Dr. Barbara Sturm Assistant Communications Manager

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Dr. Barbara Sturm is hiring an Assistant Communications Manager in London to support PR, media relations and luxury brand communications.

Overview

Dr. Barbara Sturm is a physician-founded, science-led luxury skincare brand renowned for clinically-informed formulations and premium spa and retail experiences. The brand operates globally across high-end department stores, specialist retailers and standalone boutiques, and is recognised for a meticulous approach to product development and elevated brand presentation.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support the Communications Manager in developing and executing integrated PR and communications strategies tailored to luxury skincare and wellness audiences.
  • Manage day-to-day media relations: draft press materials, prepare media lists, distribute releases and maintain journalist and influencer relationships.
  • Coordinate product launches, press events, media previews and experiential activations in London and for the UK market, liaising with internal teams and external partners.
  • Produce and edit compelling copy for press releases, media kits, social assets, website copy and executive communications to ensure consistent brand voice.
  • Monitor media coverage and social conversations; prepare regular reports and analysis to measure campaign impact and inform strategy.
  • Oversee influencer and content creator collaborations, including briefing, negotiation, logistics and performance tracking.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, retail, education and product teams to ensure aligned messaging and timely communications.
  • Manage PR budgets and supplier relationships, ensuring contractual compliance and budgetary control.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or a related discipline.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ professional experience in PR or communications, ideally within beauty, luxury goods, skincare or lifestyle sectors.
  • Proven experience handling UK media and influencer relations, with a demonstrable network of contacts in beauty and lifestyle press.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong editorial judgement and attention to detail.

Skills

Media relations Press release and copywriting Event coordination and hospitality Influencer outreach and campaign management Media monitoring and reporting Budget management Cross-functional stakeholder management

Experience

At least 3 years of hands-on PR or communications experience, preferably split between agency and in-house roles within the beauty, luxury or lifestyle sectors; experience managing UK media relations and product launches is highly desirable.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or a related field.

Workplace

The role is situated in London, England, UK. There are currently 436 open positions in London on Cerulean, with 11 added recently. Within England, Cerulean currently features 545 open roles, including 15 recent additions. Across UK, Cerulean lists 579 open roles — 23 of them newly added.

Culture

The organisation combines clinical rigor with luxury brand sensibilities, fostering a culture that values scientific integrity, meticulous standards and premium customer experiences. Teams operate collaboratively across product, retail and marketing disciplines, with an emphasis on creativity, professionalism and attention to detail.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.