AVP, L'Ecole
About The Position
Established in 2012 with the support of Van Cleef & Arpels, L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts aims to introduce the public to all aspects of jewelry culture through various activities: courses, workshops, talks, exhibitions, books and podcast. Activities at L’ÉCOLE cover three main areas: the history of jewelry, the world of gemstones and the savoir-faire of jewelry-making techniques. The L’Ecole AVP advances L’Ecole global strategic development within their territory by ensuring its firm local anchoring. Your objective is to implement the local strategy, to develop L’Ecole’s network in the region by actively contributing to its reputation, differentiation and visibility. You will ensure the efficient and compliant implementation of the program’s activities in collaboration with L’Ecole Services’ teams and the Maison’s experts in the Region. You will support the reputation and development of Van Cleef & Arpels. The AVP of L’Ecole is a member of the Regional leadership and will report to the President and Chief Executive Officer.
Requirements
- 10-15 years of experience in the cultural/academic/scientific environment
- Strong knowledge of the US cultural environment and local network
- Pragmatic, agile, proactive and have the ability to manage ambiguity
- Valid work authorization for employment in the USA
Nice To Haves
- Previous international experience would be a plus
Responsibilities
- Create a 360° regional strategy implementation
- Define and establish the orchestration of all the L’Ecole activities (courses, conferences, exhibitions, publications, nomadic, B2B…) while ensuring their local relevance
- Ensure the activities are aligned with L’Ecole Services’ strategy and relevant for the Region context and priorities
- Propose activities, content or programs relevant for the local context and ensure alignment with L’Ecole Services on their development and implementation
- Ensure successful realization (incl. compliance) of the activities by defining and deploying 360° action plan
- Establish attendance objectives, measure performance and identify improvements
- Facilitate communication & information flow across teams
- Be an ambassador & promoter of L’Ecole
- Increase L’Ecole recognition, awareness and influence to the public
- Connect & develop a network of key partners, institutions, universities, etc., in collaboration with L’Ecole Services and the Maison’s Region teams
- Actively identify and engage in partners relationships
- Represent L’Ecole and be its ambassador in the context of press, PR, sponsorship initiatives and events
- Promote & protect the and L’Ecole’s image & reputation
- Formalize the Strategic Plan and Yearly Plan, while aligning with both L’Ecole Services and the Region strategic priorities and development opportunities
- Identify the resources needed for the appropriate deployment of the activities.
- Monitor budget and P&L by working closely with Region finance and Region CEO
- Actively engage with the Region Exco to understand their context and identify synergies with the Maison
- Foster proximity with Richemont contacts on shared structures
- Ensure the appropriate structure and governance of the program, identify possible gaps and contribute to the solution identification (Horizon project)
- Identify ways of working with Regional teams and L’Ecole Services.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision programs
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance
- Disability benefits
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off
- Wellness reimbursement benefit
- Access to the employee assistance program
- Volunteer days off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
