Product Development & Licensing Lead

Creative Artists Agency; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Artists Agency in London seeks a Brand Management professional to support licensed products and manage brand development across categories such as toys, apparel and consumer goods.

You will ensure alignment with brand guidelines, process licensee submissions, and collaborate with licensors, clients and licensees to bring products to market. Strong communication and multi-project coordination are essential.

Qualifications

• Prior experience with licensed products or brand management.
• Understanding of product development timelines and consumer product categories.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork and proactive attitude.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of automotive and gaming brands (e.g., Minecraft & Porsche).

Responsibilities

• Provide product development and approvals support for the Product Development (PD) Team for specific brands across multiple categories (e.g. toys, F&B, apparel).
• Ensure brand guidelines are followed across product ranges and marketing.
• Process licensee submissions within 48 hours via approval systems or email.
• Manage submissions on Brand Comply & Media Box platforms.
• Train licensees on approval platform systems.
• Collaborate with teams to support licensors, clients, and licensees.
• Provide access to creative assets for product development.
• Manage style and brand guidelines.
• Lead creative kick-offs/new licensee onboarding meetings where applicable.
• Communicate brand identity and goals confidently to licensors.
• Address challenges in approvals to achieve results for licensors/clients.

Skills

Brand management

Licensed products

Product development timelines

Multi-project management

Communications skills

Negotiation skills

Automotive & gaming brands

Job description

Creative Artists Agency in London seeks a Brand Management professional to support licensed products and manage brand development across categories such as toys, apparel and consumer goods.

You will ensure alignment with brand guidelines, process licensee submissions, and collaborate with licensors, clients and licensees to bring products to market. Strong communication and multi-project coordination are essential.