Chanel Corporate Legal Apprentice

Chanel is an independent, vertically integrated luxury fashion house renowned for its heritage, craftsmanship and creative leadership across couture, ready‑to‑wear, beauty and accessories. As an employer, Chanel emphasizes discretion, excellence and long‑term talent development, offering cross‑disciplinary collaboration within a global network of maisons.

1. Assist the in‑house legal team in drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements, NDAs, supply and distribution contracts.
2. Provide legal support to business teams on corporate, commercial and regulatory matters, including risk analysis and contract compliance.
3. Conduct legal research and prepare clear legal memoranda and operational guidance under the supervision of senior counsel.
4. Coordinate with external counsel and follow up on litigation or contentious matters as required.
5. Contribute to contract management, template updates and the maintenance of legal files and corporate documentation.
6. Support internal stakeholders through day‑to‑day legal assistance, trainings and awareness on legal best practices.

1. Enrolled in a Master’s program in Business/Corporate Law (Master 1 or Master 2) and available for an alternance/apprenticeship.
2. Strong academic record from a reputable law faculty or Grande École.
3. Excellent drafting and analytical skills with attention to detail.
4. Ability to work autonomously, prioritise tasks and manage deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
5. Professional maturity, discretion and sound interpersonal skills when liaising with commercial teams and external advisers.
6. Interest in the luxury sector and customer‑centric business models.

1. Contract drafting
2. Commercial agreements
3. Corporate law
4. Legal research
5. Risk analysis
6. Document and file management

Previous internships or practical experience in a law firm or in‑house legal department in corporate or commercial law is advantageous but not mandatory for alternance candidates.

Enrolled in a Master’s degree in Business/Corporate Law (Master 1 or Master 2) or equivalent legal studies.

Chanel fosters a culture of refined craftsmanship, creativity and rigorous professionalism. Teams operate with discretion and an emphasis on mentorship, enabling apprentices and young professionals to gain substantive exposure to high‑value projects across the business.