Open Positions

• Office Manager

  Ursa Major crafts refreshingly-different skincare essentials to help mindful explorers look, feel and do their best. Pure, powerful and refreshing, our advanced formulations nourish, calm and revitalize skin for that “healthy mountain glow”. Based in the Green Mountains of Vermont, we have loyal customers all over the world, united by a shared ethos of clean simple living, sustainability and a sense of adventure.

  THE ROLE

  • We’re looking for a dynamic individual to lead the charge in creating and maintaining a productive office environment at Ursa Major HQ. The right candidate will have a good sense of how to optimize a workspace to cater to the unique needs of our hybrid and remote team. The Office Manager will also be a key contributor to overall company culture and employee engagement. This role will have a variety of responsibilities to support company operations, including managing product donation requests, overseeing our careers inbox, and enhancing employee engagement through planning and execution of collaborative team events. This full-time Office Manager will help to make Ursa Major HQ a cheerful, efficient, and organized place to do our best work. This position will be based in our office in beautiful Waterbury, Vermont.

  ABOUT YOU

  • You’re an organized person who loves to roll your sleeves up and jump in. You are a team player who is capable of working with anyone, but you are also independently driven to leave things better than you found them. You love functionality and efficiency, but equally love creativity and fun. You have a strong work ethic and love a good to-do list. You’re awesome at balancing day-to-day details with big picture vision-making, and are excited to join a hard-working, fun-loving team with lots of momentum.

  RESPONSIBILITIES

  • - Create a warm, welcoming, and orderly atmosphere for our team and guests
  • - Keep the office organized and well-stocked (with skincare, office supplies, and snacks!)
  • - Manage office tech for productive workstations and meetings (printer setup, keeping wifi signal strong, and working with tech support as needed)
  • - Serve as liaison for office building services and deliveries
  • - Manage donation and sponsorship inquiries
  • - Plan team gatherings and company volunteer events to support overall company culture and employee engagement
  • - Manage our careers inbox, acting as the first point of contact for those interested in joining our growing team
  • - Help prep for weekly team meetings (manage agenda and meeting notes)
  • - Assist Founders with special projects and tasks (photoshoot prep, board meeting prep, organizing travel)

  QUALIFICATIONS

  • - Organized, reliable, patient & proactive
  • - At least 2-3 years of professional work experience
  • - Familiarity with Google Suite, Excel, Slack
  • - Technically proficient and can quickly learn new programs or solve tech issues
  • - Strong written and verbal communicator; comfortable picking up the phone
  • - Ability to work out of our Waterbury, Vermont office
  • - Enthusiasm for Ursa Major’s Mission and Values

  OUR MISSION

  Our mission at Ursa Major is to help people look, feel and do their best by tapping into the healing powers of nature—while raising the bar for what it means to be a responsible skincare company.

  What you’ll love about working at Ursa Major

  • - Co-workers who care about your success and wellbeing
  • - Competitive compensation, plus equity
  • - Health benefits and paid parental leave
  • - Employee 401k Opportunity and Company Match
  • - Generous vacation time plus 2 Epic Days yearly
  • - Dog friendly office
  • - Carbon Offsets for employee commutes
  • - Paid volunteer time and organized volunteer events with great organizations around VT
  • - Flex-time
  • - A kitchen stocked with snacks + local brews
  • - Free Ursa Major products—of course!
  
  Please submit your application (with a cover letter please) to careers@ursamajorvt.com.
  Also, please include the exact title of the job you're applying for in the Subject Line of your email.

• Product Development Manager

  Ursa Major crafts refreshingly-different skincare essentials to help mindful explorers look, feel and do their best. Pure, powerful and refreshing, our advanced formulations nourish, calm and revitalize skin for that “healthy mountain glow”. Based in the Green Mountains of Vermont, we have loyal customers all over the world, united by a shared ethos of clean simple living, sustainability and a sense of adventure.

