Junior Brand Manager & Program Manager (Hybrid Role)
Location: Shoreditch, London (Hybrid Working)
Reports to: Head of Program Management
Jones Knowles Ritchie (JKR) is a branding business, founded in 1990 and proudly independent ever since.
We started out in the world of packaging, but now we’re worldwide — from three founders, to more than 350 of us across the UK, USA and China. Together, we build and deliver brands across the entire consumer experience. But even more important than what we do, is why we do it. We’re here to inspire brands and people to be their true selves. To be
brave. Be tenacious. And above all, be yourself. Because we believe that’s the only way to truly be distinctive, everywhere.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a dynamic individual to fill a hybrid role, combining 60% Junior Brand Management and 40% Program Management responsibilities. In this role, time will be split between managing the day-to-day brand governance operations for a FMCG corporate global team and supporting large, complex consumer brand projects as part of the JKR team. The split is 3 days pw + 2days pw and would be a great opportunity for an individual looking to work more closely with a global brand.
Key Responsibilities:
Junior Brand Manager Responsibilities (60%):
Program Manager Responsibilities (40%):
Creative Delivery:
Collaboration & Communication:
Creativity & Brand-Centricity:
Commercial Awareness:
Leadership:
Qualifications & Experience:
2-3+ years of experience in marketing, branding, or a similar role.
Proven experience working in fast-paced creative environments, managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage diverse internal and external stakeholders.
Proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable with a keen understanding of brand governance.
Experience working with creative agencies and managing branding projects.
Ability to work in a multicultural, global environment and collaborate across teams.
Commercially aware, with experience managing budgets and resources to ensure project profitability.
Role Details: Time Commitment: Brand manager 3 days per week (Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday).
Hybrid working: Minimum 2 days per week in JKR offices.
This role is well suited to individuals with account and project management experience looking to work more closely with one brand.
Location: Hybrid working from the JKR Shoreditch office with occasional requirement to visit the client site in London.
In order to be will suited to this role you will be able to demonstrate:
This role is offered as a permanent role.
Location: Shoreditch
Hybrid working: min 2 days pw in the studio (or as required by the team)