Marketing Junior Assistant, Fine Fragrance, Perfumery & Beauty – New York, NY
Location: New York, NY, US
The Marketing Junior Assistant, Fine Fragrance plays a key role in supporting the North American Fine Fragrance Marketing team through trend intelligence, category analysis, fragrance storytelling and client-focused marketing initiatives. This role combines creativity, strategic curiosity and strong organizational skills to help translate consumer, cultural and category insights into compelling presentations, fragrance narratives and business-building opportunities.
The ideal candidate brings a passion for beauty and fragrance, a refined visual aesthetic, exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while contributing to innovative client and category growth strategies.
Your Key Responsibilities:
• Support daily marketing initiatives including copywriting, fragrance description development, image sourcing and the creation of visually compelling content
• Research, track and analyze fragrance launches, category trends, consumer behaviors and emerging cultural influences to support client and business development initiatives
• Develop cross-category marketing presentations, trend reports and client-facing storytelling materials that translate insights into actionable opportunities
• Create compelling fragrance narratives and ingredient stories that bring concepts to life for internal teams and external clients
• Support the creation and execution of proactive initiatives, trend presentations, fragrance showcases and sensory experiences for clients and internal stakeholders
• Demonstrate a strong passion for beauty, fragrance, and socio-culture trends with the ability to identify emerging opportunities within the market
We Bring:
• An opportunity to be part of a team that is on the cutting edge of the fragrance industry, continuously pushing the limits
• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset
• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future
• A vibrant, creative atmosphere where innovation in fragrance is celebrated
• Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards
You Bring:
• Self-starter with high attention to detail and excellent interpersonal, organization, time management and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly in Power Point; Digitally savvy and can easily navigate Tik Tok, Instagram, and other social media
• Must be able to work onsite in our New York City office 4 days per week
• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of related experience within the beauty, fragrance or personal care industry
The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. Salary $60,000-$70,000.
In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.
About dsm-firmenich
At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.
Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.
From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.
And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.
Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together .
The application process
Interested in this position? Please apply online by uploading your resume in English via our career portal by October 23, 2026 .
Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement
At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.
We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.
And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.
Agency statement
We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.