Van Cleef & Arpels Assistant Exhibition Manager
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Junior
- Department
- Corporate Affairs, Sustainability & CSR
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- Sep 4, 2026
About Van Cleef & Arpels
Founded in 1906 on Place Vendôme, Van Cleef & Arpels is a High Jewelry Maison renowned for poetic creativity, exceptional savoir-faire, and an enduring culture of transmission. As an employer, the Maison offers a refined environment where artisans, designers, retail experts, and corporate teams contribute to creations that unite technical mastery with emotion and wonder. Guided by excellence, discretion, and a deep respect for heritage, Van Cleef & Arpels encourages collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning across its international network. Employees join a house where craftsmanship is celebrated, client relationships are cultivated with elegance, and each career may help preserve and renew a remarkable legacy.
Van Cleef & Arpels seeks Assistant Exhibition Manager in Hong Kong SAR to oversee exhibition planning, logistics, and cultural projects delivery for L'ÉCOLE Asia Pacific.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of exhibition projects, proactively managing timelines, risk mitigation, and stakeholder communication to ensure milestones are met on time and within scope
- Propose, track, and report on exhibition budgets, executing all required procurement activities in strict accordance with company guidelines
- Manage the administration of licenses, permits, and legal/loan agreements, ensuring all projects comply with legal regulations, security standards, and corporate policies
- Oversee safe transport, insurance, copyright clearing, and condition checking of all physical and digital exhibits in line with international conservation standards
- Collaborate with scenography designers and internal teams from concept to dismantlement, translating creative designs into feasible technical solutions and supervising contractor work
- Supervise site logistics, daily installation and dismantling schedules, and display maintenance (such as climate control and safety checks) in compliance with security and handling best practices
- Coordinate the end-to-end production of bilingual exhibition content (labels, guides, publications) and maintain meticulous project records, contracts, and tracking reports
Qualifications
- Proven experience in Exhibitions & Cultural Projects Management
- Excellent organizational and detail-oriented mindset with strong budget and time-management skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams to enhance work processes, tools, and governance
- Mastery of English and Chinese (written and spoken)
- Understanding of international conservation standards and security protocols
Skills
Experience
Proven experience in exhibitions and cultural projects management, with demonstrated capability in managing timelines, budgets, and stakeholder relationships in a professional environment.
Education
No specific educational requirement stated; professional experience in exhibitions or cultural projects management is prioritized.
Workplace
This position is based in Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China.
Culture
Van Cleef & Arpels fosters a refined and collaborative workplace culture rooted in exceptional craftsmanship, creativity, and the transmission of savoir-faire. As an employer, the Maison values curiosity, precision, and collective excellence, offering an environment where employees contribute to timeless creations while upholding a deep respect for heritage, beauty, and client experience.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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