Senior Associate – Consumer & Lifestyle Team, PR & Influence

Ogilvy · Hong Kong, China

  • Senior
  • Full-time
  • Posted 2026-09-22
  • Confirmed live on 25 September 2026

Apply at Ogilvy

Job description

About Ogilvy

Ogilvy has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy more than 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity—innovating at the intersection of intelligence, imagination and influence, with experts across advertising, sports & entertainment, PR & social, consulting, and health collaborating seamlessly across more than 120 offices spanning 90 countries. Ogilvy was named Network of the Year at the 2026 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity and ranks as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC for the fourth consecutive year, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities. Ogilvy is part of WPP, the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. Powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform WPP Open, WPP unites cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, creativity, production, enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel. For more information, visit Ogilvy.com, and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook.

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.

About Ogilvy

Ogilvy was founded in 1948 as one office. Today, we operate as a creative network in 132 locations across 83 countries. In the course of this growth, the world has become effectively unrecognizable from what it once was. Ogilvy has been there every step of the way, shepherding the world’s most successful brands through the uncertainty and helping them adapt and stay relevant for the long-term.

We have succeeded because, despite the massive shifts that have occurred over the years, we have always operated in the way David Ogilvy envisioned. He created a corporate culture that deeply respected and cared about its people and its clients. We honor his legacy by operating with that same commitment.

At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business, fostering collaboration and a celebration of self-expression

About The Role

Ogilvy is seeking a dynamic and strategic Senior Associate to join our PR & Influence team. In this role, you will be the driving force behind executing integrated public relations campaigns for world-class lifestyle brands, spanning fashion, travel, hospitality, and consumer goods.

As a Senior Associate, you will bridge the gap between strategic planning and flawless execution. You will leverage your lifestyle media connection, pitch compelling brand stories, and orchestrate impactful influencer (KOL) engagement strategies to deliver measurable buzz for our clients.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

Media Relations & Pitching

• Media Pitching: Proactively pitch creative story angles, product launches, and feature profiles to lifestyle media outlets.

• Network Maintenance: Maintain and actively expand an existing network of journalists, editors, and segment producers across print, digital, and broadcast lifestyle media.

• Press Office Management: Handle daily media inquiries, manage product seeding, and oversee the development of comprehensive media lists.

KOL & Influencer Engagement

• Strategy & Selection: Identify, vet, and recommend macro- and micro-influencers who align authentically with client brand values.

• Campaign Management: Manage end-to-end KOL campaigns, including contract negotiation, content briefing, timeline management, and final deliverable tracking.

• Relationship Building: Foster long-term, organic relationships with key content creators and talent managers within the lifestyle space.

Content & Writing

• Copywriting: Draft high-quality press releases, media pitches, talking points, social copy, and briefing materials in a compelling, brand-aligned voice.

• Reviewing: Review and polish translated materials or junior team members' drafts to ensure client-ready quality.

Event Execution & Project Management

• Event Management: Lead the on-the-ground execution of press conferences, product launches, media tastings, and influencer experiential events.

• Account Coordination: Manage day-to-day project timelines, ensure deadlines are met, and oversee the compilation of client coverage reports and monthly retainers.

What You’ll Need
We're seeking someone who doesn't just meet expectations but exceed them with passion and brilliance. If you're ready to make your m

Prepare for the interview

Nothing collected for this employer yet. The Blind 75 is what technical screens draw from; practise it here, with a coach, in Java or Python.

More at Ogilvy

All open software jobs