Global Finished Artist Studio Manager

Global Finished Artist Studio Manager | London For over 35 years, Aesop has carefully cultivated an inspiring and inclusive environment in which our employees are supported and encouraged to thrive. As a global retail organisation, we offer professional development and advancement opportunities to complement career goals and aspirations. Our approach to skin care involves meticulous attention to detail, using only the most efficacious ingredients to create formulations which stir the self and senses. The same meticulous approach is taken during our recruitment process, seeking out considered and inspired individuals with a wealth of perspectives who bring out the best in themselves and others. We aim to strike the right balance between people, planet and profit, actively reducing our footprint on the planet that generously sustains us. So far, this journey has led us to become a certified B Corp. We are committed to building a more sustainable and inclusive society. Since 2023, Aesop has been part of the L'Oréal Groupe, founded in 1909 by Eugene Schueller and is home to 37 global brands including Kiehl, Lancôme, SkinCeuticals, Nyx, YSL and L'Oréal Paris; presenting wide-ranging opportunities for long-term career growth. “A business doesn’t consist of walls or machines, but people, people, people.” – Eugene Schueller Role purpose Aesop is a place where creativity, brand consistency, and efficiency all intersect. Our role within the organisation is to deliver impeccable creative execution that ensures that every campaign reflects our strong brand ethos, premium aesthetic, and global consistency. The Creative Services team operates as the internal agency for the Aesop brand, a dedicated partner to both the Marketing and Creative teams. We act as the bridge between creative concept and flawless execution, serving the broader organisation with agility, precision, and craftsmanship. We provide production expertise, ensure visual consistency across our 400+ retail stores and fidelity across all touchpoints. Our main role is to deliver consistent, beautiful, and impactful campaigns respecting timing and budget. The Creative Services team is essential to the organisation as it: Manages global campaign delivery through efficient production workflows Protects brand equity through consistent, premium-quality assets Inspires the creative team and helps them achieve their creative vision Drives innovation in production, processes, and creative technology. The Finished Artist Studio Manager leads the finished art studio, ensuring the flawless delivery of all visual assets across Aesop channels. This role manages the team responsible for finalising, adapting, and producing brand visuals, ensuring creative excellence, consistency, and technical precision across every market and touchpoint. As the operational and creative lead of the studio, the Studio Manager serves as the bridge between creative direction and global execution, maintaining the highest standards of quality while optimising workflow efficiency and resource management. This position plays a key role within Aesop Creative Services team, supporting the Marketing and Creative teams by delivering timely, fit-for-purpose assets, whether for global campaigns, regional activations, or internal communication needs. This includes managing requests for both internal and external purposes (e.g., light edits, layout development, or visual adaptations). Beyond day-to-day coordination, this role drives continuous improvement through process optimisation and technology integration. Reporting into the Head of Creative Services, the Studio Manager acts as both an operational leader and a change agent — streamlining workflows, championing AI adoption, ensuring rigorous asset management, and fostering a culture of accountability and innovation across the Finished Artist team. Role responsibilities include, but are not limited to – Studio Leadership & Team Management Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of Finished Artists to deliver premium-quality creative assets on time and on brand Foster a culture of craftsmanship, collaboration, and continuous improvement Oversee workload allocation, resourcing, and prioritisation to balance speed, quality, and efficiency Conduct quality reviews and ensure creative output aligns with our visual and brand standards Creative Production Oversight Oversee the adaptation and finalisation of creative materials across global campaigns (print, POS, packaging, e-commerce, social, and digital) Ensure seamless execution from creative concept to delivery — maintaining creative integrity and technical accuracy Partner closely with Art Directors, Production and Category Teams to ensure smooth delivery of assets Quality, Consistency & Brand Governance Champion Aesop global brand standards and ensure visual coherence across all materials and platforms Implement robust quality control processes to minimize errors and rework Maintain up-to-date knowledge of brand guidelines, technical specs, and emerging production standards Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align creative execution with sustainability, accessibility, and digital best practices Workflow, Process & Tool Optimisation Develop and optimise studio workflows to increase speed, transparency, and efficiency Identify opportunities for automation, templating, and smarter versioning Manage relationships with external vendors and print partners Support the integration of Opera, our digital asset management systems to ensure proper file organisation Innovation & Adaptability Drive the adoption of new tools, technologies, and processes that enhance creative production — including AI-assisted design, 3D visualisation, and automated adaptation systems Stay ahead of industry trends in design, digital production, and content delivery to ensure the studio remains at the forefront of creative operations Encourage experimentation and creative problem-solving within the team to continuously improve quality and efficiency Adapt swiftly to new campaign models, evolving market needs, and changing creative formats — ensuring agility without compromising excellence Champion a mindset of curiosity and growth, fostering a studio culture that embraces change and innovation Cross-Functional Collaboration Act as the key liaison between Creative, Marketing, and Production Operations teams Provide expert guidance on technical feasibility, production timelines, and resource planning during project scoping. This is a full-time position operating with a hybrid working pattern of three days per week based on-site and two days per week working remotely. What we are looking for Open mindset and deep curiosity seeking to understand others, listen without judgement and act on diverse perspectives Commitment to fostering an inclusive and psychologically safe work environment Significant experience in creative production, studio management, or artwork operations within a global brand or agency. Experience in beauty, fashion, or luxury industry preferred Proven ability to lead, motivate, and grow creative production teams; experience managing multi-market or regional workflows Technical expertise: Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, Premiere and/or After Effect); deep understanding of colour management, prepress, digital file formats, and localization workflows Operational acumen: Strong project management, resource planning, and process optimisation skills Creative sensibility: Exceptional eye for detail, layout, and visual storytelling aligned with L’Oréal aesthetic standards Collaboration: Excellent communicator, able to partner effectively across creative, marketing, and production disciplines in a fast-paced global environment. What on offer We take a holistic approach to employment, promoting professional development, career growth, employee wellbeing initiatives and encouraging deep connections with the local community through the Aesop Foundation, volunteering and matched giving programs. Employee benefits include - Flexible, hybrid working pattern Generous product discount allowance and bi-annual complimentary product allocation Paid volunteering allowance for all employees Bonus opportunity based on personal, and business, performance Suite of options to aid development, including complimentary access to LinkedIn Learning, in-house Product and Core skills training and study support opportunities Access to employee assistance programmes, complimentary subscription to Headspace mindfulness app and summer hours options. Aesop is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a creative and inclusive workplace where talent is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting inclusion for all with the belief that diversity, inclusion and belonging plays an important role in the success of our organisation. We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey. #LI-Hybrid Aesop was established in Melbourne in 1987. Our objective has always been to formulate skin, hair and body care products of the finest quality; we investigate widely to source plant-based and laboratory-made ingredients, and use only those with a proven record of safety and efficacy. In each of our unique stores, informed consultants are pleased to introduce our range and to guide your selections. Alongside our commercial activities, we explore and support the arts as an avenue through which to inspire, learn and communicate. We are headquartered in Melbourne, and have offices and stores in many parts of the world, including New York, London, Paris, Tokyo and Hong Kong. Aesop is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a creative and inclusive workplace where talent is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting inclusion for all with the belief that diversity, inclusion and belonging plays an important role in the success of our organisation. We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.