Media and Events Manager

Media and Events Manager - 12 month Maternity cover
 
Do you keep up to date with luxury fashion? 
Do you know your Chloe from your Balmain? 
Do you love all things luxury retail? 
If YES, we may have the role for you… 
 
Luxury department store, Harvey Nichols, is searching for a new Media and Events Manager for a 12 month Maternity cover to join its thriving Commercial department in our Head Office in London – Knightsbridge. Our culture is based on inclusivity; we embrace diversity. Whoever you are, Harvey Nichols has a place for you.  

How we reward your hard work… 

At Harvey Nichols, we champion career development and are passionate about our people. We will do all we can to support your journey and career path with us. Alongside this you will have access to a world of amazing benefits such as. 

• Up to 40% off fashion  
• Up to 40% off hospitality, foodmarket and hampers 
• 30% off beauty and perfumery, wine, and spirits 
• Clothing allowance 

You will also have access to charity days, a season ticket/bike loan; learning and development opportunities; to our Employee Assistance Program - Retail Trust and recognition schemes and the opportunity to join one of our employee groups – Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion and Sustainability. These are just some of the reasons people join and stay! 

About the role… 

As  Media and Events Manager  you will manage the creation and execution of physical (to include print, online, instore, digital & windows)a and digital media activities across all HN channels, with the overall objectives of increased brand awareness/customer footfall, revenue generation and engagement.

Working with the wider team to oversee the ROI and consistency in delivery of all events across all departments, including Corporate, Partnerships and Personal Shopping within Knightsbridge and Partner events at regional stores.

• Manage and lead the Media and Events strategy and calendar for the business working with the wider business needs.
• Building partnerships and strong relationships with key brands and Events teams (individuals and agencies) working with the buying teams to grow our commercial offering.
• Generating and pro-actively pitching revenue opportunities to potential partners.
• Develop media and event collaborations within our families of business and beyond to develop creative and industry leading activity that supports the key business objectives.
• Manage the Department Budget and oversee forecasting and year end financials.
• Analyse data on all media and events to measure and increase engagement and revenue generating opportunities.
• Brainstorm, create and innovate all events and media partnerships and run post evaluation reports.
• Set KPIs, oversee implementation of Media and Events teams - organise weekly briefings, maintain systems for monitoring and evaluating progress.
• Management of the Media and Events teams to deliver their KPIS including memorable commercially successful events and strong revenue generating partnerships.

Is this you? 

• Proven experience of organising events and partnerships in a retail environment
• Previous experience of working in a management position
• Significant demonstrable experience in managing projects involving internal and external parties.
• Experience of successfully managing a team.
• Experience of managing budgets and financials
• Experience of delivering a robust Media and Events plan
• Experience within a commercial or target driven environment preferable

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you! 

Where do I sign? 

If you are already thinking of what you will wear on your first day (no we don’t have uniforms) and this role catches your eye, hit the “apply” button below to kick-start your journey with us.