Influencer Partnerships Lead

M+C Saatchi UK; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 vacation days

401k match

Summer Fridays

Holiday breaks

Flexible WFH

Job summary

M+C Saatchi Performance in New York is seeking an Influencer Marketing Manager to drive partnerships and content initiatives for key clients. You will be the primary contact for new influencer inquiries, identifying opportunities, negotiating, and managing campaigns.

The ideal candidate is tuned into social media trends with a sharp eye for emerging creators on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. You will lead briefs, manage campaigns, and contribute to performance-driven strategies.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing end-to-end influencer campaigns, preferably with performance KPIs.
• Hands-on experience with influencer discovery & management platforms (e.g. CreatorIQ, Klear, or similar).
• Experience in crafting briefs that align with brand goals and provide clear direction for content execution.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple campaigns simultaneously while coordinating with influencers, talent agencies, and other partners at various stages.
• Self-starter and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with internal teams to develop and execute tailored campaign strategies that align with our clients' objectives
• Manage and grow relationships with external partners, including but not limited to influencers, UGC agencies, talent networks, and independent creators
• Lead the full influencer campaign process, from talent discovery and outreach to negotiation, scheduling, and performance tracking
• Develop clear and compelling briefs to guide partners in creating content and executing campaigns effectively
• Ensure timely content delivery, providing feedback to creators and partners as needed to adhere to the brand briefs
• Stay informed on industry trends and platform updates to help inform future campaigns
• Support marketing efforts by contributing to sales materials, case studies, industry reports, and content for owned channels
• Identify opportunities to refine workflows and improve efficiency across influencer, UGC, and affiliate programs
• Educate internal teams on best practices and equip them with the knowledge to confidently communicate the value of influencers to clients, helping drive adoption and business growth

Skills

Influencer marketing

Campaign management

Negotiation

Partner relationship management

Content strategy

Performance KPIs

Social media trends

CreatorIQ

Klear

Tools

CreatorIQ

Klear

Job description

M+C Saatchi Performance in New York is seeking an Influencer Marketing Manager to drive partnerships and content initiatives for key clients. You will be the primary contact for new influencer inquiries, identifying opportunities, negotiating, and managing campaigns.

The ideal candidate is tuned into social media trends with a sharp eye for emerging creators on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. You will lead briefs, manage campaigns, and contribute to performance-driven strategies.