Global VM Graphic Design Assistant Manager ( 1 Year FTC)

About Charlotte Tilbury Beauty

Founded in 2013 by world‑renowned makeup artist and beauty entrepreneur Charlotte Tilbury CBE, Charlotte Tilbury Beauty has transformed the global beauty industry with one mission: to empower everyone, everywhere to look and feel like the most confident version of themselves. With our easy‑to‑use, easy‑to‑choose, easy‑to‑gift icons, we’ve become one of the most talked‑about beauty brands on the planet - and the magic is only growing.

Today, we’re a global beauty phenomenon, scaling at record speed across 50+ markets with over 3,000 Dream Team members bringing the Tilbury magic to life every single day. Across the world, our Retail Teams and Magic Offices work hand‑in‑hand to shape the Charlotte Tilbury experience - from the glamour of London and the style capitals of Europe, to the energy of the Americas, the vibrant beauty hubs of the Middle East and the fast‑growing innovation centres across APAC. Every region brings its own sparkle, culture and community, creating the unmistakable magic of Team Tilbury.

We’re bold. We’re disruptive. We’re powered by creativity, innovation and industry‑leading tech. And as we continue to break records across countries, channels and categories, we’re looking for extraordinary talent to join us.

About the role

The Global VM Graphic Design Assistant Manager is responsible for the creative concept development, design, production and global implementation of visual merchandising graphic assets across all retail environments. Working closely with the Global VM Lead Graphic Designer and Head of Operations, this role develops graphic concepts for campaign executions while managing the creation, maintenance and rollout of permanent plate planograms, campaign artwork and global graphic updates, ensuring consistency across all markets.

This role combines creative artwork, graphic design, project management and cross-functional collaboration to deliver best-in-class VM assets that reflect brand standards and commercial objectives. Acting as a key liaison between Creative, Marketing, Legal, Regulatory and Global VM teams, the role ensures all artwork is accurate, compliant, print-ready and delivered on schedule for global execution. This role is also responsible for maintaining the integrity of Global VM graphic assets, managing version control and supporting the continual evolution of permanent plate libraries and campaign guidelines.

As our Graphic Design Assistant Manager you will

• Support the Global VM Lead Graphic Designer in delivering high-quality visual merchandising graphic assets across permanent and campaign executions.
• Partner with the Global VM Lead Graphic Designer and Head of Operations to manage the global permanent plate programme, including implementation, maintenance, planogram creation and ongoing updates across all markets.
• Develop original graphic concepts and creative design solutions for global VM campaigns, translating campaign briefs into engaging retail graphics that align with brand identity.
• Originate campaign artwork from concept through to final execution, balancing creative innovation with commercial objectives, production requirements and global scalability.
• Own the artwork production process for permanent plate graphics, ensuring all files are accurate, print-ready and aligned with global brand standards.
• Create, maintain and update permanent plate planograms, ensuring consistency across all retail environments and supporting regional implementation.
• Project manage global graphic artwork updates from briefing through to final delivery, coordinating timelines with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Create original graphic concepts, develop creative assets and produce print-ready artwork for stores, counters, pop-ups and retail environments globally.
• Ensure all artwork adheres to brand guidelines, print specifications and production best practices.
• Manage version control and asset organisation for all Global VM graphic files, ensuring teams are working from the latest approved artwork.
• Create, maintain and continuously develop the Global VM image, artwork and copy libraries.
• Collate and manage approved copy from Marketing and Copy teams, ensuring all Global VM assets remain aligned with current brand messaging.
• Work closely with Legal and Regulatory teams to ensure all graphics and copy are compliant and market-ready before release.
• Collaborate with Global VM Managers to develop campaign guidelines and supporting visual assets for global launches.
• Liaise with Creative Agency, Global Marketing, NPD, Print Suppliers and cross-functional partners to deliver efficient and effective design solutions.
• Monitor project timelines, print deadlines and launch schedules, proactively managing priorities to ensure successful global rollouts.
• Identify opportunities to improve artwork processes, file management and workflow efficiencies across the Global VM function.
• Contribute creative thinking, graphic concept development and innovative design solutions that enhance the customer experience while maintaining brand consistency.

About you

• BA (Hons) in Graphic Design, Visual Communication or a related creative discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in graphic design, artwork or visual merchandising design within a luxury, beauty, fashion or premium retail environment.
• Proven ability to originate creative concepts and develop campaign artwork from initial brief through to final production.
• Strong portfolio showcasing concept development, graphic design and artwork execution across retail, visual merchandising or brand environments.
• Demonstrated experience producing complex print-ready artwork across multiple formats, from small POS to large-format retail graphics.
• Proven experience managing multiple creative projects simultaneously, balancing competing priorities and delivering to tight deadlines.
• Experience creating and maintaining planograms, retail graphics or visual merchandising assets would be highly advantageous.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Strong understanding of print production techniques, materials and artwork specifications.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills with the ability to manage artwork through multiple approval stages.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing consistently accurate work

Charlotte Tilbury is a fast‑paced, dynamic and ever‑evolving environment where agility, ambition and a passion for excellence help our teams thrive. We look for people who want to grow, innovate and be part of a truly global #DreamTeam.

While we outline the experience and skills we believe set candidates up for success, they’re a guide - not a barrier. If you can demonstrate the capabilities needed for the role, we’d love to hear from you, whether you have more or less experience than listed.

Why join us?

• Be a part of this values driven, high growth, magical journey with an ultimate vision to empower everyone, everywhere to be the best version of themselves
• We’re a hybrid model with flexibility, allowing you to work how best suits you
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with an additional day to celebrate your birthday
• Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents and carers throughout their parenting and caring journey
• Financial security and planning with our pension and life assurance for all
• Wellness and social benefits including Medicash, Employee Assist Programs and regular social connects with colleagues
• Bring your furry friend to work with you on our allocated dog friendly days and spaces
• And not to forget our generous product discount and gifting!

At Charlotte Tilbury Beauty, our mission is to empower everyone, everywhere, to feel like the most beautiful and confident version of themselves. We bring this to life by welcoming people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, identities, and perspectives into our global team. A workforce that reflects the world around us helps us better serve our communities, our customers, our colleagues, and every candidate who takes part in our recruitment process.

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