TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Gain hands-on experience in Trade Activation for luxury beauty brands like Armani and Valentino.
- Support digital asset preparation, campaign coordination, and data analysis.
- Placement duration of 7 months with a salary of £26,950 per annum.
- Based in White City, London, with start dates in late November/early December 2026.
About the Role
This is a 7-month placement within L'Oréal's Luxe Division, focusing on Trade Activation for brands like Armani Beauty, Valentino Beauty, and Mugler.
A Day in the Life
As a Trade Activation Intern, you will support the digital and retail visibility of luxury beauty brands across key partners such as Boots, Sephora, and Superdrug. You will report directly to the Trade Activation Manager.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the preparation, resizing, and delivery of digital launch assets and banners for retailer e-commerce sites using tools like Salsify and Canva.
- Assisting with retailer brand page updates, copy briefs, and CRM content.
- Coordinating trade activations, sampling campaigns, and gift-with-purchase incentives, including setup and tracking.
- Contributing to launch audits and digital shelf visibility checks, gathering data from trackers to provide insights.
- Participating in cross-functional projects with Product Marketing, Commercial, and Merchandising teams.
We Are Looking For
We are seeking individuals with curiosity, high attention to detail, and a keen interest in how luxury beauty engages shoppers online and in-store. Essential skills and experience include:
- Retail & Trade Marketing: Foundational understanding of digital merchandising and retailer activation touchpoints.
- Digital Asset Management: Ability to organise, adapt, and coordinate creative content to meet technical specifications.
- Collaborative Communication: Clear, professional communication skills for liaising with internal colleagues and retail contacts.
- Operational Rigour: Strong organisational skills to manage multiple campaign schedules, sampling trackers, and audits.
- Analytical Thinking: Comfort working with spreadsheets and trackers to audit visibility and identify opportunities.
What's In It For You
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Real responsibility from day one.
- An inclusive and celebratory environment.
- The chance to contribute to brands with societal/environmental causes.
Key Dates & Details
- Duration: 7 months
- Start Dates: 30th November 2026 or 7th December 2026
- Location: White City, London
- Salary: £26,950 per annum