Marketing Assistant - Skincare

Skincare Marketing Assistant (13-month Internship)

WIMBLEDON, COTY UKI

July 2026

BACKGROUND TO THE ROLE

We’re Coty, a global leader in beauty. We’re #1 in the world for Fragrance and #3 in the world in Colour Cosmetics with a portfolio of brands that have been known and loved for generations. Our iconic portfolio of more than 77 brands are sold in over 150 countries around the world. We believe in beauty with a purpose and brands that inspire, no matter where they are in the world. We have some of the most well-known brands in the categories of Fragrances, Colour Cosmetics and Skin & Body Care including Gucci, Chloé, Calvin Klein, Burberry, Marc Jacobs, Sally Hansen, philosophy, Lancaster, Adidas, Rimmel, Max Factor, COVERGIRL and the list goes on and on! Coty is committed to building a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve. Hiring people with different backgrounds and experiences helps us build better products, better serve our users, and build a diverse and inclusive workplace.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Prestige Marketing team, supporting the Brand Manager in developing, implementing and analyzing marketing activity in the UK&I Market. This opportunity offers a great deal of exposure and insight giving valuable experience to work on amazing skincare brands Lancaster and philosophy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Brand Manager in executing 360 marketing plans including day to day brand responsibilities across retailer and marketing campaign activities working with internal and external stakeholders

• Monitor and evaluate the brand and portfolio performance, to strengthen the strategy and identify new opportunities

• Track competitor activity and industry trends and be able to share key learnings with internal teams (including promotions, Point of Sale and advertising)

• Develop a holistic non-saleables (gift with purchase, bags, other marketing materials) and sampling strategy to support product launches, key retailers and year-round activations

• Maintaining budget files and trackers by raising PO’s and supporting with invoice queries

• Ordering, management and distribution of new product samples to marketing, sales and PR teams as required

• Support brand team with preparation for meetings with product displays, room set-up and other necessary marketing materials

• Manage brand assets and action any asset requests by being the team expert on DAM and Brand Thinking systems

• Manage and track brand activity across in-store, e-com and digital updating marketing calendars regularly

• Work closely with the Brand Manager to liase with the local and global marketing teams, sales team, supply and the external agencies to achieve the above roles and responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE

• Degree level qualification

• Previous relevant experience

• Eligible to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• A passion for the beauty industry, keenly following the latest trends

• Entrepreneurial mindset, ability to problem solve and provide solutions

• A team player, able to collaborate effectively

• Demonstrate a pro-active attitude and flexible approach

• Organised in action, able to organize own work and a multi-tasker

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work effectively to deadlines and under pressure

• Strong analytical skills with sound knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint

• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail

WHAT WE OFFER

Salary that matches your knowledge and experience

A competitive benefit package

We drive growth, brand equity and customer loyalty with innovative products, digital campaigns, events, partnerships and in-store executions. Our work includes both the physical and digital world across all categories. We aim to be gamechangers in the beauty industry, winning the hearts and minds of consumers around the world.