Senior Manager of North America PR & Events

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid: 2 fixed days in office – Tuesday & Wednesday, with travel as needed)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $120,000 – $140,000 base salary per year + discretionary bonus

Medik8 is a UK-based clinical skincare company dedicated to providing high-quality results-driven skincare products that are backed by scientific research and innovation. Medik8 has a global presence with a high growth trajectory, specifically in the US market.

As the Sr. Manager of North America PR & Events, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our fast-growing North America team. Reporting to the Director of Advocacy & Influencer and leading the press facing communications and IRL experience of the brand.

We’re seeking a dynamic, strategic senior manager who can lead key press relationships and communications framework, and define the brand experience through eventing and execute flawlessly.

This role requires strong cross-functional collaboration and partnership with the Global Communications and local US based team to drive brand awareness as the brand scales. We’re looking for an experienced manager with deep connections to press and industry, strong communications storytelling, flawless execution and proven ability to build brand buzz and excitement.

Key Responsibilities

Public & Media Relations

• Drive and implement the North America PR strategy to align with Medik8’s strategic objectives and marketing calendar.

• Cultivate strong relationships with key editors, opinion leaders and tastemakers to secure -placements across digital, broadcast and print media placements.

• Build and Elevate Medik8 Founder Awareness In the North America market as key thought leader through press pitching, broadcast personal appearances, etc.

• Lead all media-facing eventing including editor desksides and press focused trips along with personalized gifting programs.

• Monitor and report on industry trends, competitive and Medik8 coverage and key press KPIs.

• Collaborate with Media team on affiliate press support and coverage.

• Manage the PR agency day-to-day and lead all press initiatives for all new product launches and re-support product campaigns.

• Review and manage PR budget and goals including press impressions, SOV and industry awards.

Eventing & Experiential

• Lead the planning for all Medik8 events including Consumer/Loyalty, Press/Influencer, Masterclasses, Trade/Conferences (e.g. AAD) and Retail creating scalable playbooks and frameworks for consistent brand execution.

• End-to-end execution from planning to executing Consumer/Loyalty events, Press/Influencer and Trade/Conference Events.

• Partner closely with Global team, Advocacy & Influencer team and retail teams to deliver best -in- class experiences.

• Manage agencies, vendors and production and budgets of all Medik8 eventing.

• Conduct reporting and analysis of event performance with actionable insights to key stakeholders.

People & Team Leadership

• Partner cross-functionally with global team, integrated marketing team and other heads of channels (wholesale, .com, Amazon).

• Foster a culture of accountability, data, excellence, and performance.

Requirements:

• Significant experience in beauty PR (preferably within clinical or prestige skincare) with a proven track record of managing large-scale event production.

• Proven ability to operate as a "pragmatic visionary", combining big-picture creative ideas with data-driven execution and clear ROI analysis.

• Direct experience working closely with top-tier beauty retailers, specifically Sephora or Ulta.

• Existing, warm relationships with the "gatekeepers" of the beauty industry (editors, makeup artists, agents, stylists, and retail stakeholders).

• NYC-based and comfortable in a hybrid role, 2 fixed days in the office (Tuesday/Wed), with travel as needed.

About us

Medik8 is a UK-based clinical skincare company dedicated to delivering high-quality, results-driven products backed by scientific research and innovation. With a strong global presence and an exciting high-growth trajectory, particularly in the US, Medik8 continues to push boundaries in clinical skincare.

Culture & Benefits

We are fuelled by our commitment to sustainability, quality, efficiency, and an unwavering passion for our customers. Championing solutions-focused thinking, we possess a purpose-driven mentality and strive to work with integrity and agility, always. We are collaborative go-givers; our diverse talents work cross-functionally and we achieve more together. We are proud to do everything in-house, challenging the norm and pushing the boundaries of possibility. It’s just who we are!

Some of the perks of being part of the Medik8 team include:

• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, holidays, health insurance and retirement plans

• Flexible & Hybrid working with min 2 days mandatory per week in-office at NYC office space

• Transit benefits

• Cell phone and wifi WFH stipend

• Annual product allowance and product discounts

• Annual discretionary bonus based on performance

• Quarterly US team building activities
  

Want to do a little more research before you apply?

Head over to our main careers page to find out more about the team and our values. You can also find out more about us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor & Instagram.

Our BCorp Commitment to JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion)

At Medik8, we are committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered. We believe a rich tapestry of backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives fuels the innovation behind our products.
Research shows many candidates only apply if they meet 100% of a job description, however, we use the "60% Rule": if you meet over 60% of the requirements and have the passion to learn the rest, we want to hear from you.

Our Inclusive Hiring Standards:

• Fair Chance Hiring: To support systemic justice, we do not request criminal record or credit checks during the application stage (unless legally required for the role).

• Blind Recruiting: We use anonymised CV screening to focus purely on your talent and reduce bias.

• Disability Confident: As a Level 2 employer, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum role criteria.

• Immigration Integrity: We welcome all applicants within current Home Office guidance on sponsorship and Right to Work. We never artificially manipulate role scopes or salaries to meet requirements.

Be your authentic self. Apply today.