Head of PR - Greater China, Singapore and Malaysia

Founded in 2016, the French leather goods brand Polène stands out for its exceptional artisanal craftsmanship, creating timeless pieces with organic designs directly inspired by nature.

In a context of strong growth and international expansion, we are structuring our operations in 2025 and surrounding ourselves with top talent to develop deep expertise at every level of our organization. Our distinctly artistic positioning supports the elevation of our handbag and jewelry collections, backed by 800 artisans in our workshops located in Ubrique, Spain.

The story of Polène can be written with you: join us and take part in this journey behind the scenes at our Paris headquarters, already home to more than a hundred people driven by our shared passion for craftsmanship.

As part of the PR & Influence Team

As the Head of PR for Greater China, Singapore, and Malaysia, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the brand's presence and reputation across these key markets. Based in Shanghai and reporting to the Global PR Director in Paris, you will be responsible for developing and executing strategic PR initiatives that align with the brand's overall goals and objectives. Strong expertise in organic and paid influencer strategy on social media platforms is required for this role.

Your missions will be the following : 

Strategy Development

• Develop and implement tailored PR strategies for Greater China (China, Taiwan, Hong Kong), Singapore, and Malaysia to strengthen brand awareness and perception.

• Align PR initiatives with HQ objectives to maximize impact and visibility.

Influencer Engagement

• Leverage strong business knowledge of influencer marketing in China to identify and collaborate with influencers, KOLs (Key Opinion Leaders), and celebrities.

• Develop relationships with celebrity agencies and negotiate ambassador contracts and partnerships to enhance brand visibility and reach.

Media Relations

• Build and maintain relationships with key media outlets, journalists, and industry influencers across the region.

• Secure positive media coverage through strategic pitching and media outreach efforts.

• Develop contacts with press (print and digital).

Event Management

• Plan and execute PR events.

• Organize store receptions and other events to engage with key stakeholders and enhance brand presence.

Analytics and Reporting

• Monitor, analyze, and report on PR performance metrics.

• Provide insights and recommendations to improve PR strategies and outcomes.

Team Leadership & Budget Management

• Lead, mentor, and manage the PR team to ensure high performance and professional growth.

• Coordinate with the global PR team in Paris to maintain consistent messaging and strategy.

• Manage the PR budget for the region, and allocate resources strategically to maximize impact and ROI.

Travel and Flexibility

• Frequent travel to Beijing is awaited. 

• Flexibility to travel within Greater China, Singapore, and Malaysia, as well as to Polène’s HQ in Paris.

Our expectations

• 7+ years of experience in public relations within the fashion industry.

• Proven experience in PR leadership roles with a focus on Greater China markets. 

• Strong network of media contacts and influencers in the region.

• Experience in celebrity agency management and ambassador contract negotiation is required.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Mandarin (proficiency in other regional languages is a plus).

• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business objectives into effective PR campaigns.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong leadership and team management abilities. 

Application Process
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and relevant experience in english. 

Polène is committed to ensuring inclusive recruitment processes and to selecting and promoting each candidate in an ethical and fair manner.