Senior Events Manager

ABOUT ZEGNA

The global leader in luxury menswear, ZEGNA was founded in the Italian Alps in 1910. Part of the Ermenegildo Zegna Group, the brand remains true to the values of its visionary Founder, Ermenegildo Zegna, who believed in creating world-class fabrics in harmony with both nature and local communities - a philosophy embodied by Oasi Zegna, the home of our values. The inspiration behind the brand’s values, Oasi Zegna, continues to guide everything we do at ZEGNA - from supporting our people to fostering a culture of growth, where craftsmanship and innovation are core elements of our learning processes and long-term growth strategy.

YOUR MISSION IN THIS ROLE

As Senior Events Manager, based in Milan, you will bring your unique strengths to the team, helping us in the planning and delivery of ZEGNA's international events, with responsibility for event workstreams supporting brand elevation, business priorities and revenue-generating initiatives. The role translates strategic and creative briefs, into structured execution plans, defining timelines, milestones, responsibilities and project calendars. You’ll be responsible for maintaining clear and continuous communication across HQ functions, local markets and external partners, ensuring alignment from planning through post-event reporting. You’ll work closely with the Head of Events to drive meaningful results and shape the way we work and grow. More specifically you will: Lead assigned event workstreams from project kick-off through post-event reporting. Translate approved strategic and creative briefs into detailed execution plans. Define project timelines, milestones, responsibilities and critical path. Ensure execution is fully aligned with the approved brief, brand standards and event guidelines. Own project governance and coordinate approval processes. Partner with other Event Managers on shared projects, ensuring full alignment on planning, governance, Critical Path, budget management and resource allocation. Monitor budgets, forecasts and resource allocation, identifying risks and corrective actions. Coordinate and supervise Event Producers, production agencies, suppliers, freelancers and local market teams. Act as the primary liaison between HQ, local markets and external partners. Ensure consistent communication and information flow across all stakeholders. Coordinate with Brand Marketing, Content Marketing and relevant functions to ensure project alignment. Prepare post-event reports with operational, financial and qualitative insights. Support the Head of Events and the wider Events team on additional event projects as required. WHO YOU ARE You bring at least 10 years of experience in luxury, fashion or lifestyle event management (International agency experience is a plus) You’re skilled in Excel, PowerPoint and Asana You have experience in project management, events production, managing budgets, timelines and You’re known for excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, hands-on, proactive and detail-oriented approach, strong communication and stakeholder management skills, ability to coordinate cross-functional teams, flexible and willing to support projects of different scales, and it shows in how you work with others. You communicate fluently in English and Italian You are available to travel internationally when required

WHAT WE OFFER

The position provides for a base salary between: €55.000,00 – €70.000,00 Remuneration is determined on objective criteria, regardless of gender. Within the base salary range, individual pay is determined by knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The position is expected to be classified within the National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL Tessile). The final contractual classification will be determined using objective criteria, including the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and relevant professional experience.

JOINING ZEGNA

Joining us means stepping into a world of excellence, where the uniqueness of our authenticity is rooted in the talents of our people, who together contribute to weaving a story of innovation and craftsmanship. You will become part of an ongoing journey of development, uncovering your talents while contributing to a proud legacy and a vibrant tomorrow. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of gender, age, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other personal characteristic.