Senior PR Manager

Job Summary

The Senior PR Manager at Faux has a central leadership role, reporting directly to the PR Director and overseeing their own team. They are responsible for leading the successful management of a group of leading fashion and beauty clients, spanning PR Strategy Development, Press and Influencer Engagement, Commercial Investments, and more.

This role requires previous experience in a similar Senior PR position, working specifically across fashion and beauty clients in the GCC. The ideal candidate for this role will have a strong sense of autonomy and a desire to take on a leadership role within a fast-paced and dynamic agency.

Innovation and professionalism lie at the heart of Faux’s approach, and these qualities will be reflected in the successful candidate.

Responsibilities

* Development and implementation of innovative and effective strategies for PR clients, spanning Press, Influencer, and VIP Relations
* Demonstrate leadership skills, including team management, mentoring direct reports, and providing clear, critical feedback
* Responsibility for the successful delivery of organic and commercial PR projects carried out on behalf of clients, meeting or exceeding KPIs
* Work in partnership with the Faux Events team to effectively plan and host events, activations, and other concepts
Active contribution to the business development goals of the agency, participating in the development and presentation of pitches for new business
* Maintain a strong awareness of industry trends, talents, and other movements in order to provide the best possible insight to clients, GCC-wide
* Planning and negotiation of commercial talent and media deals on behalf of clients, including advertorials, ambassadorship deals, and paid campaigns
* Budget management, including the responsible planning, spending, and tracking of client budgets, seasonally

Qualifications

* Ideally a bachelor’s or master’s degree in public relations, communications, or other relevant discipline
* At least 5 years of industry experience, including experience in the role of PR / Communications Manager, specifically in the fashion and/or beauty industries
* Proven success in a previous senior PR role, including the securing of high-value coverage and generation of market-leading ideas
* Strong regional networks with press, influencers, stylists, and celebrities
* Proven leadership skills, with the ability to confidently guide and manage a team
* Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills, in order to thrive in a fast-paced agency environment
* A creative thinker who values innovation, bringing to the table fresh ideas and strategies

Employee Benefits

Faux places a strong focus on team well-being and offers a highly competitive package of employee benefits, including flexible working structures and other team incentives.