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Position Summary

Searchlight Social is seeking an experienced Influencer Manager to lead brand partnerships, strategy, and business development for one of our top-tier influencers in the fragrance and cosmetics category. The ideal candidate will bring established relationships, a deep understanding of the beauty industry, and a proven track record of managing and scaling creator-brand partnerships. This individual will serve as a business development partner, driving growth and long-term success for our talent.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, negotiate, and execute brand partnership opportunities with major and emerging fragrance and cosmetic brands.

• Strategize and develop integrated campaign concepts tailored to the influencer’s brand and audience.

• Manage the full deal lifecycle, from initial outreach and contract negotiation to delivery oversight and performance analysis.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with brand partners, talent representatives, and agency contacts.

• Oversee the influencer’s calendar of campaigns, events, and collaborations to ensure timely execution and alignment with overall brand objectives.

• Collaborate with internal creative, social, and analytics teams to optimize content strategies for engagement and growth.

• Conduct market research to identify trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities in the beauty and luxury retail sectors.

• Track campaign performance, report key outcomes, and provide insights to improve future partnerships.

• Support long-term brand visioning, product collaborations, and potential licensing opportunities.

• Mentor junior team members and contribute to the development of Searchlight Social’s influencer management processes.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in influencer management, talent representation, or brand partnerships within the beauty, fragrance, or cosmetics sectors.

• Strong understanding of the fragrance industry with appropriate contacts with industry leaders

• Proven track record of securing six and seven-figure brand deals and managing complex campaign portfolios.

• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.

• Deep understanding of digital platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and emerging social channels.

• Exceptional organizational and project management abilities.

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate performance data into actionable insights.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field preferred.

Location

Hybrid or remote, based in the U.S.

Job Type/Hours:

Contractor, Flexible