Beauty Writer

Job Introduction

Are you looking for a new challenge in Selfridges that gives you the chance to support the Beauty Editor to create inspiring and commercial beauty content across Selfridges’ channels? Looking for a company that wants to help further your career in beauty content as well as provide you with an exciting, inspiring and fun place to work?

If the answer to all of these questions is ‘yes’ then you’re just the kind of person we’re looking for!

Role Responsibility

A BIT ABOUT THE ROLE 

As our new Beauty Writer you will be key in helping to develop our new online beauty destination by conceptualising and writing insightful, engaging and thought-provoking content. As part of this, you will:

• Supporting the Beauty Editor with our regular beauty features, from generating exciting new ideas, to writing copy, to liaising with the Buying team regarding shoot samples.
• Providing support with the overall planning of beauty editorial and calendar events.
• Liaising with the Trade team to supply product links, nominations and edits for beauty features.
• Liaising with the Shoot Coordinator and Fashion Direction team on upcoming beauty shoots.
• Writing beauty copy for various areas of the site and store – from digital banners to in-store screens. 
• Updating our beauty services and in-store events pages online.
• Forming strong, collaborative relationships with the Beauty Buying, Trade and Fashion Direction teams.

The Ideal Candidate

Experience:

• Digital retail experience preferable.

Technical skills:

• Excellent writing skills and creative thinking.
• An in-depth knowledge and passion for the beauty industry. 
• Natural organisational abilities and strong attention to detail is a must. 

Personal attributes/Behavioural skills:

This is a role that combines a flair for writing, an excellent understanding of editorial digital content, and brilliant people skills in order to form strong relationships with key cross-functional team members, facilitating the delivery of best-in-class editorial content. 

About the Company

A BIT ABOUT US 

Our creative spirit

We are more than a shop. We are a social space where culture and commerce collide to release an energy that we call the Selfridges spirit. We are here to make our world brighter, and everyone is welcome.

Our awards cabinet

We’re not ones to brag, but since you asked...Selfridges has won the award for The World’s Best Department Store an unprecedented four times at the IGDS awards, with an additional award for the Best Sustainability Campaign.

Our future

Since 1909 we have been at the forefront of retail and today our stores in London, Manchester and Birmingham – alongside selfridges.com and the Selfridges App – continue to redefine the way we shop and socialise. As a Selfridges team member, you will learn what it takes to consistently drive innovation, success and amazing customer experiences.

THE FUN STUFF 

There are lots of reasons to be excited about joining Team Selfridges – from our fantastic team member communities to volunteer days and behind-the-scenes Selfridges experiences throughout the year.

Other benefits and rewards include:

• Generous bonus and/or commission scheme
• Discounted gym memberships
• Pension contributions
• Annual travel pass and cycle to work schemes
• A volunteer day for all team members
• Access to a wide range of training programmes to help your career development

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