Creative Hub Manager, UK, Elevated Shopping Experience

Amazon; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Amazon éShop is seeking a Creative Hub Leader to drive innovation and excellence in our UK visual content creation studios, as part of our global network of creative hubs. This role represents a unique opportunity to shape local excellence while collaborating with an international creative community.

The Opportunity
Lead our UK creative hub while working in close partnership with our global network of Creative Directors and studio leaders. You'll be part of an international team that brings diverse perspectives and cultural insights to revolutionize how customers experience products online.

What You'll Do

1. Drive creative excellence and operational efficiency across UK studios while collaborating with global Creative Directors to ensure consistency and innovation.
2. Partner with international peers to share best practices, cultural insights, and creative approaches.
3. Lead and develop multi-disciplinary UK-based teams while leveraging global expertise and resources.
4. Shape local creative strategy within our broader international vision.
5. Ensure seamless integration between UK operations and global initiatives.
6. Build strong relationships across our international network of creative hubs.
7. Balance local market needs with global standards and practices.
8. Champion cross-cultural creative solutions that can scale across markets.

What We're Looking For

1. Proven track record of creative leadership with experience in international environments.
2. Strong collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with creative peers across cultures.
3. Excellence in people management with demonstrated success in leading diverse teams.
4. Strategic thinking combined with practical execution capabilities.
5. Experience in scaling creative operations while maintaining quality standards.
6. Deep understanding of both local and global creative landscapes.
7. Ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships across multiple regions.
8. Strong communication skills with experience in cross-cultural environments.

The Impact You'll Have

1. Shape the UK's creative direction while contributing to global innovation.
2. Build bridges between local excellence and international best practices.
3. Drive creative solutions that resonate across diverse markets.
4. Create frameworks for collaboration that strengthen our global creative community.
5. Establish the UK as a center of excellence within our international network.

We're looking for a leader who thrives in collaborative environments and understands the value of diverse perspectives. The ideal candidate will be able to drive local excellence while contributing to and learning from our global creative community.

This role offers the unique opportunity to lead a significant local operation while being part of a larger international team that is reshaping the future of online shopping experiences.

A day in the life
You'll split your time between strategic leadership and hands-on operational guidance, working with creative teams, operations managers, and global stakeholders. Typical activities include:

1. Leading creative reviews and strategy sessions.
2. Analyzing performance metrics and developing improvement plans.
3. Collaborating with international peers on best practices.
4. Mentoring team members and driving talent development.
5. Engaging with stakeholders to align on priorities and deliverables.

About the team
Our creative hubs are at the forefront of redefining online shopping experiences through innovative visual storytelling and cutting-edge technology. We operate a network of state-of-the-art studios staffed by world-class creative talent, working together to set new standards in digital content creation.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 10+ years of professional experience in creative operations, content production, or related field.
• 5+ years of people management experience leading diverse and cross-functional teams.
• Experience managing multi-million pound budgets and resources.
• Track record of leading large-scale creative or production operations.
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder management across multiple business units.
• Strong command of English, both written and verbal.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in international or multi-cultural environments.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creative leadership.
• Track record of driving technological innovation.
• Experience in digital content creation and e-commerce.