Visual Merchandising Intern

LVMH Fragrance Brands; Greater London; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

LVMH Fragrance Brands in London is seeking a Visual Merchandising Intern to support the VM Manager across the UK & Ireland. You will help translate luxury brand DNA into in-store experiences, combining creativity with a sharp retail mindset.

The role demands strong organisational skills, collaboration across teams, and proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel. A passion for beauty retail and fresh ideas for visual storytelling are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience in Visual Merchandising preferred.
• Knowledge of luxury perfumes and cosmetics market.
• Excellent communication skills and clear reporting style.
• Strong organisational abilities to track launches and plans.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel; Adobe Creative Suite and SketchUp a plus.

Responsibilities

• Trade & Retail Activation: support VM across multi-retailer environments.
• POSM & Project Management: assist in local POS material development and installations.
• Guidelines & Planograms: create VM guidelines and planograms for launches.
• Collaboration & Partnerships: work with internal teams and external partners.
• Creative Planning & Innovation: contribute fresh ideas for visual storytelling.
• VM Reviews & Competitor Analysis: conduct reviews and compile HQ reports.
• Logistics & Rollouts: coordinate ordering of POSM and testers for activations.
• Digital & Lightboxes: manage lightbox and digital screen materials.
• Field Execution & Support: respond to Area Manager queries and site visits.
• Operational Excellence: handle ad-hoc tasks and purchase orders.

Skills

Organisational Mastery

Creative Flair

Retail Mindset

Collaboration

Communication

PowerPoint

Excel

Adobe Creative Suite

SketchUp

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Adobe Creative Suite

SketchUp

Job description

POSITION

VISUAL MERCHANDISING INTERN

DEPARTMENT

VISUAL MERCHANDISING/MARKETING

LOCATION

LONDON

START DATE

JANUARY 2027

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

An exciting opportunity for a dynamic and creative individual to join our team! You will support the Visual Merchandising Manager in bringing our prestigious portfolio of LVMH Fragrance Brands to life across the UK & Ireland. We are looking for someone with a true passion for the customer journey and a sharp retail mindset - someone who loves thinking about how we can drive differentiation in-store, while keeping our luxury brand DNA at the core of everything we do. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to help shape unforgettable retail experiences, this role is for you.

Job Responsibilities

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Trade & Retail Activation: Support across diverse trade activities and multi-retailer environments, tailoring our VM strategy to drive impact across multiple channels and locations.
• POSM & Project Management: Assist in the development of local point of sale material with external suppliers-from initial briefing through to final installation-ensuring projects stay within budget and meet retailer specifications.
• Guidelines & Planograms: Create and communicate clear Visual Merchandising Guidelines and planograms for all launches and animations, engaging both internal and external teams for seamless execution.
• Collaboration & Partnerships: Work collaboratively with a wide network of internal teams and external partners to bring creative concepts to life.
• Creative Planning & Innovation: Bring your creative flair to the table! We love new ideas, out-of-the-box creative planning, and fresh approaches to visual storytelling.
• VM Reviews & Competitor Analysis: Conduct regular VM reviews (gathering both quantitative and qualitative feedback), monitor competitor activity and industry innovations, and build review reports for HQ.
• Logistics & Rollouts: Plan and coordinate the ordering of POSM and testers for all VM activity, rollouts, and new counter openings.
• Digital & Lightboxes: Manage lightbox and digital screen spreadsheets for all launches and review incoming artwork.
• Field Execution & Support: Respond to Area Manager queries, carry out regular field visits, and attend installations for key launches and new store openings.
• Operational Excellence: Handle general ad-hoc tasks and raise purchase orders with precision.

PROFILE

PERSON SPECIFICATION Role Specific Competencies Organisational Mastery: Exceptional organisational skills are an absolute must; you will be tracking numerous launch dates, retailer plans, and moving parts simultaneously. Creative Flair: A passion for fresh ideas, innovative retail design, and creative planning. Retail Mindset & Customer Focus: A deep love for the customer journey and understanding how to drive retail differentiation while respecting brand DNA. Collaboration Skills: Strong collaborative abilities, ensuring strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers. Communication: Excellent written and oral communication skills, with a clear, prompt, and concise reporting style. Technical Proficiencies: Proficient in PowerPoint and Excel; knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite and SketchUp is a strong plus. Profile Experience in Visual Merchandising preferred Knowledge of luxury Perfumes and Cosmetics Market Energetic self-motivator with a passion for luxury retail.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

REPORTS TO: VM MANAGER