Chanel Learning Assistant — Fashion Retail
Chanel seeks a Learning Assistant (apprenticeship) in Cannes to support boutique training for Cannes & Nice starting Sept 2026.
Overview
Chanel is an independent French luxury house renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, accessories, fine jewellery, watches and fragrances. The brand is defined by meticulous craftsmanship, heritage-driven creativity and uncompromising standards; as an employer it invests in rigorous training, mentorship and the professional development of retail and corporate teams worldwide.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the regional Learning & Development team in delivering training and onboarding for fashion boutiques in Cannes and Nice.
- Coordinate logistics for in-store and classroom sessions, including scheduling, trainer liaison and participant communication.
- Prepare and maintain training materials, presentations and assessments; ensure consistency with brand standards and product knowledge.
- Track training attendance and completion, maintain learning records and produce regular progress reports for boutique managers and L&D leadership.
- Assist with product launches, seasonal refreshes and boutique activations by providing on-site training support and quality assurance.
- Act as a point of contact for boutique teams on operational training queries and escalate issues to the regional L&D manager where required.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in HR, Learning & Development, Business, Retail Management or a related discipline (required for alternance).
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple schedules and stakeholders.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; professional presentation and discretion in a luxury retail environment.
- Availability to begin the apprenticeship in September 2026 for the duration required by the academic programme.
- Previous customer-facing or retail experience preferred; prior exposure to training or HR activities is an advantage.
Skills
Experience
Student-level experience in retail or customer-facing roles is preferred. Any prior internships or project work in HR, L&D, or boutique retail operations will be advantageous.
Education
Enrolled in a higher-education program (Bachelor or Master level) in HR, Learning & Development, Business, Retail Management or equivalent; enrollment must permit an alternance/apprenticeship placement beginning September 2026.
Workplace
This position is based in Cannes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, within easy reach of Nice. Cerulean lists 71 open roles in Cannes, including 2 posted recently. The broader Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur area accounts for 177 active listings on Cerulean, 5 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.275 open positions, with 127 posted this week.
Culture
Chanel cultivates a culture of precision, creativity and respect for craftsmanship. The workplace emphasises mentorship, professional development and a commitment to exceptional client service, operating within an international yet discreet 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.