Heritage Project Manager

TN Switzerland; Plan-les-Ouates; Vor Ort; CHF 80’000 - 120’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Une entreprise innovante recherche un Responsable de Projet Patrimoine pour préserver et promouvoir une collection précieuse. Ce rôle dynamique implique la gestion d'objets historiques, la création de bases de données détaillées, et le développement d'expositions captivantes. Vous travaillerez en étroite collaboration avec des curateurs et des designers pour raconter l'histoire de la marque à travers des expositions et des événements. Si vous êtes passionné par l'histoire, l'art et l'horlogerie, et que vous souhaitez contribuer à une stratégie patrimoniale enrichissante, cette opportunité est faite pour vous!

Leistungen

Formations variées

Équipe amicale et ouverte

Activités diversifiées

Qualifikationen

• Expérience en gestion du patrimoine ou curation de musée, de préférence dans le secteur du luxe.
• Connaissance approfondie de l'horlogerie et de l'histoire de la fabrication de montres.

Aufgaben

• Gérer l'inventaire et la restauration des objets de la collection privée de Piaget.
• Développer et exécuter des expositions engageantes pour promouvoir la collection.

Kenntnisse

Gestion de projet

Communication

Recherche

Gestion des collections

Connaissance de l'horlogerie

Bilingue anglais et français

Ausbildung

Bachelor ou Master en Histoire

Muséologie

Tools

Systèmes de gestion de bases de données

Systèmes de gestion des actifs numériques

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15.04.2025

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30.05.2025

Job Description:

Heritage Project Manager

«Always do better than necessary» is not only our founder’s motto; it is also the mindset that drives us every day to do what has never been done before!

Have you ever thought about becoming a member of the Piaget Family?

If you are:

• Proactive, autonomous, and organized
• Energetic, resilient, and able to work transversally
• Client service and solutions oriented

Then you must be the right talent to join our Heritage’s team as Heritage Project Manager!

The Heritage Project Manager is responsible for the preservation, management, and promotion of Piaget's private collection. This includes historical timepieces, documents, designs, and other artifacts that represent the brand's rich heritage. The role encompasses collection management, exhibition development, documentation, authentication support, and contributing to the overall heritage strategy of Piaget.

You will make an impact by:

• Managing the inventory, cataloguing, storage, budget and restoration of all items within the Piaget private collection.
• Managing the acquisition of new items for the collection, in line with the brand's heritage strategy (incl. Auctions Monitoring).
• Creating and maintaining a comprehensive database for all collection items, including detailed descriptions, storytelling, provenance information, images and condition reports.
• Participating in the promotion of the Piaget heritage collection through various channels, including online platforms, social media, and public events.
• Planning, developing, and executing engaging and informative exhibitions showcasing the Piaget heritage collection (Piaget Retail Network, External Exhibitions).
• Collaborating with curators, designers, and other stakeholders to create compelling exhibition narratives and displays.
• Managing all aspects of exhibition logistics, including transportation, installation, and de-installation of collection items.
• Providing authentication & insurance certificates of Piaget timepieces and other artifacts to markets and end-clients.
• Developing and implementing authentication protocols and procedures.
• Conducting thorough research on archive items to enhance understanding of their historical significance and technical details.
• Contributing to the development of educational materials and publications related to the Piaget heritage.
• Maintaining a comprehensive knowledge of Piaget's history, production techniques, and design evolution.
• Contributing to the development and implementation of Piaget's overall heritage strategy.
• Serving as a brand ambassador, representing Piaget's heritage to internal and external stakeholders (educating VVIP clients, Watch geeks, PR & prospects).
• Animating and training our Grands Vendeurs Community to transmit the know-how and storytelling of our Maison.

Your exceptional skills we are looking for:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in History, Art History, Museum Studies, or a related field.
• Experience in heritage management, museum curation, auction houses or a similar role, preferably within the luxury goods industry.
• In-depth knowledge of horology and the history of watchmaking.
• Strong understanding of collection management principles and best practices.
• Experience in exhibition development and project management.
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
• Fluency in English and French (written and spoken).
• Proficiency in database management and digital asset management systems.
• Soft skills required to work in a multinational environment, managing relationships with different functions and diverse cultures, demonstrating agility, flexibility, and team spirit.
• You possess a high level of ethics and values standards and a strong sense of confidentiality.

Still wondering why you should apply?

• Our friendly, open-minded and talented team looks forward to welcoming complementary skills to keep raising the bar.
• Your daily activities will be interesting, challenging and diverse.
• We are passionate about developing our people and you will have access to various trainings.
• No day will be like another!

The Piaget sense of daring, shared joy and freedom, means that we will always strive to go further! If you want to become a part of it do not hesitate to apply!