PMC: Manager, Global Partnership Management

Penske Media • Los Angeles, CA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is seeking a talented, results-oriented Manager to join its Global Partnership Management team in Los Angeles or New York City. Reporting to the Head of International, this role works closely with the Corporate Business Development team to understand PMC brands’ editorial missions and strategies, communicate them to partners, and help ensure partners align with PMC’s vision. The position also supports select domestic syndication partnerships and cross-functional partnership initiatives.

The role works across international partners and PMC’s US-based editorial, creative, advertising, marketing, and events teams. It oversees partner compliance with brand guidelines, contractual obligations, and approval processes; supports renewals, onboarding, and expansion opportunities; and coordinates brand guidance, content rights, KPIs, timelines, approvals, and deliverables across markets and time zones.

The position is based in Los Angeles or New York City. PMC employees work onsite four days per week and remotely one day per week. The company describes its work environment as office-first and highly collaborative and does not offer remote-only roles.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in a brand management or partnership management role.
• Expert communication and relationship-building skills, with a strong sense of urgency.
• Deep understanding of and comfort with digital and social media and online publishing.
• Excellent presentation and writing skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and prioritization skills, with high attention to detail.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and cross-functionally with a variety of stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Entertainment or media industry experience.
• Fluency in multiple languages and/or international work experience.

Responsibilities

• Liaise between international partners and US-based editorial, creative, advertising, marketing, and events teams.
• Help manage select domestic syndication partners in support of the Business Development team.
• Oversee partner compliance with brand guidelines, contractual obligations, and approval processes.
• Keep key international partners informed about brand news and upcoming initiatives.
• Assist the Business Development team with renewals, new partner onboarding, and expansion opportunities.
• Create and update brand handbooks and style guides.
• Share best practices and brand guidance across print, digital, social, events, product licensing, and other channels.
• Coordinate with editorial and legal teams to ensure content rights are cleared as needed.
• Measure and analyze partners’ efforts against KPIs.
• Track media and product or experience launch timelines, approvals, and deliverables.
• Collaborate with partners across multiple time zones and international markets.
• Perform administrative duties as necessary.

Benefits

• PMC-paid medical, dental, and vision healthcare for employees and their families, with no employee paycheck contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter expenses.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Company discounts and perks, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, mortgage discounts, and savings on wellness, lifestyle, and financial essentials.
• Flexible Vacation Policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed