Marketing Activation Manager
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Job Summary
- Application Deadline: Dec. 31 2025
- Oslo
- Hybrid
Job Description
After nearly two years at Lyko I can honestly say this is the place for marketers who are truly passionate about their field. Here you get the opportunity to build a brand with boundless creativity innovation and a short path from idea to just a few years our brand awareness has grown so strong that almost half of all women in Norway think of Lyko when they think of beauty and this is only the beginning! To take us further on this fast-paced growth journey I am now looking for an experienced marketer who loves the craft thrives in a high-tempo environment and is just as excited about next-level ideas as I am. If you want to help shape the future of Lyko I hope you will apply! - Thea Heen Head of Marketing Norway
2026 and beyond
We are entering a new phase and yes we are upping the stakes. The strategy is inplacethe foundation is strong and recent activities such as Lyko on Wheels Halloween and opening of Lyko Kvadrat have shown what happens when insight creativity and execution really meet in that sweet spot. The coming years will mean morepartner-driven campaigns closer collaboration with key brands more work with creators local relevance and an activation calendar that is fuller and more demanding than before.
To be able to dothis we are now looking for a Marketing Activation Manager for the Norwegian market who enjoys turning direction into action and driving the operational parts of our campaigns and activations. You will work closely with Thea and the team to translate the overall direction into operational plans and day to day execution. You help make things happen keep projects moving and ensure that the details land where they should.
What you will do
Lets be clear about what you will actually work with in this position.
- Run campaigns from brief to plan to production to live and into clear learnings
- Keep timelines workflows teams and partners aligned without losing tempo
- Understand question and help guide media recommendations within a broad channel mix for example but not limited to OOH DOOH OLV display paid social etc.
- Strengthen campaigns through creators cultural insight and smart opportunities in social and digital
- Drive both digital and physical activations and be comfortable being hands-on on-site when needed
- Follow up on KPIs and create recaps that actually improve the next campaign
About the role and the team
You will join a fantastic team of specialists within Social Media Event and PR Influencer Marketing and Project Management. The role is a permanent full-time position based at our headquarters in Karl Johan and you will report to Thea Heen Head of Marketing Norway. Do you have a long notice period No worries were more than happy to wait for the right person.
Wondering about hybrid work At Lyko we work Business First which means we mix flexibility with showing up where it matters. Youre expected to be on-site at least three days a week and in this role physical presence is a natural part of the job. Events activations store moments and meetings with partners all happen in real life and we need someone who thrives in that energy. The remaining days are flexible as long as it works for your team and the business. If you want to learn more about us please explore our career site.
Who you are
You are a broad marketer who enjoys when things move and still cares deeply about quality. You have delivered campaigns end to end and understand how media ideas and production come together in practice to create real impact.
You do not need a people manager title to lead. You do it through clarity structure and pace. People trust you because you bring structure clarity and reliability to the parts of the process you own. You are at your best in environments where plans can change opportunities can pop up and decisions need to be taken fast and you help bring order when things move quickly and support teams in staying aligned.
You will thrive here if you have
- Solid experience in marketing campaign management or project management
- Strong practical understanding of the full marketing ecosystem including creative media retail social and influencers and how they work together in a campaign
- Strong understanding of external media and confidence in challenging media agencies
- Proven experience turning campaign plans into concrete deliverables across both digital and physical channels
- Good instincts for culture trends and Gen Z and Millennial behaviour
- Confidence coordinating many stakeholders and parallel workflows
- Experience from fast moving organisations where priorities can shift
- A hands on approach and high standards for what you deliver
- Fluency in English and Norweigan both spoken and written
Bonus if you bring - Experience from events retail activations or brand experiences
- Experience working closely with creators influencers or production partners
Apply quick and easy without a CV or cover letter!
Hey! Dont hesitate to apply even though you dont tick all the boxes on our (wish) list. We believe that who you are and what skills you have is more important than the number of years of experience
If this sounds exciting and youre eager to apply - go ahead and do it ASAP! Its quick and easy. No CV or cover letter needed instead we ask you to answer a few questions that are valuable for us in our selection process. Please apply as soon as possible but no later than 31st of December 2025. But due to the upcoming holidays it takes us some time to come back to you.
Do you have questions about the position Contact Lisa Nilsson Talent Acquisition Partner at emailprotected. We look forward to receiving your application!
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Business
- Marketing
- Key Decision Makers
- Active Directory
- Customer Service
- Performance Evaluations
- Federal Regulations
- Communications
- Account Management
- Project Management
- Minimum Data Set
- Budget management
- Powerpoint
- Direct Reports
About Company
About the company Lyko is a haircare and beauty specialist with the ambition to transform the industry!
