Christian Dior Executive Assistant to SVP Finance & Operations & Chief Commercial Officer
Christian Dior Couture in New York seeks an Executive Assistant to the SVP Finance & Operations & Chief Commercial Officer — hybrid; $100k–$125k + bonus.
Overview
Christian Dior Couture is a leading Parisian Maison within the LVMH Group, celebrated for its French heritage, artisanal savoir‑faire and dedication to couture-level creativity. As part of LVMH, the Maison offers a luxury retail and corporate environment that emphasizes craft, sustainability and cross‑discipline collaboration while providing employees opportunities to engage in firmwide initiatives on diversity, sustainability and social responsibility.
Role & Responsibilities
- Provide high‑level administrative support to the SVP Finance & Operations and the Chief Commercial Officer, managing complex calendars, prioritizing meetings and handling sensitive correspondence.
- Coordinate and produce executive‑grade communications, presentations and memos using established brand and corporate guidelines (including PowerPoint).
- Orchestrate all domestic and international travel logistics for senior leadership and designated visitors; prepare detailed itineraries and manage travel approvals.
- Lead corporate travel management as primary liaison with travel agency partners: develop and refine travel policies, ensure budget compliance and identify cost‑efficient solutions.
- Plan and execute on‑site and off‑site meetings and conferences, negotiate venue arrangements, secure AV/equipment needs and manage event logistics.
- Reconcile, track and approve executive expense reports and maintain accurate records of expenditures.
- Screen telephone calls, handle routine inquiries, and route sensitive information appropriately while exercising discretion and confidentiality.
- Establish and maintain comprehensive records, reports and reference materials; document actions on sensitive issues and release information to authorized parties as directed.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years' experience supporting C‑level or senior executives, preferably within luxury retail, fashion or a complex corporate environment.
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgment and make independent decisions with discretion and tact.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and polished telephone etiquette.
- Demonstrated experience in complex calendar management, multi‑party meeting coordination and executive travel logistics.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across internal and external stakeholders.
- Willingness and ability to travel as required.
Skills
Experience
Minimum five years of C‑level or senior executive assistant experience with a track record of supporting multiple senior leaders, managing international travel programs, and handling confidential, high‑stakes communications.
Education
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in New York, New York, USA. 498 luxury roles are listed in New York on Cerulean, 19 posted in the last 48 hours. Across the New York region, Cerulean lists 610 open positions — 21 listed in the past two days. Cerulean currently advertises 2.264 open roles in USA, including 71 added in the last 48 hours.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 100,000 to USD 125,000 per annum.
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision; Flexible Spending Accounts; short‑ and long‑term disability; employee discount program; paid time off and volunteer time off; holidays; mental health and wellbeing support; family‑friendly benefits including reproductive health care and child/elder care services; commuter benefits; 401(k) with employer match; employee referral program.
Culture
Christian Dior Couture fosters a creative, artisanal culture rooted in French couture heritage and the LVMH group's commitment to excellence. The Maison values inclusivity, professional development and employee engagement, with internal communities focused on sustainability, diversity and corporate social responsibility.
About Cerulean
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