Hermès Special Events Manager

About Hermès

Hermès is an independent, family-owned Maison renowned for artisanal savoir-faire, refined craftsmanship and a humanist approach to luxury. The organization preserves ateliers and traditional production methods while operating a global retail and communications network; the U.S. entity, Hermès of Paris, Inc., supports the brand’s storytelling through curated events, press relations and client programmes.

Role & Responsibilities

• Produce, budget and execute medium-scale event activity end-to-end, including institutional events, store openings, exhibitions, retail activations, press and client engagement programmes, and flagship programming.
• Collaborate closely with the Senior Manager of Special Events and the Hermès International Office to develop concepts, secure approvals and align events with strategic and brand objectives.
• Manage event production logistics: floorplans, build drawings, fabrication samples, scenography, AV, lighting and on-site execution, including travel and vendor coordination.
• Negotiate and manage third-party vendor contracts and proposals (catering, lighting, sound, décor), ensuring compliance with legal, insurance and internal audit requirements.
• Own event financials for delegated events: prepare and maintain budgets, track expenditures, submit timely payments and produce post-event financial reports and recaps.
• Lead guest-list strategy in partnership with CRM and boutiques; coordinate invitations from design through deployment and collaborate with Press to manage press/influencer attendance.
• Create detailed production schedules, runs-of-show and logistics charts for inventory movements; scout and prepare venue overviews as required.
• Manage and mentor the Special Events Coordinator; delegate tasks, provide regular feedback, conduct performance reviews and support professional development.
• Research and onboard regional vendors, act as a regional vendor expert and stay abreast of industry trends and suppliers.
• Provide strategic input for new event concepts and support delivery of larger-scale image events as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in event production, experiential marketing or a comparable role — ideally within luxury retail, fashion or cultural programming.
• Proven supervisory experience, with the ability to mentor a coordinator and manage freelancers and production agencies.
• Demonstrated expertise in event budgeting, financial tracking and adherence to internal audit processes.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing vendor contracts, NDAs and insurance requirements.
• Ability and willingness to travel frequently and work evenings/weekends as event schedules require.

Skills

Experience

3–5 years in a similar role or environment, with hands-on responsibility for producing and delivering multi-faceted brand or retail events.

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred in communications, marketing, hospitality, event management or a related discipline.

Workplace

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 90,000 to USD 100,000 per annum.

Benefits

Commission and bonus incentives; Medical, Dental and Vision; Life Insurance and Disability; Paid time off (15 days vacation, 11 company holidays, 3 floating holidays, 2 wellbeing days, sick & safe time); Paid parental leave and transition time; 401(k) and Roth retirement plan with company matching and profit sharing; Voluntary benefits (FSAs, fitness reimbursement, voluntary life insurance); Product discount and EAP; Access to Calm App, Health Advocate and Family Building Support.

Culture

Hermès fosters a studio-like culture rooted in artisanal excellence, creative freedom and long-term stewardship of materials and craft. The Maison emphasises authenticity, responsibility and inclusivity, supporting professional development while maintaining rigorous quality standards across communications and client experiences.

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