Chanel Influence & PR Manager
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Corporate Affairs, Sustainability & CSR
- Posted
- Jul 8, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is one of the world’s most revered luxury houses, founded by Gabrielle Chanel and distinguished by an enduring vision of elegance, freedom, and modernity. As an employer, the House brings together métiers ranging from haute couture, fashion and leather goods to fragrance, beauty, watches, and fine jewelry, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a legacy defined by exceptional craftsmanship and creative audacity. Chanel values excellence, discretion, collaboration, and long-term development, fostering an environment where talent is nurtured and heritage is continually reinterpreted for contemporary clients. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, innovation, and the timeless spirit of the brand.
CHANEL seeks Influence & PR Manager in Paris to lead multi-market European strategy across three divisions, September–December 2026.
Role & Responsibilities
- Define and deploy a three-year Influence & PR strategy across 15+ European markets, aligned with brand equity, marketing, and business objectives across all three divisions
- Orchestrate 360° communication plans in collaboration with marketing, media, and digital teams to reinforce CHANEL's positioning and brand consistency across the European region
- Animate the European PR & Influence community—from local creators to ambassadors—by establishing frameworks, KPIs, and best practices that elevate activation quality
- Steer strategic partnerships with agencies, influencers, media partners, and key opinion leaders to maximise regional impact and reach
- Transform competitive intelligence, emerging trends, and campaign performance data into actionable recommendations that maintain CHANEL at the forefront of influence practices
- Serve as primary contact for Markets PR & Influence teams and Global Media teams across the region
Qualifications
- 5 to 8 years of experience in Influence & PR or communications in a similar regional or multi-market role
- Strong business acumen with ability to read and leverage key performance indicators to shape influence strategy
- Expertise in building and delivering strategic presentations for alignment meetings and project reviews
- Agility and adaptability in fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environments, balancing strategic vision with operational flexibility
- Fluency in French and English, essential for effective collaboration across 15+ European markets
Skills
Experience
5 to 8 years of experience in Influence & PR or communications, in a similar regional or multi-market role within the luxury or premium consumer goods sector.
Education
Not specified in source material.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Chanel fosters a culture of timeless creativity, exacting craftsmanship, and quiet excellence, where employees are encouraged to uphold the house’s heritage while contributing to its continued innovation. The workplace environment is refined, collaborative, and deeply committed to quality, offering professionals the opportunity to grow within a globally respected maison that values discretion, artistry, and long-term vision.
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