Senior Manager, External Communications
Weight Watchers
| Company | Weight Watchers |
| Category | Marketing |
| Location | United States - New York |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Manager |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Last verified | 3 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
WeightWatchers is a global digital health company.
WeightWatchers is a global digital health company and the world’s #1 doctor-recommended, clinically studied behavioral weight health program. For sixty years, we have led the industry by blending science and community to help millions of people build sustainable healthy habits.
As the science of weight health rapidly evolves, so does WeightWatchers. We are redefining the category by developing new clinical pathways for GLP-1 medication access , creating specialized behavioral programs for members on weight-loss medications, and integrating medical care with our proven habit-change framework. By combining these clinical breakthroughs with our digital-first community, we are uniquely positioned to lead the future of weight health care. About the Role
The Senior Manager, External Communications will be responsible for executing external communications and storytelling that shapes how the brand shows up across media, culture, and the broader wellness conversation.
Reporting to the Head of PR & External Communications, this role will manage the execution of external communications strategies that drive brand relevance, earned visibility, consumer messaging and media opportunities that drive cultural relevance and audience engagement. This position will work closely with marketing, brand, partnerships, and talent teams to amplify the brand’s voice and help maintain a steady drumbeat of earned storytelling.
The ideal candidate is a strong storyteller and strategic communicator with experience translating brand moments, partnerships, campaigns, company initiatives and business priorities into compelling narratives that resonate with consumers and media alike.
Key Responsibilities
External Storytelling & Brand Narrative
Manage day-to-day consumer-facing communications and storytelling across media and public channels
Develop and amplify the brand narrative across consumer press, lifestyle outlets, emerging media and cultural platforms
Translate brand strategy, campaigns, and partnerships into impactful consumer storytelling opportunities
Consumer PR Strategy
Support and execute consumer PR initiatives that drive awareness and engagement
Manage consumer media outreach, story development, and press opportunities
Identify culturally relevant moments and media opportunities that position the brand within wellness, health, and lifestyle conversations
Brand Communications
Develop messaging that connects the brand to consumers in a clear, compelling, and culturally relevant way
Ensure consistency of brand narrative across media opportunities, partnerships, and brand moments
Partner closely with brand, marketing, partnerships, and talent teams to support campaigns and launches
Media & Cultural Relevance
Build and maintain relationships with key consumer, business, lifestyle, and wellness media
Identify opportunities to place the brand in relevant cultural conversations
Support press strategy for partnerships, events, and brand activations
Agency Management & Execution
Support management of external PR agencies and help guide day-to-day priorities
Collaborate closely with agency teams to drive consumer coverage and storytelling opportunities
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner closely with marketing, brand, partnerships, and talent teams to ensure consumer communications supports broader company initiatives
Work closely with the Head of PR & External Communications to align consumer messaging with the broader corporate narrative and company priorities
Qualifications
8+ years experience in public relations, external and consumer communications, or brand storytelling
Strong background in consumer PR, lifestyle media, and brand communications
Proven ability to generate impactful media coverage and culturally relevant storytelling opportunities
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