Chanel Beauty Advisor (Work‑Study / Alternance)
- Location
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Apr 24, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is an independent global maison renowned for its haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories, haute joaillerie, watches and beauty and fragrance lines. The brand is recognised for uncompromising craftsmanship, an exacting standard of client service and sustained investment in training and talent development across retail and beauty operations.
Chanel is hiring a Beauty Advisor (Alternance) in Paris — work‑study position starting September 2026. Client-facing role in Chanel beauty boutique.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver personalised beauty consultations and product recommendations across makeup, skincare and fragrance to a luxury clientele in accordance with brand standards.
- Perform make-up application and skin analysis demonstrations, adapting techniques to diverse skin types and client expectations.
- Drive sales and contribute to store performance by converting consultations into purchases and achieving individual targets within the alternance framework.
- Maintain impeccable visual merchandising and product presentation in line with Chanel directives; ensure stock rotation and inventory accuracy.
- Build and maintain client relationships through proactive clienteling, follow-ups and appointment management to foster loyalty.
- Support daily boutique operations including point‑of‑sale transactions, sample management, and adherence to loss‑prevention and hygiene procedures.
- Participate in training modules and assessments required by the academic alternance programme and internal Chanel development initiatives.
Qualifications
- Eligible for a work‑study (alternance) contract beginning September 2026 and enrolled in a recognised vocational programme in cosmetics, beauty therapy, retail, or a related discipline.
- Strong interpersonal presence with professional grooming and the ability to represent a luxury brand with discretion and poise.
- Availability for retail shift patterns, including evenings and weekends, and readiness to balance workplace duties with academic requirements.
- Fluency in French is strongly advantageous for client-facing interactions in Paris (not specified in source).
Skills
Experience
Entry‑level role tailored to candidates in a work‑study programme; previous retail or beauty experience is an advantage but not mandatory. Demonstrable client‑facing experience or internships in cosmetics retail will be positively considered.
Education
Enrolled in a vocational diploma or degree (e.g., BTS, professional certificate) in cosmetology, beauty therapy, retail management or equivalent, compatible with an alternance contract.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Chanel fosters a culture of refinement, craftsmanship and client excellence, with a strong emphasis on professional development and in‑house training. The workplace expects high standards of personal presentation, discretion and collaboration within a team committed to preserving the maison's heritage.
About Cerulean
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