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Senior Manager, External Communications

Weight Watchers
United States - New York, USAfull_timePosted 11 Jun 2026

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<div class="content-intro"><h3><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">WeightWatchers is a global digital health company.&nbsp;</span></h3> <p>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.</p> <p>As the science of weight health rapidly evolves, so does WeightWatchers. We are redefining the category by developing <strong>new clinical pathways for GLP-1 medication access</strong>, 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.</p></div><h2><strong>About the Role</strong></h2> <p>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.</p> <p>Reporting to the Head of PR &amp; 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.</p> <p>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.</p> <h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2> <p><strong>External Storytelling &amp; Brand Narrative</strong></p> <ul> <li>Manage day-to-day consumer-facing communications and storytelling across media and public channels</li> <li>Develop and amplify the brand narrative across consumer press, lifestyle outlets, emerging media and cultural platforms</li> <li>Translate brand strategy, campaigns, and partnerships into impactful consumer storytelling opportunities</li> </ul> <p><strong>Consumer PR Strategy</strong></p> <ul> <li>Support and execute consumer PR initiatives that drive awareness and engagement</li> <li>Manage consumer media outreach, story development, and press opportunities</li> <li>Identify culturally relevant moments and media opportunities that position

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