Institutional Press Coordinator

Hermes • New York City, NY

10d

About The Position

The Institutional Press Coordinator supports Hermès’ Institutional Press Team and contributes to the Communications department’s strategy for press and influencer relations, special events, and advertising across media channels. The role supports Maison, Equestrian, and Institutional initiatives, helping build brand visibility and awareness through press placements, media relationships, events, and communications programs.

The Coordinator develops and executes product editorial placements in top-tier national and regional publications, newspapers, and digital outlets; monitors press coverage related to the company, including corporate and crisis communications; and flags relevant coverage to senior colleagues and Paris headquarters. The role also supports CSR and diversity and inclusion strategy, press planning for store openings and regional events, event logistics, coverage tracking, showroom inventory, and budget administration.

This position has no supervisory responsibility and does have budget responsibility. Regular in-person work at a Company-designated work location is an essential function. The annual salary range is $65,000–$70,000, with actual rates determined by the job, location, and individual experience.

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.
• Ability to perform the key functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodations.

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 press coverage about the company, including corporate and crisis communications, and flag items to the senior team and Paris headquarters when needed.
• Work with the Senior Manager to create CSR and diversity and inclusion strategies to help 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, experience, and other logistics for Institutional, Maison, and Equestrian events.
• Assist the Senior Manager and Director in developing national and localized press strategies for store openings.
• Develop and coordinate press programs for regional events and store openings.
• Track press coverage and circulate key results for Maison, Equestrian, and Institutional press.
• Maintain daily contact with Maison and Equestrian editors and regional publication contacts.
• Collaborate with the team to oversee Press Freelancer day-to-day tasks and contribute to their nourishment.
• Help the Showroom Manager maintain press showroom inventory of Maison and Equestrian objects.
• Assist the Director with budget development, tracking, and invoice processing as needed.

Benefits

• Commission and bonus incentives based on sales performance.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability insurance.
• Paid time off, including 15 annual vacation days, 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, and Family Building Support.

What This Job Offers

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