Hermès, an independent, family-owned French luxury house renowned for its craftsmanship and creativity since 1837, is seeking an Event Manager to lead the event department for the Middle East. This role will take full accountability for end-to-end event management and retail animation, ensuring all initiatives align with the company’s business strategy and uphold the highest Hermès standards.

The position requires a blend of strategic planning, market knowledge, creative vision, and operational execution to deliver exceptional luxury experiences across the region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement event and retail animation activities aligned with the company’s yearly strategy and product launches from Paris HQ.

• Brainstorm and plan events in collaboration with the team, defining timing, target audience, and location.

• Adapt and localize international event concepts to suit the Middle East market, proposing bespoke ideas, venues, and concepts.

• Collaborate with Client Communication and Press departments to ensure precise CRM and PR strategies, and invite the right target audience.

• Define owned activations, communication channels, and creative assets for each event in partnership with agencies.

• Act as the main liaison between stores, store managers, and HQ for event updates and objectives.

• Manage and forecast event budgets, ensuring cost efficiency and compliance with allocated amounts.

• Source and manage suppliers, comparing costs and quality while maintaining a professional working environment.

• Oversee full event production, from venue and catering to entertainment, logistics, and setup.

• Maintain effective relationships with partners, agencies, and service providers in line with Hermès standards.

• Track competitor events and luxury market trends in the Middle East.

• Report event KPIs, both quantitative and qualitative, to HQ.

Skills & Qualifications Required:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in event management, preferably in the Middle East.

• Strong understanding of the luxury industry and competitor landscape.

• Experience in retail operations and business strategy alignment.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

• Highly organized, creative, and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work under pressure, outside normal office hours, and travel regionally/internationally.

• Fluency in English; French is a plus.

What the Company Offers:

• Opportunity to represent and execute events for one of the world’s most prestigious luxury brands.

• A collaborative and creative work culture grounded in Hermès’ values.

• Professional development in the luxury retail and event sector.

• Exposure to high-profile events across the Middle East.

About Hermès:
Founded in 1837, Hermès is a creator, artisan, and seller of exceptional quality objects. With over 23,200 employees worldwide and nearly 300 stores globally, the house fosters creativity, craftsmanship, and entrepreneurial spirit across 16 artisanal métiers. Guided by respect for people and resources, Hermès continues to inspire through innovation, heritage, and impeccable quality.