  THE ROLE

  • The Product Development Manager will work closely with the Senior Director of Product Development to manage the product pipeline, from concept to launch. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who thrives in dynamic collaborative environments and doesn’t back down from a challenge. This is a remote position.

  ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • - Helps lead calendarized projects and drive them forward – includes research, evaluation and follow through of new product ideas and launches in line with the brand strategies.
  • - Takes ownership over assigned programs and works closely with the Director to help drive calendarized launches in all stages from concept to at-warehouse.
  • - Works with the Senior Director to partner with cross-functional teams (R&D labs, Marketing, Project manager, Packaging engineer, Clinical consultant, Operations) to ensure all developmental milestones are achieved based on program requirements/timelines.
  • Manages the product development process as follows:
  • - Evaluates product submission (lab, pilot, and batch approvals) in a timely manner. Communicates desired modifications or approvals to the lab.
  • - Keeps an organized system for all product and packaging submissions and approvals.
  • - Responsible for distributing product submissions and orchestrating feedback from founders, PD, Marketing.
  • - Actively participates in research of new product ideas (visual and literal) and, ingredient and technology stories.
  • - Prepares R&D briefs and product fact sheets to capture all development needs including product texture and fragrance benchmark, usage, product ingredients/technologies, positioning and claims with input from the Senior Director.
  • - Creates product profiles, testing and formula dossiers and turnover presentations under the supervision of the Senior Director.
  • - Assists in keeping product brief and stage gate materials up to date (including preliminary COGs).
  • - Helps drive and coordinate all testing (safety, clinical) with the help of the Senior Director.
  • - ​​Works with Project Manager to track all critical formula, copy, testing dates.
  • - Point of contact for inquiries from sales/marketing/CX regarding ingredient sustainability and origin.
  • - Coordinates orders of packaging samples for testing.
  • - Coordinates requests for product samples from Marketing, Creative, R&D labs, Sales.
  • - Maintains weekly status report and keeps Senior Director and/or supervisor informed of project details.
  • - Works with the Senior Director to put together presentations, meet with suppliers, and conduct research on new ingredients, technologies and products, etc.
  • - Stays abreast of new trends in and out of the industry, competitive product launches/claims and new technologies. Researches competitive marketplace for new products; reads magazines and industry publications, reviews social media, attends trend seminars or industry trade shows and reports on trends and related product developments.
  • - Travels to manufacturing facilities to work with the lab or supervise scale ups as needed.

  SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • - 4-5 years product development experience - skincare preferred
  • - Contract manufacturing experience is a plus
  • - Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
  • - Proactive, creative approach to problem solving
  • - Is a team player and approaches cross functional projects with a collaborative attitude
  • - Comfortable working independently in a dynamic environment while keeping follow-through and deliverables on time
  • - Ability to evaluate new projects with business opportunity and cross-functional concerns in mind - Passion for skincare, sustainability, quality, and staying up to date on trends

  OUR MISSION

  Our mission at Ursa Major is to help people look, feel and do their best by tapping into the healing powers of nature—while raising the bar for what it means to be a responsible skincare company.

  What you’ll love about working at Ursa Major

  - Small-company feel with big growth ambitions - A passion for sustainability - certified B Corp - Competitive compensation, plus equity
  • - Health benefits and paid parental leave
  • - Employee 401k Opportunity and Company Match
  • - Generous vacation time plus 2 Epic Days yearly
  • - Carbon Offsets for employee commutes
  • - Monthly team outings (usually volunteer work for local non-profits)
  • - Ability to work remotely
  • - Nice, new, and clean office in Waterbury, VT (dog-friendly)
  • - Free Ursa Major products—of course!
  
  Please submit your application (with a cover letter please) to careers@ursamajorvt.com.
  Also, please include the exact title of the job you're applying for in the Subject Line of your email.

• Director, Social Strategy & Influencer Marketing

  Ursa Major crafts refreshingly-different skincare essentials to help mindful explorers look, feel and do their best. Pure, powerful and refreshing, our advanced formulations nourish, calm and revitalize skin for that “healthy mountain glow”. Based in the Green Mountains of Vermont, we have loyal customers all over the world, united by a shared ethos of clean simple living, sustainability and a sense of adventure.

