Christian Dior HR Manager, Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Human Resources, People & Culture
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jul 15, 2026
About Christian Dior
Christian Dior, founded in Paris in 1946, stands as one of the world’s most influential maisons, uniting haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, fragrance, beauty, and exceptional retail experiences. As an employer, Dior offers a culture shaped by artistic audacity, meticulous craftsmanship, and the pursuit of excellence, where heritage and innovation continually enrich one another. Its teams collaborate across ateliers, studios, boutiques, and corporate functions within an international environment that values elegance, precision, inclusivity, and entrepreneurial spirit. Working at Dior means contributing to a legacy of timeless style while helping define the future of luxury with creativity, discipline, and purpose.
Christian Dior Couture, Paris: HR Manager leading Recruitment & Talent Acquisition for corporate functions. Full-time, permanent role.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead all permanent and fixed-term recruitment across the assigned portfolio
- Define tailored sourcing and recruitment strategies for corporate and specialist roles
- Deliver premium, differentiated candidate experiences aligned with Maison standards
- Develop talent pools for critical and strategic positions prone to talent scarcity
- Challenge hiring managers' briefs and support recruitment decision-making
- Collaborate with employer branding and campus management teams
- Actively support internal mobility initiatives at both Maison and Group levels
- Partner with senior directors and managers on organizational, human capital, and business challenges
- Advise operational leaders on comprehensive HR matters including labour law, performance, mobility, talent development, compensation, and employee engagement
- Participate in defining and deploying HR strategy for corporate functions
- Guide organizational transformations and change management initiatives
- Ensure consistent application of Maison and Group HR policies
- Track and analyze HR metrics including headcount, turnover, mobility, recruitment, diversity, and engagement
- Identify high-potential individuals and support succession planning
- Participate in annual people reviews covering performance and salary adjustments
- Coach managers in skills development and performance management
- Champion a management culture rooted in excellence, rigour, and team development
- Contribute to cross-functional HR and transformation projects
- Drive continuous improvements in recruitment and talent management processes
- Champion innovation in HR practices, people analytics, and employee experience
Qualifications
- Master's degree from a business school, university, or specialized HR/employment law programme
- Minimum 10–12 years of progressive experience as an HR Business Partner and/or Talent Acquisition Manager in demanding, international settings
- Proven expertise in corporate recruitment and high-level talent acquisition
- Deep understanding of headquarters organizations and creative/business functions
- Strong command of employment law and HR practices
- Fluent English (essential)
- Experience in luxury, fashion, beauty, or premium sectors highly valued
- Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, matrix, and transformative environments
Skills
Experience
Minimum 10–12 years of significant experience as an HR Business Partner and/or Talent Acquisition Manager within demanding, international environments. Experience in the luxury, fashion, beauty, or premium sector is highly valued.
Education
Master's degree (Bac+5) from a business school, university, or specialized programme in HR or employment law.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Christian Dior fosters a culture of refined creativity, exceptional craftsmanship, and continuous innovation, where teams are encouraged to uphold the Maison’s heritage while shaping the future of luxury. As an employer, it offers a dynamic and exacting environment that values collaboration, excellence, and the development of talent across artistic, retail, and corporate disciplines.
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.
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