Senior Manager, Marketing

Company Description

 

At MSL, we’re on a mission to make every client more influential and a positive force of influence in the(ir) world. Why? Because we know that influence = impact and the more influential you are, the more impactful you can be. We’re proud to partner with incredible brands, companies and leaders who want to push boundaries and create change – and we’re looking for passionate creators and storytellers who want to do the same. But it’s not just our work (and the awards we win for it) that energizes us, it’s who we are as a team. A team of powerhouse professionals that is driven by three core values: Leading, Learning and Loving. A team that has ranked us a “Best Place to Work” in the industry year over year.

Job Description

This is a hands-on role for a strong writer, editor, and communicator who knows how to get things done. You'll lead MSL's social channels and digital platforms, manage our awards program from submission to celebration, and pitch our stories to the industry trades that shape our category.  You'll partner closely with the EVP, Marketing & Communications, practice leaders, designers, producers, and external partners to elevate MSL's brand. The ideal candidate is a builder who enjoys creating structure, improving processes, and bringing new ideas to the table. You have exceptional attention to detail, write with clarity and impact, edit with confidence, and have the judgment and taste to know what great looks like.

Responsibilities

Own MSL's social and digital presence. Manage our social channels and digital platforms, oversee the content calendar, edit and occasionally write copy, brief creative partners, and ensure content is on-brand and on schedule. Track performance and apply insights to continually improve our presence.

 

Lead MSL U.S.'s awards program. Manage the awards process from strategy through submission—writing and editing entries, coordinating creative assets, managing deadlines, tracking results, and identifying new opportunities. Partner closely with the EVP, account teams, writers, designers, and producers to showcase our best work.

 

Manage trade media and industry visibility. Support trade media strategy by pitching stories, responding to media opportunities, and developing compelling press materials. Stay on top of industry trends, media landscapes, and reporter interests to maximize visibility.

 

Write, edit, and elevate agency communications. Serve as a trusted writer and editor for internal and external communications, including executive messaging, LinkedIn content, website copy, announcements, and other thought leadership.

 

Support high-profile agency moments. Help bring MSL to life across industry events, internal initiatives, and cultural moments—from Cannes and award shows to employee engagement and agency activations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in marketing, communications, or public relations, ideally within an agency environment
• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to adapt tone and format for different audiences
• Proven experience managing award show submissions
• Established relationships across PR and advertising trade media preferred
• Experience managing social media and digital channels for a brand or agency
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Experience managing a direct report or mentoring a junior team member
• Confidence partnering with senior leaders and providing thoughtful strategic counsel
• Familiarity with AI tools and a curiosity for how emerging technologies can enhance communications and marketing
• You have a bias for action, commitment to quality and a sense of humor

Additional Information

Our Publicis Groupe motto “Viva La Différence” means we’re better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.

 

Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.

 

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact [email protected].

 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

 

Compensation Range: USD $75,050.00 - USD $107,835.00/Annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 8/1/2026.