E-Retail Partnership Assistant - Intern

E-Retail Partnership Assistant -  Intern

MISSION

To support the E-Retail Partnerships team in executing the UK’s e-retail strategy. This is a great opportunity for someone who would like to progress within an Online, Digital Marketing or Commercial role while getting exposure to other digital touchpoints within the business.

ORGANISATION

Reports to: E-Retail Partnership Manager or E-Retail Partnership Assistant Manager

Job Location: London

Contract type: 12 months (Starting July 7th 2025)

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Permanent and Launch Asset Coordination

• Ensure all asset calendars and folders are up to date, sharing with the wider teams and with key retail partners ahead of launch dates
• Complete retailer forms for new launches, editing and localising copy as needed
• Adapt assets graphically either first-hand or through agencies
• Support Commercial in preparation of new line forms for product setup including uploading onto PIM systems correctly
• Support E-Retail Partnerships team in the delivery of assets to retailers
• Create best-in-class digital launch guides to ensure retailers launch new products flawlessly
• Communicate launch send out status with wider teams regularly

Retailer Partnerships

• Support the e-retail team on A and B retailer executions and being efficient with retailer requests
• Support the Implants to deliver best in class UX / prompt asset updates and support on troubleshooting
• Support the team with digital campaign briefs, assets, and tracking for all campaigns

Audits and Maintenance

• Monitor online retail partner activity for the UK to ensure they are aligned and representing all Shiseido brands in accordance with guidelines with regular audits
• Check all launches are executed correctly online after the OCD, tracking suboptimal executions and requesting changes promptly
• Perform routine audits on retailer sites to identify issues and correct them, strategising and prioritising based on brand and retailer with Coordinator/Assistant
• Manage and execute all ad-hoc retailer requests

Tracking

• Capture all organic and paid-for coverage on e-retailer sites, social, email and other touchpoints regularly
• Keep track of key competitor activity and launch activations across e-retail
• Present key findings regularly at monthly team meetings
• Track promotions and competitor activity with opportunity to present back to wider business (especially at peak trade moments)

Digital Projects

• Work with E-Retail team to identify and activate organic opportunities with key e-retailers
• Coordinate the creation of bespoke assets for use on retailer social
• Support with ad-hoc projects

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Superb organisational skills with a passion for detail and precision
• Able to manage time effectively and prioritise accordingly
• Excellent written English, with a keen eye for grammar, syntax, spelling, and style
• Able to collaborate well with colleagues and internal teams
• Strong awareness of online brand representation and messaging
• Strong team player
• Passion for all things digital and beauty
• Passion and familiarity with UK online retailers
• Positive attitude and works well under pressure
• Previous e-retail / digital experience would be beneficial but not essential
• Alignment with the group’s “Trust8” working principles: Think Big, Take Risks, Hands on, Collaborate, Be Open, Act with Integrity, Be Accountable, Applaud Success
• Basic to Intermediate knowledge of Photoshop
• Copywriting and proficiency with SEO would be beneficial

THE BENEFITS YOU’LL LOVE

• You time: Enjoy 26 days off, plus bank holidays, and a special day off for your birthday!
• Pension Power: We match up to 8% to help you save for the future.
• Health at Your Fingertips: Access to a Digital GP whenever you need it.
• Family First: Enhanced parental allowance to support your growing family.
• Beauty Bonanza: Generous product allocation and discounts to keep you glowing.
• Secure Your Future: Life Assurance up to 4x your salary.
• Feel Good: Dive into our wellbeing programs and visit the in-office Wellness Room
• Growth Journey: Regular development check-ins to keep you on track.
• Skill Up: Excel training to boost your knowledge and the opportunity to work with an inhouse coach
• Social Scene: Join in on company socials for fun and networking.
• Exclusive Access: Retail Trust, Tastecard, and local discounts at your fingertips.
• Snack Attack: Unlimited coffee, tea, milk options, and snacks to fuel your day.
• Balanced Life: Enjoy a 35-hour work week, Flexible Friday finish, Hybrid and Flexible working and a protected lunch break
• Salary: £25,000

ABOUT SHISEIDO GROUP

Our mission : Beauty Innovations for a Better World

Click here to learn more about our brands

Founded in 1872 in Japan, Shiseido Group is within the Top 5 leading cosmetics companies in the world and aims to inspire a life of beauty and culture. Operating in 120 countries with 42,000 employees and 70 nationalities, Shiseido offers a unique selection of Skincare, Makeup and Fragrance brands with a projected turnover over £7.0bn in 2022. Celebrating 150 years of heritage in 2022, Shiseido constantly creates high-quality, safe and innovative cosmetics and develop brands deeply loved by people from all over the world, in line with our mission: Beauty Innovations for a Better World.  Did you know that Shiseido is the most awarded company in terms of innovation with a record 31 FSCC Awards?

Shiseido UK & Ireland plays a central role in the EMEA region and is biggest affiliate, leading the Digital acceleration agenda thanks to a team of local experts, but is also constantly reinventing its Retail footprint in the world Nr4 biggest beauty market.

To deliver our strong Growth & Profitability ambitions, we will follow 4 strategic streams

1.          Leverage our unique portfolio of premium Beauty brands across all 3 categories

2.          Stay agile and capture new retail opportunities

3.          Customer-driven decisions

4.          Create a great place to work in Beauty

OUR PRINCIPLES

Think Big, Take Risks, Hands on, Collaborate, Be Open, Act with Integrity, Be Accountable, Applaud Success

OUR PRINCIPLES serve as the working principles that every Shiseido employee must follow. These eight working principles – known as "TRUST 8" – are based on the idea that mutual trust is the key to succeeding in OUR MISSION.

Click here to learn more about Our Principles and The Shiseido Philosophy