Executive Director, Global Communications, Makeup

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of a cohesive, forward-thinking global communications strategy for the ELC makeup portfolio, including iconic brands like M·A·C and Bobbi Brown.
• Design and direct overarching global communications strategies to support new product launches, hero products, and key brand moments.
• Manage and mentor a high-performing team of communications professionals, fostering a collaborative and winning team culture.
• Act as a senior liaison with top-tier US and international media, leveraging executive-level relationships to secure major brand opportunities.
• Oversee executive positioning, preparing brand leaders for high-profile interviews, speaking engagements, and media appearances.
• Lead the communications strategy for all philanthropic initiatives across the makeup brands to drive awareness and engagement.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to manage crisis and issues communications to protect global brand equity.
• Oversee the global communications budget, ensuring optimal resource allocation and ROI.

Requirements

• 12-15+ years of related public relations or communications experience.
• Proven experience leading, coaching, and developing professional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Extensive network of senior-level relationships within the US beauty, lifestyle, and business press.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute successful, large-scale global communications strategies.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and presentation skills.
• Bachelor's degree is required; an MBA is preferred.
• Fluency in English is required.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary range ($177,100.00 - $304,500.00).
• Participation in a highly competitive bonus program.
• Eligibility for the company share incentive plan.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage (medical, dental, and vision).
• Wellness and family support programs.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Paid leave programs, holidays, and vacation time.

About the Company

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is one of the world’s leading manufacturers, marketers, and sellers of quality skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products. A steward of luxury and prestige brands globally, our products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories under iconic brand names including Estée Lauder, Clinique, M·A·C, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, La Mer, and many others.