Founded in 1884, Breitling is a leading Swiss watchmaker. The innovative company defined the modern chronograph and pioneered the navigational tool watch. Today, it’s still breaking new ground as a casual, inclusive, and sustainable luxury brand with more than 250 industrial loft-inspired retail locations around the world. Breitling’s collections center around air, land, and sea pursuits, all captured in the brand’s unmistakable modern-retro style. The exceptional quality of every watch movement is confirmed by its status as a COSC-certified chronometer, and the brand remains one of only a handful of independent watchmakers to produce its own manufacture calibers. Combining classic watchmaking with the latest innovations, Breitling is both a company with history and one that’s ahead of its time.
Position Summary:
Breitling is looking for a culturally connected Partnerships & Entertainment Relations Manager to lead celebrity relations, brand collaborations, sponsorships, and entertainment partnerships across North America. This role enhances brand relevance through high-impact cultural moments and talent-driven activations.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Partnerships & Sponsorships:
- Identify, negotiate, and activate strategic partnerships, licensed collaborations, and sponsorships.
- Serve as main contact for external agents and stakeholders in the category, overseeing communications and deliverables.
- Collaborate with legal and finance, as well as HQ teams, on contracts, usage rights, and fees.
Talent & Celebrity Relations:
- Manage North American celebrity, influencer, and stylist partnerships, including product pulls, gifting, events, and appearances.
- Maintain strong relationships with agents, publicists, and stylists to secure visibility and alignment.
- Ensure each activation reflects the brand’s identity and standards.
Campaign & Event Execution:
- Support the integration of partnerships & talent at key activations, including boutique events, co-branded activations, brand image events, panels and more.
- Align efforts with global and regional strategy to support product and brand objectives.
- Ensure seamless coordination of assets, approvals, and compliance.
Measurement & Operations:
- Track KPIs and evaluate partnership ROI to guide future initiatives.
- Manage budgets, invoices, and reporting for talent, partnerships, and activations.
- Maintain up-to-date partner databases and tools (e.g., Launchmetrics, Modash, Cision).
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, Marketing, Business, Public Relations, or related field; Master’s a plus.
- 4–6 years in talent & celebrity relationships, brand partnerships, sponsorships, or entertainment marketing in fashion, luxury, or consumer lifestyle.
- Strong network across entertainment industry (agents, publicists, stylists); experience managing talent activations.
- Skilled in negotiating and managing contracts, image rights, and legal/finance coordination.
- Proven success activating partnerships, sponsorships, and co-branded events.
- Excellent organizational, budget management, and communication skills.
- Team-oriented with strategic thinking and cultural awareness to align partners with brand identity.
At Breitling, we believe in fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment that values our employees' well-being and growth. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, FSA & HAS, group life insurance and disability, paid parental leave and adoption support, tuition reimbursement, 401K match, Paid Time Off, Education Assistance, Employee Assistance program, commuter benefits and watch to wear / watch to buy program.
While the published salary range is a good faith reflection of the targeted salary level for the position, Breitling reserves the right to pay outside of the published salary range of $100,000 to $120,000 annual plus bonus structure.
EEO Statement
We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that reflects the excellence and refinement that define our brand. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We invite candidates from all walks of life to share their applications to join our Squad, where inclusion is at the heart of our vision of elegance and prestige.
At Breitling, we value:
- Entrepreneurship
- Effectiveness and efficiency
- Innovation
- Innovative and experimentation-oriented minds
- Ethical and inclusive values
- Heritage and know-how