Fred Internal Control and Compliance Officer

About Fred

Founded in Paris in 1936 by Fred Samuel, Fred is a contemporary high-jewellery Maison distinguished by its solar spirit, bold creativity, and passion for exceptional stones. Now part of LVMH, the Maison is renowned for icons such as Force 10 and for a distinctive elegance inspired by the sea, light, and the French Riviera. As an employer, Fred offers a refined, entrepreneurial environment where craftsmanship, client excellence, innovation, and audacity meet. Its teams contribute to a heritage of joyful luxury while shaping the future of an international jewellery brand with strong creative identity and human values.

Role & Responsibilities

• Establish and strengthen internal control mechanisms across key operational processes, identifying risks and supporting teams in implementing robust daily and project-based controls
• Manage internal control documentation including policies, procedures, risk-control matrices, and testing protocols to ensure currency and effective application
• Validate access requests to sensitive IT systems to guarantee proper segregation of duties across the organization
• Deploy and oversee operational procedure guides for FRED boutiques
• Advance SAPIN II regulatory compliance efforts (anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, gifts and donations, conflict of interest management)
• Serve as primary liaison to LVMH Group's Internal Control and Compliance Departments, coordinating annual ERICA self-assessment campaigns and internal audit missions
• Support and mentor internal control and compliance focal points across subsidiaries and shared service centers
• Develop and deliver employee awareness initiatives including training sessions, reminders, and annual conflict-of-interest declarations
• Manage the gifts register and coordinate periodic external audit missions (e.g., Responsible Jewellery Council audits)

Qualifications

• Master's degree (Business School or University) or equivalent, with specialization in Audit or Finance
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience combining audit firm background with corporate-level roles, preferably in retail and international contexts
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency
• Familiarity with SAP systems (preferred)
• Fluent English (essential)
• Strong analytical and synthesis capabilities
• Demonstrated autonomy, rigor, and entrepreneurial mindset
• Ability to thrive in a constraint-driven environment and propose solutions proactively

Skills

Experience

Minimum 5 years of professional experience, combining audit firm engagement with corporate-level roles, preferably in retail and international environments. Background should include exposure to risk management, internal control implementation, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

Education

Master's degree (Business School or University) or equivalent qualification, with specialization in Audit or Finance.

Workplace

Culture

Fred fosters a vibrant, entrepreneurial culture rooted in creativity, optimism, and the bold spirit of contemporary French jewelry. As an employer, the Maison values craftsmanship, collaboration, and client excellence, offering teams an environment where innovation and elegance meet a warm, family-inspired approach.

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