Brand Management Intern

United Kingdom/ France

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and implementing brand strategies, conducting market research, and analysing competitors to identify trends and opportunities.
• Contribute ideas for brand positioning, messaging, and creative direction during team brainstorming sessions.
• Maintain brand consistency across all marketing materials, updating and reviewing brand assets to align with guidelines.
• Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturers to develop and customise white-label beauty products, including packaging, labelling, and branding.
• Coordinate product testing and gather feedback from focus groups or early customers.
• Conduct quality checks on all products to ensure they meet regulatory requirements and quality standards.
• Monitor beauty industry trends, consumer preferences, and competitor activities to propose new product ideas.
• Support client relationship management, providing updates, resolving concerns, and fostering long-term partnerships.
• Manage timelines, milestones, and deliverables for brand projects, ensuring completion on time and within budget.
• Assist in budget planning, cost control, and preparing financial reports related to brand management.
• Support digital marketing campaigns and create social media content to boost brand awareness.
• Help plan and coordinate promotional events, product launches, and trade shows.
• Provide administrative support, including scheduling, preparing presentations, and organising documentation.

The Ideal Candidate

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of marketing principles and brand management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with social media platforms and digital marketing tools.
• Creative, detail-oriented, and highly organised, with strong multitasking skills.
• Able to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.

This is a paid internship, with compensation aligned to experience and education level. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom at the time of application. This position operates within a formal office environment, where professional dress is required at all times. To maintain focus and productivity, personal mobile phone use is limited to the lunch break, and snacking is not permitted during working hours. 

Company overview

KYM is a brand under RM365 Group — an international company with operations in the UK, France, and the Netherlands. Our group focuses on aesthetic beauty and high-end luxury, with a strong presence across the European market. In 2024, our group generated over 20 million in total revenue, including more than 6 million from the France market.

We are seeking a motivated individual eager to kickstart their journey in brand management and gain hands-on experience. As an intern, you will play a pivotal role in understanding the legal requirements for product redevelopment and rebranding, while offering your creative insights to propel our business forward as part of our collaborative team.

Key Accountabilities:

Support Brand Strategy Development:

Assist in the creation and implementation of brand strategies.
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and trends.
Contribute to brainstorming sessions for brand positioning and messaging.

Brand Consistency:

Ensure all marketing materials align with the brand's voice, style, and guidelines.
Help maintain and update brand assets.
Review and provide feedback on marketing collateral to ensure brand consistency.

Product Development and Customisation:

Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturers to develop new beauty products that can be white-labelled, ensuring they meet quality standards and align with market trends.
Coordinate product testing and feedback collection from focus groups or initial customers.

Brand Customisation:

Customize packaging, labeling, and branding materials for white-label beauty products according to client specifications, ensuring consistency with their brand identity.
Work with graphic designers to create visually appealing branding materials.

Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance:

Conduct thorough quality checks on all white-label beauty products to ensure they meet regulatory requirements and quality standards before market release.
Stay informed about regulatory changes and update compliance protocols as necessary.

Market Research and Trends Analysis:

Stay updated on beauty industry trends, consumer preferences, and competitor activities to propose innovative white-label product ideas and enhancements.
Prepare detailed reports on market findings and trend forecasts.

Client Relationship Management:

Act as the point of contact for white-label beauty product clients, providing regular updates, addressing concerns, and ensuring client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients to foster long-term partnerships.

Project Co-ordination and Timelines:

Manage the end-to-end process of white-label beauty product projects, including timelines, milestones, and deliverables, to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
Use project management tools to track progress and report on project status.

Financial Management:

Assist in budget planning and cost management for white-label beauty projects, ensuring profitability while maintaining high standards of product quality and client satisfaction.
Monitor expenses and prepare financial reports related to brand management activities.
Digital Marketing and Social Media:

Support the development and execution of digital marketing campaigns to promote new products.
Create content for social media platforms to engage with the target audience and build brand awareness.

Event Planning and Co-ordination:

Assist in planning and coordinating promotional events, product launches, and trade shows.
Ensure all events align with the brand strategy and create a positive brand image.

Administrative Support:

Provide administrative support to the brand management team, including scheduling meetings, preparing presentations, and organizing documentation.
Maintain records of brand management activities and projects.
 
Qualifications:

Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.
Strong understanding of marketing principles and brand management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Familiarity with social media platforms and digital marketing tools.
Creative thinking and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
 
What We Offer:

Hands-on experience in brand management and marketing.
A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
Potential for future employment opportunities based on performance.
 
Job Details:

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (8:30 – 5:30), 1-hour lunch break.
Dress Code: Formal office attire required.
Phone Policy: Personal phones must not be used during working hours, only during lunchtime (no snacking during working hours).