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Creative Design Lead

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Job Description:

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.

Job Responsibility:

  • 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

Requirements:

  • 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

Nice to 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
What we offer:
  • 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

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 09, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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