Sephora HR Manager

Dubai • UAE

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Sephora, a distinguished leader in the prestige beauty retail industry, is part of the esteemed LVMH Group. Since its inception in 1969 in Limoges, France, Sephora has been at the forefront of innovation, championing diversity and inclusivity within the beauty sector. With a presence in 35 countries and a workforce of 56,000 employees, Sephora connects customers with a curated selection of nearly 500 brands, alongside its own Sephora Collection. The company is committed to fostering a world of inspiration and inclusion, celebrating beauty in all its forms.

1. Drive the people strategy across 50+ stores in 5 countries, ensuring alignment with business goals.
2. Inspire, coach, and develop retail teams to achieve daily excellence.
3. Act as a strong ambassador of Sephora’s culture, fostering an inclusive, high-performance environment.
4. Serve as a trusted advisor to retail leaders, championing talent attraction, growth, and engagement.
5. Oversee the full employee lifecycle, ensuring a consistent and engaging experience.
6. Partner with HR operations to ensure seamless execution of HR processes.
7. Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across all stages of the employee lifecycle.
8. Handle employee relations matters with fairness and discretion.

1. Fluency in Arabic with experience in the Middle East retail sector.
2. Proven track record in senior HR roles, preferably within retail or fast-paced, multi-country environments.
3. Ability to manage large retail networks and align people strategies with commercial priorities.

1. Inclusive leadership with a passion for building diverse, high-performing teams.
2. Hands-on operational leadership with strategic execution capabilities.
3. Strong communication and influencing skills across all organizational levels.
4. Proactive, analytical, and solutions-oriented mindset.
5. Experience in change management and adaptability in dynamic contexts.

Minimum of 10 years in HR leadership roles, preferably in retail or similar fast-paced environments.

A community where authenticity is embraced, and diversity fuels collective spirit. A culture of empowerment, learning, and growth, offering tools and opportunities to innovate and lead.

Sephora fosters a culture of empowerment, learning, and growth, where authenticity is embraced, and diversity is celebrated. The company values inclusivity and strives to create an environment where employees are motivated, empowered, and inspired to deliver their best.