Chanel Human Resources Coordinator (Work‑Study - Fashion)

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Chanel in Paris seeks a Human Resources Coordinator (Work‑Study) for the fashion division — alternance starting Sept 2026. Apply for an HR apprenticeship.

Overview

Chanel is an independent French luxury maison renowned for haute couture, ready‑to‑wear, accessories, fragrance and beauty. As an employer, Chanel is distinguished by exacting standards of craftsmanship, discretion and a long‑standing commitment to talent development and internal mobility within a highly creative, globally oriented environment.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support end‑to‑end recruitment activities: job posting, CV screening, interview coordination and candidate follow‑up for the fashion division.
  • Coordinate onboarding and induction programmes for new hires and apprentices, ensuring seamless integration across departments.
  • Maintain HR administrative processes: employment contracts, personnel files, statutory reporting and document compliance.
  • Liaise with payroll and social affairs teams to ensure accurate transmission of HR data and attendance records.
  • Contribute to HR projects such as talent events, internal mobility initiatives and employer‑branding activities on campus.
  • Update and maintain HRIS and ATS records; produce basic HR reports and dashboards as required.
  • Provide day‑to‑day employee relations support with professional discretion and adherence to French labour law.

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a Bac+3 to Bac+5 programme in Human Resources, Business Administration or equivalent, eligible for an alternance contract starting September 2026.
  • Demonstrated organisational rigour, discretion and a strong sense of confidentiality.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to interact professionally with candidates and internal stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of basic French labour law and HR administration principles.
  • Fluent written and spoken French is strongly recommended; professional English is advantageous.

Skills

Recruitment coordination Onboarding & induction management HR administration and personnel file management Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) HRIS / ATS management (exposure to Workday, Taleo or similar) Basic knowledge of French labour law Stakeholder communication and event coordination Discretion and data confidentiality

Experience

Previous internships or short professional experiences (6–12 months) in HR, talent acquisition or HR administration are preferred; experience within luxury, fashion or retail environments is an advantage.

Education

Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's programme in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related discipline; eligible for alternance/apprenticeship in France.

Workplace

The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France. There are currently 3.349 open positions in Paris on Cerulean, with 58 added recently. Within Île-de-France, Cerulean currently features 3.759 open roles, including 74 recent additions. Across France, Cerulean lists 4.317 open roles — 83 of them newly added.

Culture

Chanel cultivates a culture of craftsmanship, refinement and discretion, where attention to detail and creative excellence are paramount. The workplace emphasizes mentorship, professional development and cross‑disciplinary collaboration within a high‑standards luxury environment.

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.