Sr. Manager, Public Relations and Communications

Socket.dev; New York (NY); On-site; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health premiums paid

Mental health support

3 floater days

10 sick days

4 extra paid days off (Victoria Day, C

Canada Day, Civic Holiday, Labour Day

Parental leave top-up to 80% for 24 w

GRSP match up to 3%

$500 annual development budget

50% Knix product discount

Job summary

Knix is seeking a Senior Manager, PR + Communications to lead strategy and execution for Knix, Kt by Knix, and Mntd brands in North America, with emphasis on the U.S. market. Based in the New York area, this role partners with senior leadership to drive earned media and partnerships across regions.

The ideal candidate has strong media relationships, agency experience, and a track record in end-to-end PR programs. This is an individual contributor role with travel to Toronto a few times per year.

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of experience in PR, brand partnerships, communications, or marketing.
• 2-3 years in a leadership role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and G Suite.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic PR program focused on earned media in the U.S.
• Build relationships with media, culture, and industry partners.
• Lead day-to-day management of the PR agency with clear briefs and timelines.
• Partner with Brand team to identify culturally relevant opportunities and integrated plans.
• Align PR with broader marketing strategy and measure impact across awareness and business goals.
• Oversee media outreach processes, planning, and campaign execution.
• Forecast, measure, and report on PR and partnership performance.
• Collaborate with regional teams to amplify local market opportunities.

Skills

Public relations

Brand partnerships

Communications

Media relations

Relationship building

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

G Suite

Job description

Knix is an award-winning intimate apparel and activewear brand that is re-inventing intimates for real life. Through our innovative products and our engaged community, we are empowering people everywhere to be unapologetically free. Launched in 2013, we are one of the fastest-growing intimate apparel brands in North America and are globally recognized as an innovator within the apparel space. We reach over 3 million customers through our online stores, Knix retail locations across North America and channels such as wholesale and Amazon. We are revolutionizing the apparel industry with our best-in-class customer experience, innovative products and brands Knix and Kt by Knix. Come join us if you are looking for a purpose-driven and authentic career!

The Senior Manager, PR + Communications identifies opportunities that will further elevate the Knix, Kt by Knix, and Mntd brands by driving awareness, brand obsession and cultural relevance. This position will oversee Public Relations and Corporate Communications initiatives to ensure consistent and qualitative coverage of both brands across North America, with a strong focus on the US market. This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports, requiring the ability to seamlessly balance high-level strategy, detailed planning, and hands-on execution. The successful candidate will demonstrate a high level of ownership and resiliency to drive impact. This requires collaboration with our brand team to establish strong partnerships both on a regional and national scale across the US and Canada. The ideal candidate will be based in the New York or Tri-State area, have strong relationships with US media, and have experience working with or within PR agencies. This role also requires some travel to our Toronto office approximately six times per year.

About You:

• You are equally creative and logical in your approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• You stay up to date on current events, news, social media trends, and pop culture.
• You are a natural relationship builder and people person.
• You excel at time management and can juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• You are a community builder and networker, bringing people together and fostering brand connections.
• You can see the big picture while managing details to ensure success.
• You use analytical skills to solve problems and find the best outcomes.
• You are agile and can work independently while collaborating with a larger cross-functional team.

The Opportunity:

• Develop and execute a strategic public relations program that elevates Knix's brand profile, with a strong focus on driving earned media and storytelling in the U.S.
• Build and cultivate meaningful relationships across media, culture, and industry to keep Knix top of mind as a preferred brand and partner.
• Lead day-to-day management of the PR agency, ensuring clear briefs, priorities, reporting, timelines, and measurable outcomes.
• Partner closely with the Brand team to identify culturally relevant opportunities, maximize earned media potential, and develop integrated communications plans.
• Align PR initiatives with the broader marketing strategy, establishing clear KPIs and measuring impact across awareness, brand equity, and business objectives.
• Develop scalable processes for media outreach, relationship management, press planning, and campaign execution.
• Identify, evaluate, and cultivate strategic partnership opportunities that strengthen brand relevance and generate earned media.
• Create compelling project briefs, messaging frameworks, and executive-ready presentations to support cross-functional alignment and decision-making.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional marketing teams to ensure proactive communications planning around key business priorities and brand moments.
• Forecast, measure, and report on PR and partnership performance, including earned media, co-branded initiatives, events, and other strategic collaborations.
• Partner with Regional Field Marketing to identify and amplify local market opportunities that support brand awareness and community engagement.
• Oversee all PR operations, including agency management, media materials, press timelines, event communications, reporting, and ongoing optimization.

Qualifications:

• Based in New York area with strong relationships with US media.
• 5-7+ years of experience in PR, brand partnerships, communications, or marketing, with 2-3 years in a leadership role.
• Preferred experience working closely with agency partners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and G Suite.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Experience negotiating contracts and agreements.
• Strong time management and logistics skills, with the ability to keep stakeholders accountable.
• Proven experience in end-to-end partnership development and management.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and subject matter expertise.
• Highly motivated, self-directed, and collaborative with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and work independently while engaging with cross-functional teams and external partners.

Salary

• Annual salary starting at $140,000.00 USD

Compensation & Care

Transparency is at the heart of everything we do, including how we pay. The posted expected salary for this role represents candidates developing new skills within the position. Increased salaries represent those who are more proficient or have achieved mastery or deep institutional knowledge over time. Your specific offer will rely on your unique experience and our team's current needs.

Rewards are not just about your regular pay and annual bonuses. We believe rewards should support your whole life, not just your work.

• 100% of the premiums for your health, dental, and Health Spending Account (HSA) through our benefits provider
• Generous coverage for paramedical services, mental health support, and vision care
• Dialogue, an app for virtual coaching, therapy, and legal counseling
• 3 Floater Days
• 10 Sick Days
• 4 extra paid days off attached to Victoria Day, Canada Day, Civic Holiday, and Labour Day
• Paid Parental Leave plan tops up your salary to 80% for 24 weeks (nearly 6 months), available to birthing parents, partners, and parents via adoption or surrogacy
• GRSP Match program (up to 3% match)
• $500 annual development budget
• 50% discount on Knix products

AI Disclosure Statement

We want to share that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help us screen and assess applications. While technology helps us stay organized, every hiring decision at Knix is made by real people who care about finding the best addition to our team. We use these tools to support our process, not to replace the human connection that makes our culture special.

How we Hire

Our people are what make Knix, Knix! Our people are passionate and have a strong belief in our mission.

Our people are naturally curious and ambitious by nature.

Employees feel respected and supported at Knix.

We take an inclusive and equitable approach offering the same interview experience to every candidate we meet with.

Knix is an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate everyone and their intersecting identities.

We know and believe that diverse and inclusive teams empower us to make better decisions and inspire innovation so that we can better serve our customers and community.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations and will work with you to meet your needs.

If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out!

We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.