Kendo Associate PR & Influencer Manager

London • UK

Monday, October 20, 2025

Kendo, a dynamic and innovative company within the luxury beauty sector, is renowned for its cutting-edge brands including Fenty Beauty by Rihanna, Fenty Skin, and Fenty Hair. As part of the larger LVMH group, Kendo benefits from the global reach and resources of a leading luxury conglomerate, offering employees a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of the beauty industry.

1. Line manage and mentor the Influencer & PR Coordinator, ensuring effective delegation and delivery of team objectives.
2. Act as the day-to-day lead for the PR agency, managing workflows and aligning with brand priorities.
3. Collaborate with internal teams to drive integrated campaigns and ensure brand alignment.
4. Support budget and finance management processes.
5. Assist in planning and executing PR and influencer strategies across various channels.
6. Coordinate paid influencer campaigns, including talent identification and performance tracking.
7. Oversee reporting processes, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of reports.
8. Lead execution of brand events and influencer trips, managing logistics and post-event wrap-up.
9. Build and maintain relationships with key influencers, nurturing long-term brand advocates.
10. Utilize influencer tracking platforms to monitor and optimize campaign performance.
11. Oversee influencer seeding initiatives and ensure impactful brand storytelling.

1. 4+ years of experience in influencer marketing and PR, preferably in the beauty industry.
2. Proven experience leading paid influencer campaigns and executing press/influencer events.
3. Strong knowledge of the influencer landscape and industry trends.

1. Strong understanding of influencer marketing, including paid partnerships and media strategy.
2. Excellent project and event management skills.
3. Ability to lead agencies and coordinate multiple stakeholders.
4. Strategic thinker with a data-driven mindset and attention to detail.
5. Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
6. Confident communicator and relationship-builder.
7. Strong understanding of social media platforms (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, etc.).
8. Skilled in influencer tracking tools (e.g., Traackr, Tribe).

Minimum 3 years of experience in influencer marketing and PR, ideally in the beauty sector.

The position offers a hybrid working model, combining the flexibility of remote work with the collaborative environment of office presence.

Kendo fosters a vibrant and fast-paced work environment, encouraging creativity and innovation. As part of the LVMH group, the company values diversity, excellence, and a commitment to sustainability, providing employees with opportunities for growth and development in a supportive and inclusive culture.