Sephora Retail People Leader

Dubai • UAE

Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Sephora, a distinguished brand under the LVMH conglomerate, is renowned for its commitment to beauty that empowers and celebrates diversity. As a leader in the luxury retail sector, Sephora offers a dynamic work environment where innovation and inclusivity are at the forefront. With a strong presence in the Middle East, Sephora is dedicated to fostering a culture that values each individual and encourages professional growth.

1. Partner with retail leaders and People Centers of Excellence to align people priorities with business strategic goals.
2. Shape organizational design, rewards, HR operations, and learning initiatives to support business objectives.
3. Attract, develop, and retain top retail talent, building strong and engaged teams.
4. Identify and nurture high-potential talent, creating development paths and succession pipelines.
5. Lead performance management with clarity, accountability, and fairness.
6. Utilize people analytics and KPIs to provide insights and influence decisions.
7. Oversee the full employee lifecycle, ensuring a consistent and engaging experience.
8. Ensure compliance with policies, standards, and retail procedures.
9. Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across all stages of the employee lifecycle.
10. Act as a culture ambassador, ensuring Sephora’s values are lived daily across the retail network.

1. Experienced HR leader with a strong track record in senior HR roles.
2. Proven 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. Operational leadership with the ability to balance strategy with execution.
3. Skilled communicator and influencer with credibility across all organizational levels.
4. Proactive, analytical, and solutions-oriented with strong change management experience.
5. Resilient and adaptable in dynamic and multicultural contexts.

Minimum of 10 years in senior HR roles, preferably in retail or other fast-paced, multi-country environments.

A culture of empowerment, learning, and growth with opportunities to innovate and lead. Work that brings fulfillment and makes a difference in the industry.

Sephora fosters a community where authenticity is embraced, and the strength of differences fuels collective spirit. The company promotes a culture of empowerment, learning, and growth, offering tools and opportunities for innovation and leadership. Employees are motivated to deliver their best in an engaging environment that values diversity and inclusivity.