Moët Hennessy Prestige Development & Advocacy Manager
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Wholesale, Commercial & B2B Sales
- Industry
- Wines, Spirits & Gastronomy
- Posted
- Jul 24, 2026
About Moët Hennessy
Moët Hennessy, the wines and spirits division of LVMH, brings together some of the world’s most storied maisons, uniting centuries of craftsmanship with a distinctly contemporary spirit. As an employer, it offers an international environment where heritage, excellence, creativity, and responsible innovation shape every profession, from vineyards and cellars to marketing, distribution, finance, and hospitality. The group values talent capable of honoring exceptional savoir-faire while anticipating the expectations of discerning consumers worldwide. Through its global reach, entrepreneurial culture, and commitment to sustainability, Moët Hennessy provides careers defined by prestige, purpose, and the pursuit of enduring luxury.
Prestige Development & Advocacy Manager at Moët Hennessy, Melbourne. Lead champagne advocacy and luxury hospitality partnerships across Australia.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the national Prestige Development strategy for Dom Pérignon, Krug and Ruinart
- Identify, recruit and grow Krug Ambassades across Australia
- Expand the Dom Pérignon Society network through strategic venue acquisition and relationship management
- Drive Ruinart visibility, listings and flagship partnerships within leading luxury hospitality destinations
- Lead a strategic Top 100 Venue Influence Plan to secure and grow Moët Hennessy's presence in Australia's most influential venues
- Partner with Sales, Customer Marketing and Brand teams to unlock new prestige growth opportunities
- Provide market intelligence on hospitality trends, competitor activity and emerging opportunities
- Build strong relationships with sommeliers, beverage directors, chefs, restaurateurs and luxury hospitality influencers
- Act as a leading advocate for Dom Pérignon, Krug and Ruinart in the Australian market
- Deliver prestige masterclasses, trainings and immersive brand experiences
- Represent Moët Hennessy at key trade, culinary and luxury lifestyle events
- Develop advocacy programs that strengthen loyalty, recommendation and long-term brand affinity
- Develop and lead the MHANZ Prestige Education strategy
- Deliver internal training on Maison heritage, storytelling, service rituals and prestige selling
- Create and manage train-the-trainer programs across Sales, Marketing and Customer Marketing
- Support WSET and other educational initiatives
- Establish consistent luxury hospitality standards and best-practice frameworks
- Track capability development and evolve training content to meet business needs
Qualifications
- WSET Level 2 certification (minimum requirement)
- Deep understanding of luxury hospitality and prestige wine
- Established network within premium hospitality, fine dining and luxury lifestyle sectors
- Strong commercial acumen and ability to influence senior stakeholders
- Exceptional relationship-building, presentation and storytelling skills
- Passion for luxury experiences, gastronomy and hospitality excellence
- Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to identify and unlock growth opportunities
- Confidence facilitating trainings, masterclasses and immersive brand experiences
Skills
Experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in luxury hospitality, prestige wine and spirits, trade development, or related brand management roles within the luxury goods or hospitality sectors.
Education
No formal education qualification specified; however, WSET Level 2 certification is mandatory.
Workplace
This position is based in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Culture
Moët Hennessy offers a workplace culture rooted in heritage, craftsmanship, and the art of hospitality, where employees contribute to some of the world’s most prestigious wines and spirits Maisons. The environment combines international collaboration with a strong commitment to excellence, sustainability, and innovation, encouraging teams to preserve tradition while shaping the future of luxury experiences.
About Cerulean
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