job description

Location

Nottingham/London

Hours

Part time - 3 days

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 recognizable 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.

The Lead Designer is responsible for delivering world class concepts and creative across a variety of media. You'll set the tone for how our brands and retail business show up and you're able to confidently articulate why.

This role also requires the ability to work to strict deadlines whilst under pressure.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver best‑in‑class design collateral for various needs such as digital, print, instore, image retouching and new concept development work
• Ensure that all creative and artwork meets the brief, is on brand and produced to the highest standard
• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the beauty market, industry trends and our brands
• Demonstrate excellent problem‑solving skills and a highly creative approach to briefs
• Juggle numerous projects as part of a busy in‑house agency

What you'll need to have

• A degree in Graphic Design or relevant subject and a strong portfolio of work in a variety of media, but you are primarily a digital first designer
• Demonstrate that you are a creative thinker who can use strong design and art direction skills to bring their concepts to life.
• Experience working with strategists or strategic work that acts as a springboard for your creative.
• Experience presenting across the business at all levels
• Experience working from carte blanche position, comfortable delivering from brief to high level concept work across packaging, print, digital, media etc.
• Can work independently or as part of a team to solve a brief
• Expert use of Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Photoshop & Illustrator
• Experience as a line manager or nurturing junior members of a design team
• Experience having created strategic pitches for creative work and experience presenting this work to clients and key business stakeholders.

It would be great if you also have

• Experience in the beauty or similar industry
• Strong art direction experience, having worked on photo & video shoots
• Knowledge of production methods and cost implications
• Experience using After Effects and Premiere Pro

Who we are

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 option to buy additional holiday, 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. Exclusions may apply, eligible roles only. 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

Your application will be reviewed by the recruitment team. 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.

We are a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case‑by‑case basis.