  ABOUT OUR DREAM CANDIDATE

  • Ursa Major is looking for an experienced Director of Social Strategy & Influencer Marketing to own social media as a channel—with equal emphasis on organic brand storytelling, community building, and influencer marketing.
    
    This role will report to our CEO, and eventually to a Senior Brand Marketer. They will manage and work in partnership with our Social Media Manager, and have the support to expand their in-house team over time.
    
    The right candidate is strategic, data and insights driven, innovative, tactically & operationally strong, and hands-on. They have a proven track record of building successful social brands, engaged communities, and influencer marketing programs that drive business results. As a key stakeholder in the marketing team, this role will own the strategy and execution for growing our brand awareness and revenue. They’ll leverage expertise and insights to optimize our social presence with smart, engaging, unmistakably Ursa Major content, while also powering up our influencer and content creator marketing programs.
    
    **This role is considered remote. We are headquartered in VT, with team members all over.

  What You’ll Do:

  • - Develop and help implement a strategy for organic social (Instagram & Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok) and influencer marketing.
  • - Collaborate with marketing and product teams to create compelling content for new product launches, and other key calendar moments.
  • - Curate a steady stream of organic content, informed by Ursa Major’s brand story, content pillars, and one-of-a-kind products.
  • - Build out Ursa Major’s UGC & influencer marketing programs, overseeing outreach efforts to creators who embody the Ursa Major spirit.
  • - Review and report regularly on social media engagement metrics, and make recommendations.
  • - Lead community management strategy and best practices, and identify opportunities to elevate stories from—and nurture relationships within—our community.
  • - Pitch opportunities for partnerships with like-minded brands and creators.
  • - Lead market and industry research to inform strategy.
  • - Develop and manage social media budgets, resources, and timelines.

  Who You Are:

  • - A seasoned expert with 7-10 years of social media experience (ideally a mix of agency and brand-side), including strategy, content development, social analytics, and community management.
  • - An experienced influencer marketer, familiar with data reporting tools and management platforms.
  • - A brand-first thinker. You’re not copying & pasting strategies or trends, but helping Ursa Major come to life authentically on social media in a way that resonates with our community.
  • - A blend of strategist, data-driven marketer and storyteller, with an impeccable eye for design.
  • - An excellent communicator with impeccable time management and organizational skills. You’re always thinking 12 steps ahead.
  • - A go-to resource for all things social, and a willingness to roll up your sleeves get things done in a small company setting.
  • - Very online—you never miss a beat in the ever-changing social media landscape.

  OUR MISSION

  Our mission at Ursa Major is to help people look, feel and do their best by tapping into the healing powers of nature—while raising the bar for what it means to be a responsible skincare company.

  What you’ll love about working at Ursa Major:

  • - Co-workers who care about your success and wellbeing
  • - Competitive compensation, plus equity
  • - Health benefits and paid parental leave
  • - Employee 401k Opportunity and Company Match
  • - Generous vacation time plus 2 Epic Days yearly
  • - Dog friendly office
  • - Carbon Offsets for employee commutes
  • - Paid volunteer time and organized volunteer events with great organizations around VT
  • - Flex-time
  • - A kitchen stocked with snacks + local brews
  • - Free Ursa Major products—of course!
  
  Please submit your application (with a cover letter please) to careers@ursamajorvt.com.
  Also, please include the exact title of the job you're applying for in the Subject Line of your email.

• Senior Art Director

  Ursa Major crafts refreshingly-different skincare essentials to help mindful explorers look, feel and do their best. Pure, powerful and refreshing, our advanced formulations nourish, calm and revitalize skin for that “healthy mountain glow”. Based in the Green Mountains of Vermont, we have loyal customers all over the world, united by a shared ethos of clean simple living, sustainability and a sense of adventure.

