Berluti HR Administration & Payroll Manager

About Berluti

Founded in Paris in 1895 by Alessandro Berluti, Berluti is a storied maison renowned for bespoke shoemaking, exceptional leather goods, and a distinctive art of patina. As an employer, the House offers a rare environment where heritage craftsmanship meets contemporary masculine elegance, encouraging artisans, retail talents, designers, and corporate teams to uphold exacting standards while contributing to creative evolution. Part of LVMH, Berluti combines the intimacy of a specialist luxury atelier with the opportunities of a global group, valuing savoir-faire, client excellence, cultural curiosity, and long-term career development in service of objects made with soul, precision, and character.

Role & Responsibilities

• Manage HR administration and employee records, ensuring data integrity and compliance with statutory requirements, mandatory communications, and accident reporting procedures
• Oversee payroll processing in coordination with external providers, ensuring timely and accurate execution, regulatory compliance, and resolution of employee inquiries
• Administer employee time and attendance using the Zucchetti system, precisely tracking working hours and enforcing company policies
• Prepare analytical statistics and internal/Group reporting, including headcount analysis, monthly/annual reports, absenteeism tracking, leave management, and overtime calculations
• Oversee employment contracts in compliance with applicable labor laws, remaining current on legislative updates and implementing policy revisions as required
• Support development, monitoring, and revision of the annual payroll budget in alignment with company and Group guidelines, conducting ongoing HR cost control analysis
• Contribute to annual salary reviews and variable compensation processes based on performance evaluations and established guidelines
• Promote and implement innovative HR Information Systems solutions to enhance operational efficiency across strategic HR processes

Qualifications

• Degree in Economics or equivalent professional experience
• At least 7–10 years of experience in HR Administration, with specific expertise in payroll and budget management
• Excellent knowledge of payroll compensation & benefits, labor legislation, and related administrative management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with HRIS systems (knowledge of Zucchetti and SuccessFactors will be advantageous)
• Fluent in Italian and English; French knowledge is preferred

Skills

Experience

Minimum 7–10 years in HR Administration roles with demonstrated focus on payroll operations and budget management. Strong understanding of Italian labor legislation and compensation administration required.

Education

Degree in Economics or equivalent professional experience demonstrating mastery of HR administration, payroll, and labor compliance.

Workplace

Compensation

The base compensation for this position is EUR 50,000 per annum.

Benefits

Participation in annual bonus scheme (5% Target Bonus plus performance-based discretionary bonus), statutory benefits, and additional benefits in accordance with company policies and national collective bargaining agreement (CCNL).

Culture

Berluti fosters a workplace culture rooted in exceptional craftsmanship, Parisian elegance, and a deep respect for artisanal know-how, where employees contribute to a house renowned for bespoke shoes, patinas, and refined menswear. As an employer, Berluti values precision, creativity, and client-centric excellence, offering an environment where tradition and innovation meet in the pursuit of timeless luxury.

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