Beauty Tester, Good Housekeeping Institute (12 Month FTC)

We are the UK’s leading premium publisher, home to iconic and influential media brands including Cosmopolitan, Esquire, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, and Country Living. At Hearst UK, we don’t just create content — we shape culture. Our workplace is built on collaboration, creativity, and trust. We champion bold ideas, embrace innovation, and continually evolve to meet the moment — all while celebrating the legacy that brought us here.

The Role… This role will involve working closely with the Beauty Testing Manager, Beauty Accreditation Lead and the Content Team to test products across a range of beauty categories (e.g., skincare, haircare, colour cosmetics and electricals) for editorial and commercial purposes. You will also carry out research into products on the marketplace and consumer trends, when required. Test content sits across multiple Hearst brands such as Men’s Health and Women’s Health, Cosmopolitan, Elle and Good Housekeeping.

Main Duties…

• To carry out panel testing trials and test products as requested by the Beauty Testing Manager.
• This will involve following strict test protocols methodically and recording, collating and analysing results with great accuracy using specialist equipment.
• To support the exposure, launch and delivery of the GHI’s annual pay-to-play ‘Believe in Beauty Awards’.
• To support the Beauty Testing Manager to deliver content for other parties such as commercial clients, when required.
• Inputting results into our product database.
• Identify opportunities and shoot/film testing content for use in article, social or promotional purposes.
• Help with content creation on ad hoc basis (no prior skills required).
• To organise and manage the delivery of product samples within pre-agreed testing timescales.
• To initiate ideas for testing.
• To sustain high testing standards and levels of consistency.
• To be responsible for the tidiness and cleanliness of samples on loan and the test facility in general.
• To check editorial proofs and artwork e.g. factual information, process and stockists.
• To keep up to date with current market trends.
• To build relationships with relevant manufacturers and PR.
• You may be required to undertake such further duties as your skills, qualifications and experience allow and/or as may be assigned to you from time to time.
• To be an ambassador of Hearst UK and its values.

What We Are Looking For…

• Will need to demonstrate practical skills and a passion for beauty products.
• Must be computer literate.
• Must be able to demonstrate good analytical skills and be able to interpret data confidently.
• Demonstrate experience of working within a practical testing environment either during university, working for a manufacturer, supplier or retailer.
• Excellent interpersonal skills as there will be interaction with both internal and external stakeholders, at all levels.
• Strong organisational and time management skills - be able to multi-task and be a problem solver.
• A mature and flexible approach to work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to deal with high volumes of work accurately and to deadlines.
• Must have a can-do attitude with ability to work under pressure, be enthusiastic and proactive.

Benefits… Your benefits at Hearst UK are more than just extras — they are tools to help you thrive in every part of life.

• Get adventurous with Good Housekeeping Taste and Beauty Testing Panels - yes, you could be trying the next big thing in beauty, food & drink.
• Snag luxe beauty steals at our legendary office sample sales - score big on top brands without breaking the bank!
• Stay healthy with Specsavers eye care, a company-funded Health Cash Plan, and access to mental health support.
• Get active and stress-free with discounted gym memberships and the Cycle to Work scheme.
• Embrace flexibility with a Location Flex and Holiday Exchange to take time when you need it.
• Take time to give back with a Charity Day and access wellbeing resources whenever you need them.
• Join one of our Hearst ERG Groups.
• Plan ahead with a generous Workplace Pension, Income Protection, Life Assurance and Season Ticket Loan for easier commuting.
• Make smarter money moves using Salary Finance tools, Financial Wellbeing sessions, and Home Tech benefits to spread costs.
• Treat yourself with major discounts across London plus everyday savings via the HAPI at Hearst app.

Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in – one that respects, protects, represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business, we recognise the significant benefits of creativity, collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do, but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why we’re working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.