Institutional Press Coordinator

Hermès • New York, NY

12h • $65,000 - $70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Institutional Press Coordinator contributes to the Communications department’s strategy by supporting the Institutional Press Team and its work across Maison, Equestrian, and Institutional initiatives. The role supports press relations, editorial placements, events, store openings, and corporate and crisis communications to increase brand visibility and awareness.

The coordinator works with the Senior Manager and Director on press strategies, media relationships, event logistics, coverage tracking, showroom inventory, freelancer coordination, and budget administration. The position requires regular in-person work at a Company-designated work location.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience, including hands-on internship experience, in a similar role and/or department.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Proven excellence in meeting long- and short-term deadlines.
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Regular in-person work at a Company-designated work location is an essential function of the position.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Launchmetrics and Meltwater.
• Experience in corporate or crisis communications.
• Familiarity with Maison (home) and equestrian media.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Manager with Maison, Equestrian, and Institutional requests and initiatives.
• Administer the development and execution of strategic product editorial placements in top-tier national and regional publications, newspapers, and digital media outlets.
• Track relevant daily press coverage concerning the company’s corporate and crisis communications, and flag items to the senior team and Paris headquarters when needed.
• Work with the Senior Manager to create a CSR and diversity and inclusion strategy to protect the company from future sensitive situations.
• Liaise with editors, manage merchandise-loan logistics, collaborate with the Senior Manager and Director on press strategies, and help assemble guest lists for HOP events.
• Assist the Senior Manager and Director with Maison and Equestrian events, store openings, and Institutional projects.
• Arrange travel, hotel, and experience logistics for Institutional, Maison, and Equestrian events.
• Assist the Senior Manager and Director in developing press strategies for store openings with national and localized media focus.
• Develop and coordinate press programs for regional events and store openings.
• Track coverage and circulate key results relating to Maison, Equestrian, and Institutional press.
• Cultivate and maintain daily contact with Maison and Equestrian editors and regional publication contacts.
• Collaborate with the team to oversee the Press Freelancer’s day-to-day tasks and contribute to their nourishment.
• Help oversee maintenance of the Maison and Equestrian press showroom inventory with the Showroom Manager.
• Assist the Director with budget development, tracking, and invoice processing as needed.

Benefits

• Commission and bonus incentives based on sales performance.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Paid time off, including 15 days of annual vacation, 11 company holidays, 3 floating holidays, 2 wellbeing days, and sick and safe time.
• Paid parental leave and transition time.
• 401(k) and Roth retirement plan with company matching and profit sharing.
• Voluntary benefits, including flexible spending accounts, fitness reimbursement, and voluntary life insurance.
• Product discount and EAP resources.
• Access to Calm App, Health Advocate, Family Building Support, and other resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level