Sephora Assistant Internal Control & Audit (Apprenticeship) — Europe & Middle East

Sephora is a global prestige beauty retailer and part of the LVMH group, recognized for a broad portfolio of brands and its own Sephora Collection. The employer is known for an omnichannel retail model, an emphasis on product diversity and innovation, and a sizable international footprint that brings together retail, digital and corporate functions.

1. Coordinate and drive the annual self‑assessment process across subsidiaries in Europe and the Middle East, liaising with local auditors.
2. Plan and execute process audits (examples: expense reporting, store cash reconciliations, logistics operations) in France and selected subsidiaries.
3. Analyze audit findings produced by local store auditors and critically challenge methodologies and conclusions.
4. Identify process risks and contribute to continuous improvement by updating procedures, refining control content and format, and conducting staff awareness activities.
5. Support projects related to the digitalisation of transactional and operational controls at store and head‑office level.

1. Enrolled in a Business School or equivalent at Master 2 level (in progress) — apprenticeship/alternance contract.
2. Strong analytical aptitude with an affinity for numerical data and audit methodology.
3. Fluent spoken and written English.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills; able to influence and coordinate with auditors and local stakeholders across multiple countries.
5. Autonomous, organized and proactive with the ability to manage concurrent priorities.

1. Internal control testing
2. Process auditing (expenses, cash reconciliation, logistics)
3. Audit reporting and result analysis
4. Risk identification and remediation
5. Control digitalisation and process improvement
6. Stakeholder coordination across multiple jurisdictions
7. Excel
8. PowerPoint

Beginner level: currently enrolled in a Master 2 programme. Prior internships in audit, internal control, finance or consulting are an asset but not mandatory.

Master 2 (in progress) — Business School or equivalent.

Sephora cultivates an inclusive, collaborative workplace where diversity of perspective is valued and personal development is encouraged. Teams operate in a fast‑paced, omnichannel retail environment that prioritizes professional growth, cross‑functional exposure and hands‑on responsibility.