Richemont Vice President of Talent

New York • USA

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Richemont, a distinguished leader in the luxury goods sector, is renowned for its prestigious Maisons, which include some of the most celebrated names in fine jewelry, watches, and fashion. As part of Richemont Americas, the company is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace that reflects the dynamic world around it. Richemont values the unique perspectives and contributions of its employees, driving innovation and excellence across its global operations.

1. Lead the development and execution of Richemont Americas' talent strategy to support strategic business objectives across all Maisons and Functions.
2. Create and implement innovative strategies to attract, acquire, and retain top talent, adapting to changing business priorities.
3. Oversee the full candidate lifecycle, including sourcing, interviewing, stakeholder collaboration, candidate offers, and onboarding.
4. Drive employer branding efforts through various channels, including social media and direct sourcing.
5. Collaborate with the Group Talent team on workforce planning and development strategies.
6. Establish relationships with senior leaders to assess internal talent, identify skill gaps, and develop succession plans.
7. Implement key performance metrics linked to business targets and use data analysis to drive success.
8. Enhance the candidate experience and internal service delivery through continuous evaluation and feedback.
9. Collaborate with L&D leaders to design programs for developing high-potential employees.
10. Ensure consistency in talent-related processes, including job descriptions and interview techniques.
11. Develop a communications strategy for talent acquisition initiatives in partnership with Internal Communications.
12. Manage third-party vendor activities and contracts.
13. Lead and mentor the Richemont Americas Talent team, focusing on succession planning and retention.
14. Create and manage the Talent Acquisition budget in partnership with Finance.

1. Undergraduate degree in a relevant field required; master's degree/MBA preferred.
2. Relevant certifications are highly regarded.
3. 15+ years of strategic talent acquisition and succession planning experience, with 7+ years in a leadership role.
4. Experience in retail and/or sales organizations.
5. Experience in an international, multi-brand organization; luxury environment preferred.
6. Understanding of organizational design principles and succession planning.
7. Extensive leadership and mentoring experience.
8. Experience using metrics and analytics for hiring strategies.
9. Demonstrated success in full-cycle recruiting.
10. Strong knowledge of current trends in talent acquisition and succession planning.
11. Proven ability to lead project teams and serve internal clients.
12. Ability to consult and collaborate with senior leaders and stakeholders.
13. Strong relationship management and negotiation skills.
14. Analytical, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills.
15. High integrity and confidentiality.
16. Proficiency in talent systems and technology.
17. Ability to work with organizational complexity and ambiguity.
18. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
19. Experience leading an internal mobility program preferred.

1. Strategic leadership in talent acquisition.
2. Innovative talent sourcing and retention strategies.
3. Stakeholder collaboration and relationship management.
4. Data-driven decision making and analytics.
5. Employer branding and communication strategies.
6. Leadership and team development.
7. Budget management and financial acumen.

15+ years in strategic talent acquisition and succession planning, with at least 7 years in a leadership capacity, preferably within a luxury or multi-brand environment.

Undergraduate degree required; master's degree or MBA preferred.

Expected salary range: $235,000 - $275,000, based on skills and experience.

Richemont offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision programs, health savings accounts, life insurance, disability benefits, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, wellness reimbursement, and access to an employee assistance program. Volunteer days off are also provided to support community initiatives.

Richemont fosters a culture of inclusivity and diversity, celebrating the unique backgrounds and perspectives of its employees. The company emphasizes creativity and knowledge sharing, empowering its workforce to deliver excellence and drive innovation. Richemont is committed to employee well-being and work-life balance, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment.