Valentino Events Manager Europe

Role & Responsibilities

• Define and implement the European events strategy in alignment with global guidelines and Valentino brand positioning
• Coordinate end-to-end execution of VIC events, clienteling activations, product launches, in-store experiences, and partnership animations across European markets
• Oversee and coordinate the European events calendar, ensuring prioritization and coherence across all markets
• Lead operational planning of events, including timelines, production plans, and detailed run-of-show documentation for each activation
• Identify, select, and manage external suppliers (catering, production agencies, entertainment, logistics), ensuring alignment with Valentino standards and budget guidelines
• Source and evaluate new vendors to enhance event quality, creativity, and operational efficiency
• Coordinate closely with store teams, Visual Merchandising, and Store Operations to ensure proper in-store execution and compliance with brand guidelines
• Supervise on-site execution when required, ensuring flawless delivery and real-time problem-solving
• Partner with the Client Engagement (CRM) team to define targeted event strategies based on client segmentation and insights
• Design events to support client acquisition, retention, and loyalty, with focus on VIC client experiences
• Ensure full integration between events, clienteling activities, and CRM journeys
• Act as a key coordination point between Global Marketing and regional/local teams
• Collaborate with Retail, Wholesale, PR, Beauty, Client Engagement, and local Marketing teams
• Plan, manage, and review event budgets across European stores, monitoring activities and execution costs
• Define and monitor KPIs including client engagement, traffic, conversion, and ROI
• Produce comprehensive qualitative and quantitative reports on events executed, monitoring return on investment
• Provide structured reporting and actionable insights to optimize future activations
• Drive continuous innovation in event formats to enhance the Valentino client journey and emotional brand connection
• Identify opportunities to elevate experiential marketing in line with luxury industry evolution
• Ensure all activations reinforce Valentino's values of creativity, craftsmanship, and exclusivity

Qualifications

• Proven experience in events management within luxury fashion or high-end hospitality
• Strong understanding of luxury brand positioning and the ability to ensure consistent brand expression across activations
• Demonstrated expertise in VIC client engagement and high-net-worth consumer marketing
• Track record of managing complex, multi-market events with attention to detail and exclusivity
• Experience coordinating with external agencies, suppliers, and cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in event budgeting, ROI tracking, and performance analytics
• Knowledge of European retail and market nuances across multiple countries

Skills

Experience

Minimum 5–7 years of events management experience in luxury fashion, selective retailing, or ultra-premium hospitality, with demonstrated success in managing multi-market activations and VIC client engagement programs. Proven ability to manage complex event logistics, external partners, and budget oversight in a European context.

Education

University degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related discipline; or equivalent professional experience in luxury events management.

Workplace

Compensation

The base compensation for this position is EUR 55,000 per annum.

Benefits

Smart working arrangements, meal vouchers, private health insurance, annual bonus opportunity in accordance with company internal agreement, benefits under the applicable National Collective Labor Agreement (Tessile Abbigliamento).

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