PR And Partnerships Lead; Menswear

Overview

Job Title: PR And Partnerships Lead (Menswear)

Location: MKI HQ (Leeds, West Yorkshire)

Job Type: Full-time

Department: Marketing

Start Date: Immediate

The Role:

In line with our next phase of growth, we’re on the lookout for an established PR, partnerships & influencer lead to join our marketing team. You’ll lead press strategy, media relationships, stylist relations, VIP shopping experiences, influencer partnerships, and cultural partnerships — shaping how MKI is seen and spoken about across editorial, social, and creative platforms. Working closely with the brand marketing, creative, and e-commerce teams, you’ll deliver key moments of visibility and connection.

• PR & Product Placement
• Develop and execute MKI press strategy.
• Build and maintain relationships with editors, stylists, and media contacts.
• Lead seasonal press outreach, mailers, and communications.
• Manage sample requests and logistics for press, stylists, and talent.
• Partnerships & Collaborations
• Working with the brand marketing team you will:
  Identify and manage cultural partnerships to boost brand visibility.
• Oversee delivery of live partnership activations.
• Influencer & tastemaker relations
• Build and nurture relationships with key figures in menswear, culture, and lifestyle.
• Oversee influencer seeding programs.
• Identify emerging talent aligned with MKIs values and aesthetic.
• VIP Shopping & Client Experience
• Manage private appointments, previews, and exclusive product access.
• Maintain high-touch client relationships to enhance loyalty and brand engagement.

• 5+ years’ experience in PR and partnerships within fashion — ideally menswear.
• Established network of editors, stylists, influencers, and media contacts.
• Strong understanding of the connection between culture, community, and brand storytelling.
• Confident communicator — able to pitch, present, and negotiate with ease.
• Organised, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, creative environment.
• Collaborative by nature, but able to lead projects independently.

• The role is based full-time, at our headquarters in Bingley, West Yorkshire, Monday – Friday (this role is not suited to freelance or remote workers).
• The position is a new role within the team
• Salary will be negotiated on experience.

Please send your cv and cover letter detailing your experience and why you’re interested in the role to