Estée Lauder Companies Presidential Management Associate, Finance

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Entry-Level
Compensation
$130,000/year
Posted
Sep 22, 2026

Estée Lauder Companies seeks MBA graduate for 24-month rotational Finance leadership program in New York. $130,000 salary.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Complete four six-month rotations across Global Brands, Regional Finance, and Corporate Finance functions
  • Participate in Financial Planning & Analysis, Financial Accounting & Controllership, and New Business Development initiatives
  • Engage with senior leadership through rotational assignments and mentorship
  • Contribute to strategic financial projects across brands such as Estée Lauder, TOM FORD, MAC, Clinique, and hair care clusters
  • Participate in intensive developmental programs, strengths-based coaching, and strategic thinking initiatives

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing or about to complete an MBA degree with graduation between December 2026 and August 2027
  • Minimum five years of full-time, non-internship work experience between undergraduate and graduate studies
  • Demonstrated record of achievement and strong leadership capabilities
  • Relevant prior work experience in finance or business operations
  • Ability to relocate to New York City
  • Permanent US work authorization without restriction at time of application; no sponsorship required now or in the future

Skills

Financial Planning & Analysis Financial Accounting Business analysis Strategic thinking Project management Leadership capability Cross-functional collaboration

Experience

Minimum five years of full-time, non-internship work experience between undergraduate and graduate studies. Relevant prior work experience in finance, business operations, or related fields is required.

Education

Currently pursuing an MBA degree with anticipated graduation between December 2026 and August 2027. Global exposure or study abroad experience is preferred.

Workplace

This position is based in Long Island City, New York, USA, within easy reach of New York.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position is USD 130,000 per annum.

Benefits

Intensive three-week onboarding program; full week of developmental education between rotations; strengths-based individual coaching throughout program; mentorship from program and rotation managers; immediate exposure to senior leadership; formal and informal feedback mechanisms; consideration for Director-level placement upon program completion.

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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Estée Lauder Companies

Estée Lauder Companies Presidential Management Associate, Finance

Long Island City, USA

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