Chanel Contracts & Editions Assistant (Apprenticeship)

Chanel is an independent French maison renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories, fragrance and beauty. The company combines deep artisanal savoir‑faire with an international luxury footprint and invests in long‑term talent development across creative, commercial and corporate functions.

1. Support end‑to‑end contract management for Parfums & Beauty: prepare, circulate and follow up contracts, amendments and renewals.
2. Maintain and update the contract database and document repositories; ensure accurate filing, version control and archival.
3. Coordinate cross‑functionally with legal, procurement, regulatory, finance and marketing teams to obtain approvals and signatures within deadlines.
4. Draft and redline standard contractual clauses under supervision; flag commercial or legal anomalies for escalation.
5. Prepare editorial materials and administrative documentation for product launches and partner communications; assist with production of contract summaries and reporting.

1. Currently enrolled in an alternance/apprenticeship programme (Bac+2 to Bac+5) in Law, Business Administration, Contract Management, or equivalent.
2. Demonstrable organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail and a strong sense of confidentiality.
3. Ability to prioritise tasks, meet tight deadlines and work effectively within cross‑functional teams.
4. Professional proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); comfortable learning document management systems.

1. Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
2. Contract drafting and redlining (guided)
3. Contract lifecycle management and database maintenance
4. Document management and archival practices
5. Cross‑functional coordination and stakeholder follow‑up
6. Professional business writing and clear correspondence

Previous internship or vocational experience in contracts, legal administration, procurement or a back‑office function is advantageous but not mandatory; suitable for candidates seeking an alternance placement.

Enrolled in a Bac+2 to Bac+5 programme (Law, Business Administration, Contract Management or related discipline).

Chanel fosters a culture of craftsmanship, discretion and creative excellence. Teams operate with high standards, collaborative discipline and a long‑term commitment to developing talent across corporate and creative functions.