Galeries Lafayette Administrative Assistant — Beauty (Work‑Study / Alternance)
Leading luxury beauty house, Paris — Administrative Assistant (Work‑Study/Alternance). Hands‑on administrative role supporting beauty operations.
Overview
A leading luxury beauty house operating within the global premium goods sector. The organisation combines artisanal product excellence with international retail and marketing operations, offering structured on‑the‑job training and exposure to cross‑functional teams across product, commercial and supply chain disciplines.
Role & Responsibilities
- Provide day‑to‑day administrative support to the beauty team, including calendar management, meeting coordination and travel arrangements.
- Process commercial and administrative documents: purchase orders, invoices and expense reports, ensuring accurate filing and adherence to internal controls.
- Maintain and update databases and CRM records, ensuring data integrity for clients, orders and supplier information.
- Track order status and liaise with logistics, warehouse and suppliers to follow up on deliveries and discrepancies.
- Prepare basic reports and spreadsheets (sales, inventory, aging) to support monthly reviews and operational decision‑making.
- Act as first point of contact for internal stakeholders and external partners, escalating issues as required and ensuring timely responses.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in a recognised work‑study/apprenticeship programme (BTS, DUT, Bachelor or equivalent) in Business Administration, Commerce, Management or a related discipline.
- Excellent organisational aptitude with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Discretion and respect for confidentiality when dealing with commercial and financial information.
- Strong communication skills and a client‑oriented mindset appropriate for a luxury environment.
Skills
Experience
Suitable for candidates with limited professional experience; prior internships or part‑time administrative experience in retail, beauty or luxury environments is advantageous but not required.
Education
Currently enrolled in a tertiary-level work‑study or apprenticeship programme (BTS, Bachelor, or equivalent) in Business Administration, Commerce, Management or a related field.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France. Cerulean lists 3.374 open roles in Paris, including 88 posted recently. The broader Île-de-France area accounts for 3.797 active listings on Cerulean, 105 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.365 open positions, with 125 posted this week.
Culture
The employer cultivates a refined, client‑centric culture where craftsmanship and attention to detail underpin every team activity. The workplace is fast‑paced and collaborative, offering structured learning opportunities and close mentorship typical of luxury beauty houses.
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.