At Medik8, we are moving at a phenomenal pace, and we are looking for an ambitious, highly connected, and forward‑thinking PR, Influencer & Advocacy Manager to join our UK team for a 12‑month fixed‑term contract.
This pivotal role is about elevating our voice, visibility, and influence across the UK market. You will drive our earned media impact, talent strategy, community engagement, and brand storytelling – all with the ultimate goal of strengthening brand visibility, desirability, and long‑term cultural relevance.
Working closely with the UK Head of Marketing & PR, you will balance creative flair with strategic rigour. From high‑impact flagship launch events to sustained, always‑on advocacy, you will ensure every activation deepens the emotional connection to our brand while supporting commercial growth.
The Details
Salary: £50,000 to £55,000
Duration: 12 Months
Working Pattern: 4–5 days per week
Hybrid working: 3 days in the office
Current office location: Centennial Park, Elstree
Please note: We are planning to relocate to Central London in 2027
Responsibilities
* Strategic leadership: Lead the UK PR, influencer, and advocacy strategy. Own the UK earned media calendar, driving proactive, insight‑led storytelling across press and social that aligns with our global strategy.
* Relationship & talent management: Act as our UK brand communications guardian. Nurture long‑term partnerships with top‑tier editors, journalists, influencers, and VIPs, while establishing a robust UK vetting process for all talent, creators, and ambassadors.
* Community & events: Oversee the planning and execution of flagship press and influencer events, ensuring they deliver an exceptional experience. Lead always‑on initiatives, from brand lab immersions and seasonal creator events to casual breakfasts, lunches, and dinners.
* Agency & stakeholder collaboration: Oversee our relationship with the UK PR and communications agency to ensure seamless execution and measurable results. Work cross‑functionally with internal retail, digital, and global brand teams, while managing crisis protocols in line with global guidelines.
* Performance & budget ownership: Establish clear success metrics across earned media and community engagement, delivering monthly reporting packs filled with actionable insights. Manage the UK PR, events, and influencer budgets – tracking POs, accruals, and monthly spend forecasts with precision.
Qualifications
* Industry expertise: 5+ years of proven experience in PR, influencer marketing, or brand communications specifically within the beauty, skincare, or luxury sectors.
* An active network: Deep, established relationships with top‑tier UK beauty editors, journalists, influencers, and talent agents that you can leverage right now.
* Event & campaign mastery: A strong track record of delivering multi‑channel storytelling and leading large‑scale press and creator events from concept to execution.
* A commercial mindset: Data‑driven, comfortable analysing metrics, and at home managing budget allocations, POs, and ROI frameworks.
* The right mindset: Strategic thinker with a creative mindset – highly collaborative, proactively solution‑focused, and ready to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
Benefits
* Wellbeing: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, Flexible & Hybrid working, Private Medical Insurance, Mental Health support.
* Rewards: 75% Discount + Annual Product Allowance, Annual Performance Bonus, Long Service Awards.
* Growth: Up‑skilling support, regular Lunch & Learns, Flexible Career opportunities.
* Impact: 2 Volunteering days per year, Matched Charitable Giving Scheme.
Inclusive Hiring Standards
* Fair Chance Hiring: 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.
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