A career in Maison Valentino is your chance to grow in a reality where business and creativity meet and thrive in an inclusive, and open-minded community.

Maison Valentino believes in a colleague-centric approach, where our contribution and behaviors as individuals are the secret of our success as a community. Each Valentino colleague is crucial to guarantee that every need in Valentino is met with mastery, creativity, uniqueness, and care.

We are looking for an HEAD OF GLOBAL PRESS RELATIONS based in MILAN.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop a comprehensive global press strategy and brand positioning for Valentino.
• Supervise all Worldwide Press Offices and their respective regional press strategies.
• Devise annual plans to achieve the brand's press goals and secure extensive media exposure.
• Craft press releases, pitches, positioning statements, talking points, key messaging for brand representatives, briefing materials, and similar documents.
• Consistently secure features on the brand, conduct media briefings, secure product placements, generate news coverage, and more.
• Participate in planning and execution for all fashion shows and global events, including managing guest lists.
• Oversee all press relations and strengthen the brand's presence in countries.
• Nurture and cultivate relationships with media professionals and influential figures.
• Utilize existing media connections and develop new contacts to expand the brand's reach.
• Handle media inquiries and requests for interviews.
• Generate content for press releases.
• Regularly monitor, analyze, and report on PR outcomes
• To ensure comprehensive coverage during global events and product launches.
• Maintain a deep understanding of industry trends impacting clients and offer strategic communication recommendations.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 7+ years of overall experience in managerial role in a similar role
• Awareness of current fashion and communication trends, magazines, websites and social media accounts
• Fluent in English
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strategic mindset and managerial skills
• Exercise sound judgement in establishing priorities and problem solving
• Good communication skills, strong attention to details
• Fully embodying the values of the Maison; empathy, inclusivity, uniqueness and freedom with a client-centric mindset

The Valentino ecosystem is home to a wide and extraordinary pool of talents, each colleague contributing with their unique attributes, nurturing a culture of inclusivity and equality. Inspiring sense of belonging, passion and engaging colleagues are the bases of our inclusive and multifaceted world.