Global Partnership Manager
PMC
Los Angeles, CAThis is a Full Time Job
PMC: Manager, Global Partnership Management
This role will report into the Head of International and work closely with the larger Corporate Business Development team to understand each of PMC’s brands’ editorial missions and current strategy, be able to communicate that to each of our partners, and work with them to ensure they align with PMC’s vision. This person will also help to manage select domestic syndication partnerships and cross-functional partnership initiatives.
As PMC values in-person collaboration and team cohesion, employees work onsite 4 days a week and 1 day remotely with a focus on maintaining a vibrant and inclusive culture.
Responsibilities:
• Liaise between all international partners and our US-based editorial, creative, advertising, marketing, and events teams.
• Help manage select domestic syndication partners to support the larger Business Development team.
• Oversee partner compliance with brand guidelines, contractual obligations, and approval processes.
• Update key international partners regularly with brand news and upcoming initiatives.
• Assist the Business Development team during renewals, new partner onboarding, and expansion opportunities.
• Create and update brand handbooks/style guides.
• Share best practices and brand guidance across all channels – print, digital, social, events, product licensing, etc.
• Coordinate with editorial and legal teams to ensure content rights are cleared as needed.
• Measure & analyze our partners’ efforts to meet KPIs.
• Track media and product/experience launch timelines, approvals, and deliverables.
• Collaborate with partners across multiple time zones and international markets.
• Administrative duties as necessary
Requirements:
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a brand management or partnership management role. Entertainment or Media industry experience is preferred but not required.
• An expert communicator and relationship builder with a strong sense of urgency.
• Deep understanding and comfort with digital & social media and online publishing.
• Excellent presentation and writing skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and prioritization skills with high attention to detail.
• Adept at exercising sound judgment and managing multiple projects in a fast-paced and dynamic working environment.
• Multiple language fluency and/or international work exposure is a plus but not required.
• Demonstrated ability to work well independently and cross-functionally with a variety of stakeholders.
At PMC, we believe working in a highly collaborative, office-first environment fosters real-time communication, spontaneous idea sharing, and stronger interpersonal relationships that drive innovation and team cohesion. PMC prioritizes in-person collaboration and does not offer remote-only roles.
Salary/Benefits
$78,000 - $84,000 /year USD
Factors that could be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, years of experience and comparison to current employees already in this role.
Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care & Commuter)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with an Employer match
Perks
• Company discounts
• Pet insurance
• Home & Auto insurance
• Mortgage discounts
• Savings on wellness, lifestyle, and financial essentials
• Flexible vacation policy
Additional Information
Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate monthly audience of more than 500 million people. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media, owning over 300 live events and reaching audiences across all screens. Recognized as one of the Top 100 Private Companies in the United States and North America, PMC encompasses iconic media brands such as Variety, Rolling Stone, The Verge, Billboard, The Hollywood Reporter, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Eater, Sportico, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, VIBE, IndieWire, SB Nation, ARTFORUM, POPSUGAR, Gold Derby, BEAUTY INC, Art in America, Punch, and The Dodo. Its live events include prestigious occasions like the Golden Globes, SXSW, Academy of Country Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, Dick Clark's New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, American Music Awards, and Latin Music Week. Additionally, PMC features Luminate, a premier music and entertainment data and analytics company. The company and its subsidiaries are co-headquartered in New York and Los Angeles, with offices in 14 countries worldwide.