Job DescriptionAs the Institutional Press Manager, you will contribute to the overall department strategy through your support of the department.
About the Role:
- Support Director with all Maison, Equestrian, and Institutional requests and initiatives
- Administrate the development and execution of a strong, dynamic, and strategic storytelling and product editorial placement in top-tier national and regional publications and newspapers and key digital media outlets in support of increased brand visibility and awareness about Maison, Equestrian, and Institutional métiers
- Track pertinent corporate and crisis communications press on the house utilizing media tracking systems and flag to senior team and Paris headquarters when needed
- Work with Director to create a strong Corporate Social Responsibility and diversity & inclusion strategy to protect the company from future sensitive situations. Partner closely with internal Corporate Social Responsibility team to ensure proper alignment between press strategy and non-profit focuses
- Support cross-functional planning for Maison moments, ensuring cohesive storytelling and stakeholder alignment
- Liaise with Maison and Equestrian press to confirm product loans, work with Showroom Manager to ensure a seamless process is in place
- Cultivate relationships with and maintain regular contact with Maison, Equestrian, and regional publication contacts
- Collaborate with Director on the development of strategic press strategies and guest lists to support house objectives and press engagement
- Assist Director with Maison & Equestrian events, store openings, Institutional projects
- Arrange logistics (including travel, hotel, experiences) for all Institutional, Maison, and Equestrian events
- Assist Director in developing a press strategy on store openings with a national and localized media focus
- Develop and coordinate any press programs in regard to regional events and store openings
- Track coverage and circulate key results pertaining to Maison, Equestrian, Institutional press
- Collaborate with team to oversee Press Freelancer day-to-day tasks and contribute to their nourishment
- Assist Director with budget development, tracking, and invoice processing as needed
Supervisory Responsibility:
NO
Budget Responsibility:
About You:
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- 3-4 years of experience, including hands-on internship, in similar role and/or department
- High level of attention to detail
- Proven excellence at meeting long and short-term deadlines
- Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
- Launchmetrics and Meltwater knowledge a plus
- Experience in corporate/crisis communications a plus
- Maison (home) and equestrian media a plus
The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $90,000. Actual rates are determined based on the job, location, and individual experience.
Hermès Benefits OverviewHermès is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support the needs of our employees and their families, including:
- Commission and bonus incentives based on sales performance
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Paid time off (15 vacation days, 11 company holidays, 3 floating holidays, 2 wellbeing days, and sick & safe time)
- Paid Parental Leave and Transition Time
- 401(k) and Roth Retirement Plan with company matching and profit sharing
- Various voluntary benefits (e.g., flexible spending accounts, fitness reimbursement, voluntary life insurance)
- Product discount and EAP resources
- Access to Calm App, Health Advocate, Family Building Support, and more!
We are looking for a candidate that has a combination of the above attributes and can perform the key functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodations.
