Director of Events

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of client-facing and brand-building events, from brief creation and timeline development through to on-site execution and post-event closure
• Develop strategic event frameworks that support revenue generation, client acquisition, brand discovery, and retail activation across all channels (retail, wholesale, omnichannel)
• Build project plans and timelines for each initiative, managing stakeholders, deliverables, and resources across functions and regions
• Serve as the key decision-maker for all event planning and vendor partnerships, managing high-end luxury resources and negotiating with external partners
• Build and maintain cross-functional partnerships with global marketing, creative, and press teams to ensure brand consistency and asset alignment
• Partner locally with Retail, Merchandising, Made to Measure, and Clientelling teams to ensure events reflect business needs and client strategy
• Lead all creative ideation, budgeting, production, vendor sourcing, and agency management, overseeing operational logistics and critical path
• Own and manage event budgets, ensuring cost efficiency while maximizing impact, and contribute to forecast planning and revenue reporting
• Establish KPIs and evaluate event ROI, tracking performance metrics and qualitative feedback to optimize programming
• Draft all communications related to events, including briefs, summaries, invitations, and recaps, demonstrating strong tone and brand voice
• Oversee contractors as required; provide mentorship, structure, and accountability
• Provide on-site leadership at events
• Support global initiatives including itinerary planning for client travel, seating, and event support for fashion shows and key brand moments
• Ensure compliance with ZEGNA’s internal control framework (ICFR) by documenting and executing controls related to the role’s scope

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in luxury event management, with success leading complex, high-end client activations
• Skilled in budgeting, project management, luxury vendor sourcing, and working independently with global stakeholders
• Highly organized and proactive, with excellent written communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to own projects end-to-end from vision to final invoice
• Comfortable navigating internal corporate teams and external luxury clients and partners
• Seasoned international traveler, available to support regional teams and accompany client trips

Nice to Have

• Experience supporting global fashion shows and brand experiences
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, high-touch environment

Qualifications

• Experience in luxury event management and client activations
• Proficiency in budgeting, project management, and vendor sourcing
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills

Benefits & Perks

• Annual gross salary range: $140,000-$145,000
• Hybrid work model (4 days in office required)
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, and commuter benefits
• Paid time off and holidays, with accrual based on tenure and role
• Travel component accounting for 40%-50% of the role depending on season and events calendar
• Opportunity to contribute to a growing, global luxury brand at the forefront of innovation