Global Head of Events

Overview

Chopard, renowned for its expertise in Haute Horlogerie and Haute Joaillerie, is celebrated for its creative audacity and commitment to ethical and responsible luxury. As part of its parent company, Chopard embodies a family spirit in its relationships with both employees and clients, striving to deliver an extraordinary brand experience. The company leverages a vast internal reservoir of expertise, encompassing over 45 different professions within Swiss watchmaking and jewelry traditions.

Role & Responsibilities

• Define the strategic event vision in collaboration with the Communication Director and Executive Management.
• Oversee the design, planning, and management of all major events in alignment with marketing, communication, and sales strategies, ensuring quality, timeliness, and budget adherence.
• Develop and maintain global event guidelines and coordinate local market events to align with the brand's image and expertise.
• Manage the Events department, including Event Managers, a creative and decoration team, and a workshop.
• Receive and interpret briefs from various departments and propose event formats and concepts that meet communication, image, or sales objectives within budget constraints.
• Develop and update the event plan in accordance with the marketing and communication strategy and budget.
• Coordinate all event projects, including scheduling, resource management, and ensuring successful execution.
• Identify, select, and coordinate internal and external event participants.
• Negotiate budgets, manage supplier relationships, and develop partnerships.
• Ensure operational excellence in event execution, adhering to specifications, objectives, and budgets.
• Supervise event scenography, decoration, and visual identity.
• Analyze post-event results, define KPIs, and ensure the delivery of post-event reports.
• Develop internal processes to optimize efficiency and quality of deliverables.
• Conduct strategic monitoring of luxury and watchmaking/jewelry sector events and report on global best practices.
• Manage partner and supplier relationships, ensuring quality and cost optimization.
• Ensure compliance with safety, insurance, and contractual obligations for each event.

Qualifications

• Expertise in international event project management within the luxury sector.
• Proficiency in budget and schedule management.
• In-depth knowledge of the luxury sector and its codes.
• Familiarity with industry professionals.
• Proven team management experience.
• Fluency in English; German is an advantage.

Skills

Experience

Proven experience in managing international events within the luxury industry, with a strong track record in team leadership and supplier management.

Benefits

Permanent full-time position with opportunities for professional growth within a prestigious luxury brand.

Culture

Chopard fosters a familial atmosphere, emphasizing creativity, ethical responsibility, and a commitment to excellence. The company values tradition while encouraging innovation and initiative among its employees.