Fred Executive Assistant to General Manager

FRED is a Parisian fine jewellery Maison operating within LVMH’s Watches & Jewelry division, recognised for contemporary design and meticulous client service. As part of the LVMH group, the brand combines artisanal craft with an international retail footprint and close collaboration with global headquarters, offering roles that demand luxury-market sensibilities and operational excellence.

1. Provide comprehensive personal and executive support to the General Manager, managing diary, complex travel itineraries and both professional and private tasks with absolute discretion.
2. Respond rapidly to high-priority and urgent requests to enable the GM to focus on strategic matters.
3. Act as the English-language liaison to Headquarters and international visitors; provide Japanese↔English translation and interpretation as required.
4. Support planning and execution of brand events, including flexible evening hours to ensure exemplary guest experiences.
5. Prepare and deliver high-quality analytical reports and presentations using Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
6. Administer purchase orders, invoices and contracts in accordance with LVMH group procedures and internal controls.
7. Facilitate cross-functional communication between Finance, IT, Legal and other departments to ensure smooth operational workflows.
8. Coordinate visitor logistics and occasional travel support for incoming international guests.

1. Minimum three years’ experience as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant, preferably within the luxury retail, watch or jewellery sectors.
2. Bilingual fluency in Japanese and English (verbal and written) with proven interpretation/translation capability.
3. Demonstrable discretion and the ability to handle confidential information with utmost trustworthiness.
4. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and proven ability to produce analytical reports and executive presentations.
5. Excellent organisational and multitasking skills; remains composed under pressure and adapts to shifting priorities.
6. Willingness to work late on occasion for events; limited travel required to support visitors.
7. University degree or equivalent professional experience.

1. Microsoft Excel
2. Microsoft Word
3. Microsoft PowerPoint
4. Japanese-English translation/interpretation
5. Purchase order, invoice and contract administration
6. Executive-level diary and travel management
7. Executive presentation and reporting
8. Confidentiality and discretion

At least 3 years of experience as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant, ideally gained in luxury retail, watch or jewellery brands and including support for senior executives and major client or brand events.

University degree or equivalent professional experience.

The Maison fosters a client-centric, detail-oriented culture typical of luxury maisons, where professionalism and impeccable presentation are paramount. Teams operate in a collaborative, fast-paced environment that values discretion, cross-cultural fluency and a commitment to exceptional service.