At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovation and brand foresight for No7BC, creating impactful product propositions.
- Company: Join Boots, a leader in beauty innovation with a focus on consumer insights.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, generous discounts, flexible benefits, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Work in a vibrant culture that values diversity and empowers your unique voice.
- Why this job: Shape the future of beauty with creativity and insight while leading a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in innovation/product development with strong storytelling and commercial skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
Contract: Fixed Term/Secondment - up to 12 months
Closing date: 23rd June 2026
Location: Nottingham/London (weekly presence in Nottingham office is required)
As Head of Innovation & Brand Foresight you will be accountable for creating and delivering an incredible Global innovation pipeline from concept through to launch for one of our No7BC brands. You will be leading a consumer‑obsessed Foresight & Innovation function that translates deep human insight, cultural shifts, scientific discovery and emerging beauty trends into world‑class, commercially powerful product propositions and compelling brand stories. It’s an exciting time for our business as many of our brands continue to create breakthrough in the market, along with some revolution of some of our customer favourites. Sitting at the intersection of culture, consumer insight and creativity, you will play a critical role in defining our innovation agenda, uncovering white space opportunities, and partnering cross‑functionally to bring standout concepts to life. Alongside leading a high‑performing team, you will set the strategic direction for ideation and ensure we are building a pipeline of ideas that are both inspiring and commercially impactful.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the Product Development function to identify future growth opportunities and emerging consumer needs.
- Own the innovation masterplan, making critical choices that shape our future product offerings.
- Translate scientific advancements into differentiated innovation opportunities that resonate with consumers.
- Build and lead strategic partnerships across internal functions and external partners to ensure successful launches.
- Inspire and develop a high‑performing team, fostering a culture of curiosity and creativity.
What you’ll need to have (our must‑haves)
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in leading innovation/product development functions at a senior level.
- Proven ability to inspire breakthrough thinking and foster a culture of innovation.
- Strong commercial acumen with a track record of assessing market opportunities.
- Exceptional storytelling skills to connect consumer insights with brand narratives.
- Experience in building strategic partnerships to unlock new capabilities.
It would be great if you also have
- Experience working across multiple categories and international markets.
- A strong network within the beauty industry and innovation ecosystems.
Rewards designed for you
- Boots Retirement Savings Plan
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Generous employee discounts
- Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child
- Flexible benefits scheme including option to buy additional holiday, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and much more.
- Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme.
We are a proud equal opportunity employer, creating an inclusive workplace where our colleagues are empowered to be themselves and where diversity, equity and inclusion are part of how we do things, every day.
Head of Innovation & Brand Foresight in Nottingham employer: Boots
At Boots, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters creativity and innovation. As the Head of Innovation & Brand Foresight, you will lead a passionate team in Nottingham/London, driving impactful product development while enjoying a range of benefits including generous employee discounts, flexible working options, and comprehensive support programmes. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking company that values diversity and empowers its employees to thrive in their careers.
