Talent Relations Lead at HM Group

Shanghai, Shanghai, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Talent Strategy, Relationship Management, PR Strategy, Influencer Marketing, Budget Optimization, Talent Mapping, Contract Management, Event Collaboration, Performance Tracking, Communication Skills, Celebrity Relations, VIP Service, Market Trend Analysis, Stakeholder Management, English Proficiency, Creative Partner Management

Industry

Retail

Description

Company Description H&M Group is a global company of strong fashion brands and ventures. Our goal is to prove that there is no compromise between exceptional design, affordable prices, and sustainable solutions. We want to liberate fashion for the many, and our customers are at the heart of every decision we make. We are made up of thousands of passionate and talented colleagues united by our shared culture and values. Together, we want to use our power, our scale, and our knowledge to push the fashion industry towards a more inclusive and sustainable future. Job Description WHAT YOU’LL DO Talent Strategy & Planning Responsible for Talent strategy and yearly plan based on overarching Global PR strategy and plans Optimize Talent budget, applying a cost conscious and entrepreneurial mindset Implement the Global Talent strategy, ensuring alignment with global Brand PR and Influencer Marketing Conduct Talent mapping and research, identifying the right talents based on our brand direction and ambition to be a fashion brand Stay updated on market trends and competitors within your functional expertise area Talent Partnerships & Relationship Management Plan, execute, and follow up on Talent activities and partnerships, both paid and earned, to enhance the brand’s credibility and visibility within strategic communities Identify and partner with the right agencies/agents for strategies and executions related to the Talent Relations area Continuously maintain and build relations with talents, agents, management etc. Build and maintain long-term relationships with top tier influencers and celebrities serving as a trusted brand liaison Oversee partnership management including contracts, briefings, and event collaborations in compliance with corporate governance and global standards Represent the brand at H&M events and fashion industry events Collaboration, Activation & Performance Tracking Collaborate with PR and Showroom to ensure synergy between PR initiatives, and event activations Track, measure, and evaluate talent engagement effectiveness and sentiment providing insights to enhance future strategies Source and manage external creative partners and agencies when required WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH This role will be reporting to Marketing Manager Qualifications WHO YOU ARE Education Degree in Communications, PR, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent experience) Skills Deep interest in fashion and understanding of owned, paid, and earned media channels Demonstrated success in building and managing partnerships with celebrities, influencers, etc. (with an established network within fashion and celebrities) Bringing in broad network of talent and celebrities Excellent relationship-building and communication abilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; additional languages as required per market Experience Minimum 5 years’ in PR or/and experience in VIP service and celebrity relations Proven track record of managing talent and celebrity partnerships that deliver measurable business results Additional Information WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE At H&M Group, we are proud to be a vibrant and welcoming company. We offer our employees attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe. 25% Staff discount on all our H&M Group brands, both in stores and online (H&M, COS, Weekday, Monki, H&M HOME, & Other Stories and ARKET). We value diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, and disability We pride ourselves on being a values-driven organization, guided by our 7 unique values that have been part of our success story for over 75 years You’ll have access to our Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) to find community and networking opportunities among colleagues We are an inclusive company where you’re encouraged to be yourself at work You will have access to a large global talent community, where career growth and aspirations have no limits We believe in supporting your overall wellbeing and offer comprehensive benefits inclusive of health insurance, wellness and family support programs, paid leave programs, and paid time off, including a community day to serve your local community JOIN US Our uniqueness comes from a combination of many things – our inclusive and collaborative culture, our strong values, and opportunities for growth. But most of all, it’s our people who make us who we are. Take the next step in your career together with us. The journey starts here. *We are committed to a recruitment process that is fair, equitable, and based on competency. We therefore kindly ask you to not attach a cover letter in your application.

Responsibilities

Lead the global talent strategy and yearly planning to enhance brand visibility through strategic partnerships with celebrities and influencers. Manage the end-to-end relationship lifecycle, including contract negotiation, event collaboration, and performance tracking.