Associate Director, Global Communications

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive external communications plans to increase awareness and enhance the organization's reputation.
• Oversee the writing and creation of press releases, press kits, pitches, ensuring adherence to AP style and Merz Aesthetics voice.
• Build and maintain relationships with media and content outlets, positioning Merz Aesthetics as a trusted source and subject matter expert.
• Manage media interviews from pitching to publishing, including creating story angles, identifying spokespeople, briefing and training spokespeople, managing logistics, fact checking, approvals, monitoring coverage, and socializing news.
• Stay up to date on industry and cultural trends to maximize external communications opportunities.
• Lead media monitoring using dedicated tools and ensure high attention to detail for accuracy and consistency.
• Drive high-quality, innovative public relations initiatives to enhance brand visibility and engage target audiences.
• Manage events and participation from start to finish with high attention to detail.
• Partner with internal teams to amplify content through creative external execution.
• Provide strategic input for the department's annual planning, ensuring initiatives align with organizational goals.
• Lead project development, set goals, scope, timelines, roles, and milestones, and develop tracking systems.
• Manage budgets and allocate resources effectively, setting KPIs and analyzing outcomes.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders at all levels and across functions.
• Leverage partnerships to meet communication needs and raise awareness of Merz Aesthetics.
• Collaborate with legal and regulatory teams to ensure compliance and smooth operations.
• Partner with colleagues across the organization to ensure integrated efforts and consistency.
• Support media training and develop talking points, Q&A, and briefing documents for executives and external thought leaders.
• Identify and partner with executives and external experts as spokespeople.
• Lead as a project manager and provide strategic direction as a subject matter expert.
• Manage agency and vendor relationships, ensuring effective collaboration and resource use.
• Develop and track project budgets, monitor spending, and optimize resource allocation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in journalism, communications, PR or related field.
• 7+ years of relevant work experience.
• 3-5 years project management experience.
• 3-5 years media relations experience.
• 2+ years managing multiple agencies and vendors.
• Experience developing and managing sizable budgets.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated teamwork and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to operate with a sense of urgency and high accountability.
• High attention to detail and proactive problem-solving skills.
• Comfort with online meeting tools and AV equipment.
• Experience in media relations, corporate communication, and PR.
• Experience in a highly regulated environment and in a global organization is preferred.

Nice to Have

• Master's Degree in a related discipline.
• 1-2 years of experience in a highly regulated environment.
• 2+ years of experience working in an agency.
• 2+ years of experience in a global organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in journalism, communications, PR or related field.
• 7+ years of relevant work experience.

Benefits & Perks

• Estimated salary range of $132K - $191K per year.