Client Beauty Director FTC

Fixed-term (UK and Ireland), Full-time · London

Your mission

As Client Category Director – Beauty, you will define and lead the commercial strategy for the beauty vertical across the HELLO! portfolio. You’ll drive revenue growth through innovative, multi-platform brand partnerships spanning print, digital, social, video, audio, and experiential channels. This senior client-facing role blends strategic vision, creative flair, and deep beauty industry insight to deliver impactful, insight-led collaborations that inspire audiences and exceed client objectives.
Please note this is a one year fixed term contract.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end commercial strategy for the Beauty category across all HELLO! platforms, including HELLO! magazine, LUXE, London, Weddings, H Fashion, hellomagazine.com, and all social, video, audio, and live event touchpoints.
Develop and deliver integrated, data-driven partnerships that align with client goals and achieve ambitious revenue targets.
Oversee ideation, creation, and execution of multi-platform campaigns—from editorially aligned branded content to high-impact events and activations.
Cultivate and grow strategic relationships with senior marketing, PR, and brand leaders within the beauty industry.
Collaborate with agencies to identify opportunities, craft compelling responses to briefs, and convert pitches into long-term partnerships.
Build and execute the Beauty category revenue plan, ensuring alignment with HELLO!’s wider commercial strategy.
Lead client and agency responses—partnering with creative strategy, insight, and content teams to craft standout proposals.
Proactively identify new business opportunities across emerging channels such as podcasts, social video, and experiential platforms.
Create and deliver bespoke partnership proposals, combining creativity, storytelling, and commercial strategy.
Strengthen HELLO!’s network within the beauty sector through events, launches, and continuous client engagement.
Act as the category authority, staying ahead of trends, product innovation, and consumer insights.
Regularly evaluate target client lists to optimise business potential and drive incremental growth.
Elevate HELLO!’s presence within the beauty community through thought leadership and event representation.
Ensure all commercial materials—decks, video pitches, and presentations—are of the highest creative and strategic quality, consistent with HELLO!’s tone and brand values.

Cross-Departmental Collaboration

Partner with the Insight team to ensure proposals are data-led, audience-focused, and category relevant.
Collaborate closely with Editorial to align on brand priorities and leverage editorial storytelling for commercial gain.
Work with Finance to maintain forecasting accuracy and resolve billing queries efficiently.
Liaise with Events, Social, Video, and Audio teams to ensure seamless delivery of all campaign activations.
Partner with Marketing to develop collaborations for HELLO! and H Fashion membership communities.

Your profile

Be an expert in HELLO!’s brand, audience, and platforms, embodying its tone and values.
Deliver confident, engaging client and agency presentations, underpinned by strong market insight and storytelling.
Maintain meticulous records of all commercial activity, including client interactions, proposals, and revenue tracking.
Represent HELLO! at industry events, launches, and trade shows, building the brand’s reputation and influence.
Serve as a brand ambassador, championing innovation and excellence across all commercial touchpoints.

Experience

Experience in a client facing Beauty role is essential
Excellent knowledge of the Beauty industry and experience in setting the commercial strategy for the Beauty category.

Qualifications

Previous experience is key but a relevant qualification would be desirable.

Benefits

25 days annual leave per year (for full time employees)
1 birthday day per year
Private Medical Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Life Assurance currently 6 x salary
Generous Employer Pension contributions
Group Income Protection Scheme
Plus all of the perks of working for a fun media company!

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