Galeries Lafayette Reception Host Internship

Paris • France

Tuesday, November 5, 2024

The Watch and Jewelry Division of the Galeries Lafayette Group stands as the preeminent French distributor of watches and fine jewelry through its renowned brands: Galeries Lafayette, Louis Pion, and Galeries Lafayette-Royal Quartz. This division serves as the purchasing hub for jewelry and watch sectors across 57 Galeries Lafayette department stores in France and Luxembourg, operating multi-brand watch spaces in 40 of these locations. Louis Pion, with 70 retail outlets across France and an e-commerce platform, offers an extensive selection of watches and jewelry from over 60 brands, ranging from accessible to premium, alongside its own collections. Galeries Lafayette-Royal Quartz provides exclusive access to over 50 prestigious watch and jewelry brands through its network of 12 boutiques and online store, also offering bespoke jewelry creation services. Additionally, the division manages mono-brand boutiques for Cartier, Rolex, Omega, Messika, Tudor, and Hermès in department stores and airports. The division aims to captivate the curiosity and passion of watch and jewelry enthusiasts.

1. Provide exemplary customer service to both French and international clientele with discretion and respect.
2. Manage client waiting times, provide information, and organize appointments.
3. Assist sales associates during product presentations.
4. Welcome clients by offering refreshments.
5. Attend to and respond to client inquiries attentively.
6. Contribute to the boutique's setup and maintenance.
7. Learn and implement boutique security protocols.

1. Fluency in French and English; proficiency in a third language is advantageous.
2. Pursuing a conventioned internship in a demanding and exciting environment.

1. Strong customer orientation and ability to build trustful relationships.
2. Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.
3. Enthusiastic and proactive approach to client interactions.

No prior experience required; ideal for those seeking to gain knowledge in the watch and jewelry sector.

Currently enrolled in a relevant educational program.

Compensation is aligned with educational level: €800 gross monthly for Bac +2/3, €1000 for Bac +4, and €1200 for Bac +5.

Employee discounts on purchases, 100% premium for Sunday work, meal vouchers, and personalized onboarding support.

The company is committed to inclusivity, with positions open to individuals with disabilities and a strong gender equality index. It actively participates in environmental impact reduction and promotes recycling of used watches and jewelry. The workplace culture encourages long-term career development within the Galeries Lafayette Group.