Lead Creative Gift Designer

We are seeking a Lead Creative Gift Designer to drive the creative development of the Gifts category at Lush.

The successful candidate will work in close partnership with the Category Lead to shape the creative vision, develop inspiring and commercially successful collections, and translate strategic direction into compelling design.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creative Direction & Strategy: Partner with the Creative Lead to shape category vision, translating market insights and cultural trends into commercially viable collection concepts.
• Packaging Innovation & Concept Development: Conduct trend research on gifting, design, and sustainable materials to push creative boundaries.
• Artist Partnerships & Licensing: Build and nurture relationships with external artist groups, agencies, and creative communities, integrating their insights into future ranges.
• Global Creative Collaboration: Act as the creative bridge for international teams, driving cross-regional alignment and idea-sharing.
• Project Execution & Brand Advocacy: Write clear briefs and direct internal and external designers to ensure projects meet creative standards and deadlines.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise:

• Creative Direction & Trend Forecasting: Strong track record in collection development, storytelling, concept generation, and translating macroeconomic/cultural trends into tangible product ranges.
• Packaging & Design Innovation: Deep knowledge of packaging structures, print processes, and material exploration within a retail or product-led environment.
• Artist Management & Licensing: Practical experience partnering with external artists, managing agency relationships, and handling copyright/licensing contracts.
• Global Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to influence and collaborate across diverse international teams and present confidently to senior founders.
• Commercial & Project Leadership: Adept at writing comprehensive creative briefs, managing minor creative budgets, and directing design execution from concept through to final sample.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• 6 months of full pay for parental leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Bonus scheme
• Day off for weekday birthdays
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 50% discount on Lush products and spa treatments
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted rail and bus season tickets
• Employee assistance programme
• Wellbeing & mindfulness sessions
• Access to employee-led Community Networks