Owned Media Specialist (Temporary Contract)

Description

Join our Team in Athens as an Owned Media Specialist and unlock an extraordinary opportunity to contribute to a team driven by the mission of 'Bringing the Best to Everyone We Touch'. Reporting to the Brand Director, this role is responsible for defining and executing the brands’ owned media strategy, overseeing social content, community engagement, creator partnerships, and performance tracking to drive brand visibility, consumer engagement and business growth. This is a six-month temporary contract role.

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven professional with a passion for storytelling, beauty, and brand building. The ideal candidate combines creativity with strategic thinking and a strong understanding of social media culture, demonstrating the ability to create engaging beauty and makeup content tailored to different audience segments (e.g., Gen Z, Millennials). A proactive, solution-oriented mindset, very strong copywriting abilities, and a customer-focused approach are essential, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The role requires someone who is both brand- and data-driven, capable of translating consumer insights and emerging trends into impactful owned and earned media initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the Brands’ overall strategy by defining and executing the owned media plan in alignment with the 360° Consumer Marketing Plan and A&P priorities.
• Develop and manage the social media strategy and calendar (Instagram), including content creation, localization, publishing, and campaign execution.
• Collaborate cross-functionally (Brand, brand.com, Customer Service) to ensure integrated owned media activations and consistent brand messaging.
• Monitor, analyze, and report KPIs, providing actionable insights and identifying shifts in consumer behavior and demand signals.
• Lead community management and social listening, sharing regular qualitative feedback and competitor insights with Brand and Consumer Marketing teams.
• Creates, reviews and localizes assets for social / digital platforms
• Support local content creation (photoshoots, events, store activations) and oversee creator collaborations, tracking performance and optimizing results.
• Contribute to capability building by promoting Owned Media expertise and supporting creators’ social media skill development within the affiliate.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role within marketing, communications, or social media.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field. MSc in Marketing and/or Digital certifications will be considered an asset.
• Previous experience in the cosmetics or FMCG industry.
• Proven experience managing and optimizing content across social media platforms (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, etc.) and related tools.
• Strong understanding of platform best practices, content optimization, and audience engagement strategies.
• Data-driven and SEO-oriented mindset with the ability to analyze KPIs and identify trends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Greek and English.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong brand knowledge, including products, consumer profiles, brand strategy, and understanding of artistry, creators and MUAs, will be considered an asset.

The Benefits:

At The Estee Lauder Companies, we believe in rewarding our employees for their dedication. As an Owned Media Specialist, you'll enjoy a competitive starting salary and gain exclusive access to our prestigious range of beauty products at attractive prices. We understand the importance of work-life balance, and we offer flexible work arrangements through our hybrid working environment. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to tap into our renowned global learning and development resources, ensuring your future career growth within the Estee Lauder Companies.

The Culture:

At Estee Lauder Companies, our success is driven by our people, brands, and culture. We foster an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity in people, ideas, talents, and experiences. Our vision and values are the foundation of everything we do, and our team is committed to creating countless moments of happiness and endless possibilities for both our employees and consumers alike.

Applications close on 23 May 2026.

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.