Chanel HR Generalist Assistant (Work‑Study) — Watchmaking & Jewellery

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Seniority Intern
Posted Mar 17, 2026
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Chanel in Paris seeks an HR Generalist Assistant (work‑study) for Horlogerie & Joaillerie — alternance starting Sept 2026.

Overview

Chanel is a leading independent luxury house known for haute couture, ready‑to‑wear, accessories, watches and fine jewellery. The maison combines artisanal savoir‑faire with global operations and offers employees a craft‑led, detail‑oriented environment where creativity and excellence are paramount.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support the HR team for the Horlogerie & Joaillerie division in daily administrative tasks, including personnel file management and contract preparation.
  • Assist with recruitment activities: drafting job postings, screening CVs, coordinating interviews and candidate communications.
  • Coordinate onboarding and integration for new hires and apprentices, ensuring a seamless arrival and completion of mandatory administrative formalities.
  • Contribute to payroll and time‑and‑attendance data preparation by liaising with payroll partners and ensuring data accuracy.
  • Support training and development initiatives by organising sessions, tracking participation and maintaining training records.
  • Participate in HR projects and continuous‑improvement initiatives, producing reports and analyses for HR leadership.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of employee information and ensure compliance with internal policies and French labour legislation.

Qualifications

  • Enrolled in a recognised Bachelor’s or Master’s programme in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline and eligible for alternance (work‑study) starting September 2026.
  • Demonstrable interest in HR generalist activities; previous internship or practical exposure to HR processes is advantageous.
  • Good understanding of basic French labour law and HR administrative processes.
  • Professional fluency in French; business English desirable.
  • High level of discretion, organisational precision and ability to manage multiple administrative priorities.

Skills

HR administration Onboarding and integration coordination Recruitment support Payroll coordination and data preparation Training coordination Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) Confidentiality and discretion Strong interpersonal and written communication skills

Experience

Seeking a candidate enrolled in an HR or business programme and available for an alternance placement beginning September 2026. Prior internship experience in HR or administrative roles (6–12 months) is preferred but not mandatory.

Education

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field and eligible for alternance/work‑study.

Workplace

The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France. There are currently 3.323 open positions in Paris on Cerulean, with 64 added recently. Within Île-de-France, Cerulean currently features 3.740 open roles, including 97 recent additions. Across France, Cerulean lists 4.294 open roles — 122 of them newly added.

Culture

Chanel cultivates a culture of craftsmanship, discretion and relentless quality, blending heritage savoir‑faire with modern professional standards. Teams operate in a collaborative, high‑expectation environment where attention to detail and respect for artisanal processes are prized.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.