Chanel Visual Merchandising Assistant

About Chanel

Chanel is one of the world’s most revered luxury houses, founded by Gabrielle Chanel and distinguished by an enduring vision of elegance, freedom, and modernity. As an employer, the House brings together métiers ranging from haute couture, fashion and leather goods to fragrance, beauty, watches, and fine jewelry, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a legacy defined by exceptional craftsmanship and creative audacity. Chanel values excellence, discretion, collaboration, and long-term development, fostering an environment where talent is nurtured and heritage is continually reinterpreted for contemporary clients. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, innovation, and the timeless spirit of the brand.

Role & Responsibilities

• Conduct daily visual audits of displays and windows to ensure compliance with Chanel brand guidelines, replacing and repositioning products as needed
• Collaborate with the VM team on preparations for in-store scenography rotations and seasonal décor changes
• Execute display rotations and window decoration changes as directed
• Verify product labeling conforms to established visual merchandising standards
• Communicate display zone changes and updates to sales floor teams
• Identify and respond to sales optimization needs identified by floor management
• Proactively share updates, photographs, and requests with the VM team
• Participate in installation of VM animations and promotional displays within the boutique
• Manage price-point displays and signage placement
• Organize, inventory, and coordinate delivery of visual merchandising tools and materials

Qualifications

• Higher education diploma or equivalent
• Experience in luxury retail, visual merchandising, or sales environments
• Strong fashion industry knowledge and visual sensibility
• Acute attention to detail and ability to execute complex visual concepts
• Capacity to maintain focus, discretion, and composure under pressure
• Initiative, rigor, and adaptability in fast-paced retail settings
• Collaborative approach and ability to work effectively within teams
• Willingness to adapt to dynamic store environments

Skills

Experience

One or more years of experience in luxury boutiques, visual merchandising, or retail sales environments.

Education

Higher education qualification (Bac+2 or equivalent).

Workplace

Benefits

Integration programme including Chanel heritage and product training; retail knowledge development; exposure to multiple European regional services; access to Young Talent Community events and professional networking opportunities.

Culture

Chanel fosters a culture of timeless creativity, exacting craftsmanship, and quiet excellence, where employees are encouraged to uphold the house’s heritage while contributing to its continued innovation. The workplace environment is refined, collaborative, and deeply committed to quality, offering professionals the opportunity to grow within a globally respected maison that values discretion, artistry, and long-term vision.

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