Director of Marketing & Communications - Luxury Fashion House

Mode Executive is partnering with an internationally recognised luxury Maison to appoint an exceptional Marketing &​ Communications Director to lead the UK &​ Ireland market.

This is a rare opportunity to join one of the world's most prestigious luxury brands, taking ownership of the local marketing and communications strategy while shaping brand desirability, driving commercial performance and leading a high-performing team.

The Opportunity

Reporting into the senior leadership team, you will be responsible for translating global brand strategy into impactful local execution across the UK &​ Ireland. You will play a pivotal role in strengthening brand equity, delivering best-in-class campaigns and ensuring every customer touchpoint reflects the highest standards of luxury.

Working cross-functionally with regional and global stakeholders, you will lead the development and execution of integrated marketing and communication initiatives that drive both brand awareness and commercial success.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the UK &​ Ireland marketing and communications strategy aligned with global brand objectives.
• Create long-term market plans that enhance brand equity and support sustainable business growth.
• Lead integrated 360° marketing campaigns across digital, print, PR, events, media, partnerships and experiential activations.
• Drive brand storytelling, press relations and communications strategy to maximise visibility and desirability.
• Oversee luxury events, product launches, VIP experiences and ambassador programmes.
• Manage significant marketing and advertising budgets, ensuring maximum return on investment.
• Analyse market performance, customer insights and competitor activity to identify opportunities for growth.
• Partner closely with retail, merchandising, operations and commercial teams to optimise product launches and in-store performance.
• Support both retail boutiques and wholesale partners with impactful marketing initiatives and customer engagement strategies.
• Lead, mentor and develop a talented marketing and communications team, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.

About You

We are looking for an experienced luxury marketing leader who combines strategic thinking with outstanding execution.

You will bring:

• 15+ years' experience within luxury fashion, jewellery, watches, beauty or premium lifestyle brands.
• Proven success leading Marketing &​ Communications functions within an international luxury business.
• Strong expertise across brand marketing, communications, PR, media, events, product marketing and customer engagement.
• Experience developing and implementing integrated 360° marketing strategies.
• Commercially driven with a strong understanding of retail performance and brand growth.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills with experience working across international markets.
• Strong leadership experience with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
• Excellent analytical, communication and presentation skills.
• Passion for luxury, craftsmanship, creativity and exceptional customer experiences.

Why Apply?

This is a unique opportunity to join an iconic global luxury business with an exceptional heritage and an exciting future. You'll have the opportunity to influence brand strategy at market level, collaborate with international teams and lead best-in-class marketing initiatives for one of the most respected names in luxury.

For a confidential discussion, or to learn more about this opportunity, please contact Stacey McCarthy at Mode Executive.

Please note: Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to provide individual feedback at this stage. Successful applicants will be contacted in due course.