MARKETING ASSISTANT

COTY UK&I 

13 MONTHS INTERNSHIP 

We’re Coty, a global leader in beauty. We’re #1 in the world for Fragrance and #3 in the  world in 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, Rimmel, Max Factor 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. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO: 

Do you want to work for the #1 makeup brand in the UK?  

If you are looking to join a team that sets you apart from the rest, that is high energy, has  high standards, will work closely with you on your development and is super friendly then  this is the exciting role you have been waiting for! You will be assisting the Senior Brand Manager in the development and execution of  brand plans that deliver profitable business growth through insight-led strategy in 13-month fixed term basis starting in July 2026.

In this role, no days are the same. The key responsibilities include: 

Brand Management  

• Support the Brand team in all day-to-day brand responsibilities. 

• Develop Point-of-Sale / In-store display materials. 

• Represent the brand and present brand inductions/updates internally.

• Manage product samples, keeping stock room and coordinating sending samples out.

• Support the brand team in generating campaign ideas, conducting product research  & analysis projects. 

• Help prepare for big presentations by ordering sample products, room decoration and  creating any necessary marketing materials (e.g. booklets, posters etc.)

Budget Management 

• Support with the brand marketing budget, raising POs, helping to resolve supplier  invoice queries, and ensuring all budget trackers are maintained correctly. 

Asset Management  

• Manage brand assets and folders downloading key documents, campaign toolkits,  pack shots and saving to campaign folders in the drive. Be the team expert on DAM  database. 

Digital  

• Working alongside the digital team to craft the brand social calendar, planning our  content on a bi-weekly basis, deciding our content posting schedule, assets to use and  copy/messaging. 

• Support the Digital Brand team with adhoc photoshoots and micro-influencer  campaigns to generate new and relevant content for our social channels.

• Keep the Digital Content team updated on our latest marketing plan to ensure new  products launch online with excellence (great visuals, content and ratings & reviews) 

Competitive/Sales Analysis  

• Conduct monthly store visits with other Marketing Assistants taking picture of our own  + competitor brands execution in-store and present back internally. 

• Conduct monthly sales analysis with Senior Brand Manager including tracking  category evolution, brand and competitor performances.  

• Track competitor activity and industry trends.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING: 

• Previous relevant experience ideal, but not essential. 

• Marketing/ business, or related degree course is essential 

• Strong analytical and organizational skills 

• Demonstrate a pro-active attitude and flexible approach. 

• Excellent time management and prioritization skills and ability to work under pressure.

• Ability to develop effective working relationships and be a good team player.

• High level of numeracy, marketing flair, PC skills, maturity, and communication skills

• Able to demonstrate a creative flair! 

• Able to demonstrate a passion for brands & industry 

WHAT WE BRING: 

A salary that matches your knowledge and experience.

A competitive benefit package.

Marketing & Sales: 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