Brand Programs & PR Senior Specialist (fixed-term maternity cover)
Job Description
Calling all originals: At Levi Strauss & Co., you can be yourself — and be part of something bigger. We’re a company of people who like to forge our own path and leave the world better than we found it. Who believe that what makes us different makes us stronger. So add your voice. Make an impact. Find your fit — and your future.
About the Job
We are looking for a Senior Brand Programs & PR Specialist to support the execution of the Levi’s® brand and consumer strategy in Italy.
This role sits at the intersection of brand, PR, influencer marketing, and cultural engagement, with a strong focus on building and managing external relationships. You will help bring global brand priorities to life locally, create culturally relevant moments, and ensure Levi’s® maintains a strong and consistent presence across all consumer touchpoints - while supporting the internalization of PR and influencer activities.
This is a highly dynamic, hands-on role in a fast-evolving team, requiring both strong project management skills and an established external network across media, talent, and cultural stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Brand & PR Execution
• Support the delivery of the Levi’s® brand marketing strategy locally, aligned with Global and EU priorities
• Develop and execute seasonal PR, influencer, and engagement plans to drive awareness and conversion
• Partner with Channel Marketing to amplify campaigns across Retail, Wholesale, and E-commerce
PR, Influencer & External Relations
• Build and manage relationships with press, stylists, influencers, and cultural stakeholders
• Support the transition to an in-house PR model, leading direct conversations with media and partners
• Contribute to talent mapping and influencer strategy, ensuring alignment with brand values and aesthetics
• Prioritize and manage incoming requests (editorial, influencer, VIP) with strong business judgment
Events & Brand Experiences
• Plan and execute consumer events and brand activations (e.g. festivals, Pride, Milano-based initiatives)
• Support the delivery of the Milano “key city” strategy, creating impactful brand heat moments
• Coordinate end-to-end project management for activations, from concept to execution
• Support showroom activities, including product placement, appointments, and stakeholder engagement
Operations & Planning
• Support the definition and execution of the local marketing and content calendar
• Manage agency relationships across PR, media, social, and creative
• Contribute to A&P budget tracking, forecasting, and reporting
• Monitor performance of campaigns and events, supporting ROI analysis
About You
• ~5 years of experience in PR, communications, influencer marketing, or brand marketing, ideally within fashion, lifestyle, or a consumer-driven industry
• Established network or exposure to media, PR agencies, influencers, or talent (agency background is a strong plus)
• Strong understanding of Italian cultural landscape, media ecosystem, and youth-oriented consumers
• Proven experience managing events, activations, or PR initiatives end-to-end
• Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills (internal and external)
• Hands-on, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Data-aware and performance-driven mindset
• Degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or similar
• Willingness to travel (~20%)
This is a hybrid position based in our Milan office. You will be expected to be in the office minimum three days per week, though time in office may vary depending on business needs.
The expected starting salary range for this role is €36,800.00 - €49,000.00 gross per year. The amount an employee will earn within the salary range will be based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, performance, and our needs. Salary ranges may vary by location and currency. Where roles are advertised across multiple locations, local ranges will apply.
Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) offers a total rewards package that includes base pay, paid leave, product discounts, and more designed to help you and your family stay healthy, meet your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits and incentive compensation vary depending upon the specifics of the role; details relating to a specific role will be made available upon request. Read more about our benefits here.
LS&Co. is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome and value people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences to make LS&Co. a collective success.
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