Guerlain Human Resources Manager

Paris • France

Sunday, April 6, 2025

Guerlain, a distinguished name in the luxury perfumes and cosmetics sector, is renowned for its commitment to crafting exceptional fragrances and beauty products. As part of a prestigious conglomerate, Guerlain is dedicated to nurturing audacious talents and driving transformative growth. The brand is on a journey to solidify its position as the most iconic high perfumery and cosmetic house, surpassing competition through exclusivity and innovation.

1. Serve as the primary HR reference for managers, advising on individual and collective HR issues and co-developing agile organizational structures.
2. Provide support and guidance to employees throughout their career journey.
3. Attract and recruit top talent with a focus on excellence for various contract types, including permanent and graduate programs.
4. Facilitate career development, mobility, and create ambitious development pathways in collaboration with Talent Development teams.
5. Oversee performance and people reviews to identify and advance talent within the organization.
6. Proactively build qualified talent pipelines and anticipate succession planning needs.
7. Manage salary reviews in conjunction with the Compensation & Benefits team, ensuring a competitive and coherent remuneration policy.
8. Optimize workforce planning using precise dashboards.
9. Ensure compliance with labor laws and facilitate conflict resolution, supporting managers with disciplinary procedures and contentious departures.

1. Solid experience in generalist HR roles within dynamic and demanding environments.
2. Proven ability to balance strategic and operational HR functions.

1. Strong passion for human relations and business challenges.
2. Strategic and operational approach with a solution-oriented mindset.
3. Balanced posture integrating company imperatives and employee expectations.
4. Subtle and empathetic communication skills with emotional intelligence.
5. Collaborative spirit and trusted partnership capabilities.
6. Analytical and structured mindset with the ability to manage multiple topics effectively.
7. Curiosity and awareness of new HR trends and sector innovations.
8. Proficient in labor law and legal HR aspects.
9. Excellent command of Microsoft Office and HRIS tools.
10. Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Minimum of 5 years in a generalist HR role.

The position offers a dynamic work environment in the heart of Paris, with opportunities for professional growth and development within a leading luxury brand.

Guerlain fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and transformation. The company values strategic vision paired with operational action, encouraging a collaborative and supportive environment where employees can thrive and contribute to the brand's iconic status.