  ABOUT OUR DREAM CANDIDATE

  • Ursa Major is looking for a Senior Art Director to join our growing creative team.
    
    We’re looking for a true creative leader with a passion for visual storytelling and brand identity, who can help us continue to evolve and elevate our creative strategy and execution.
    
    This person will bring strong ideation, strategy, tactical execution and leadership skills to help shape the long-term vision for the Ursa Major brand. Reporting to our CEO, and eventually to a Senior Brand Marketer, this role will work closely with our founders, product development, ecommerce, marketing, creative, and social teams to maximize brand awareness and loyalty through inspired, on-brand creative efforts.
    
    **This role is based in the Northeast, requiring at least 1-2 visits/month to our headquarters in Waterbury, Vermont.

  What You’ll Do:

  • - Concept and help develop exceptional creative for launch campaigns, social media, emails, packaging, and all major channels.
  • - Manage and mentor our small but mighty in-house creative team and freelance designers—helping to further develop creative design as a function at Ursa Major.
  • - Partner with Copy & Content Director to manage the workflow of our in-house creative team, and ensure seamless production between copy & design.
  • - Ideate and assist in regular shoots (including storyboard, location, casting, styling, photography, and film), and attend shoots in-person, working closely with our intrepid in-house photographer.
  • - Evolve, develop and foster strong design conventions and guidelines for the brand (including art direction, graphics, typography, video, commissioned and organic content), oversee implementation and cohesiveness of the brand.
  • - Manage the creative request/approval process, and align with marketing and ecommerce teams to ensure that creative execution aligns with briefs.
  • - Own & effectively communicate our visual direction to internal and external teams.

  What You Have:

  • - 10-15 years of experience crafting outstanding creative at a design firm, agency, or premium direct-to-consumer brand(s).
  • - Experience managing a successful creative team.
  • - Experience executing across the full spectrum of creative brand work, including print, packaging, digital, social media, and video.
  • - A deep understanding of the principles of graphic design, photography, and videography.
  • - A portfolio of exceptional, relevant work.
  • - BFA or BA in graphic design, advertising, fine arts, or relevant field.
  • - Highly skilled in Adobe Creative Suite.
  • - An ability to be hands-on and toggle between the execution of day-to-day projects, while identifying and tracking against larger brand initiatives.
  • - An appreciation for premium consumer brands—the best of the best. You’re ever on the lookout for what other brands are doing well.
  • - A finger on the pulse of relevant trends, culture, current events, and competitors.
  • - An ability to infuse the Ursa Major values, stories, and brand aspirations into projects, from concept to completion.
  • - A keen interest in health, wellness, and sustainability.
  • - Nice-to-haves: experience in the beauty industry/CPG space, a natural passion for the outdoors, adventuring, and clean skincare!

  OUR MISSION

  Our mission at Ursa Major is to help people look, feel and do their best by tapping into the healing powers of nature—while raising the bar for what it means to be a responsible skincare company.

  What you’ll love about working at Ursa Major:

  • - Co-workers who care about your success and wellbeing
  • - Competitive compensation, plus equity
  • - Health benefits and paid parental leave
  • - Employee 401k Opportunity and Company Match
  • - Generous vacation time plus 2 Epic Days yearly
  • - Dog friendly office
  • - Carbon Offsets for employee commutes
  • - Paid volunteer time and organized volunteer events with great organizations around VT
  • - Flex-time
  • - A kitchen stocked with snacks + local brews
  • - Free Ursa Major products—of course!
  
  Please submit your application (with a cover letter please) to careers@ursamajorvt.com.
  Also, please include the exact title of the job you're applying for in the Subject Line of your email.

• Create your Dream Job

  Don’t see your dream job here but still interested in exploring a role at Ursa Major? Shoot us an email telling us how you think you can help grow our business. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume (or LinkedIn profile) to careers@ursamajorvt.com (it might help to put the job you’re applying for in the email Subject). Thank you!