- Location
- Paris Île-de-France France
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Executive
- Department
- Corporate Affairs, Sustainability & CSR
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
About Jo Malone London
Jo Malone London is a distinguished British fragrance house, celebrated for its elegant simplicity, unexpected scent pairings and refined gift-giving rituals. As an employer, the brand offers a polished, creative environment where artistry, service excellence and sensorial storytelling are central to daily work. Teams are encouraged to cultivate expertise in fragrance, build meaningful client relationships and contribute to a culture defined by curiosity, collaboration and impeccable attention to detail. With its global presence and heritage of modern British luxury, Jo Malone London provides opportunities for professionals who value craftsmanship, individuality and the pleasure of creating memorable experiences.
Estée Lauder Companies seeks a visionary Vice President of Global Brand Communications to lead strategic communications for the Lifestyle Fragrance portfolio, including Jo Malone London, KILIAN PARIS, and Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle. Reporting to the SVP of Global Brand Communications and based in Paris or London, this executive role encompasses global brand storytelling, press strategy, and the communications leadership of the flagship Fragrance Atelier in Paris. The VP will drive earned media impact, cultural relevance, and brand desirability while collaborating across marketing, creative, and regional teams to position these houses at the forefront of global fragrance discourse.
Role & Responsibilities
- Serve as senior global communications lead for Jo Malone London, KILIAN PARIS, and Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, overseeing strategic long-term brand storytelling across all channels and markets
- Translate brand heritage and olfactive artistry into emotionally resonant narratives that drive earned media coverage, cultural relevance, and consumer conversation
- Lead communications strategy for the flagship Fragrance Atelier in Paris, developing its global positioning as a category-defining platform for fragrance craftsmanship, innovation, and cultural storytelling
- Establish portfolio-level communications priorities, determining strategic focus, resource allocation, and sequencing of major initiatives to maximize enterprise impact and earned media results
- Own the global press strategy and communications roadmap for product launches, cultural activations, brand partnerships, and major brand moments
- Build founder and perfumer visibility through executive media placements, speaking engagements, and immersive storytelling
- Cultivate top-tier media relationships across luxury, fashion, lifestyle, and beauty publications (Vogue, Le Monde, WWD, Wallpaper, Business of Fashion, WSJ Magazine)
- Shape global influencer strategies in collaboration with regional Consumer Engagement teams, ensuring brand partners align with each house's aesthetic and storytelling
- Lead and inspire a global communications team across brands, fostering creativity, collaboration, and high performance
- Collaborate closely with Global Communications, Creative, Marketing, Product Development, Consumer Engagement, and Regional teams to ensure cohesive, culturally relevant consumer-facing communications
- Manage external PR agencies and communications budgets while tracking performance KPIs to optimize brand impact and ROI
Qualifications
- Minimum 14+ years in luxury beauty, fragrance, fashion, or lifestyle brand communications
- Proven experience leading global communications for high-profile, prestige brands, ideally within fragrance or luxury consumer goods
- Deep understanding of fragrance storytelling, cultural programming, and high-touch luxury communications
- Expertise in managing global brand milestones, including store openings, events, and high-impact media campaigns
- Strong global media relationships and demonstrated experience with founder-led storytelling
- Sophisticated leadership presence and ability to influence senior executives, brand stakeholders, and external partners
- Demonstrated success developing and executing proactive brand PR strategies that generate significant earned media coverage and cultural relevance on a global scale
- Proven ability to build strong external relationships with media, cultural influencers, talent partners, and industry stakeholders
Skills
Experience
Minimum 14+ years in luxury beauty, fragrance, fashion, or lifestyle brand communications, with proven experience leading global communications strategies for high-profile prestige brands, preferably within fragrance or luxury consumer goods. Demonstrated track record of cultivating influential global media relationships, executing founder-led storytelling campaigns, and generating significant earned media coverage and cultural relevance on a global scale. Experience managing cross-functional teams and external agency partners while overseeing major brand milestones and cultural programming within luxury lifestyle contexts.
Education
No specific educational requirements stated.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
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Culture
Jo Malone London fosters a refined, creative workplace where British elegance, craftsmanship, and storytelling shape every client and colleague experience. As an employer, it encourages collaboration, individuality, and entrepreneurial spirit, offering teams the opportunity to contribute to a distinctive world of fragrance, luxury service, and sensory innovation.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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