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 Schuellerandis home to 37 global brands including Kiehl’s, Lancôme,Skin Ceuticals, 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

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’s 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’s 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.

• 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…