- Location
- 27 Rue de Châteaudun (View map)75009 ParisFrance
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- €40,000–45,000/year
- Department
- Legal & Compliance
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
About Galeries Lafayette
Galeries Lafayette, a prestigious entity within the retail landscape, offers an exhilarating environment that embodies a lifestyle of fashion, beauty, home, jewelry, watchmaking, and gastronomy. As part of this vibrant and innovative group, employees are encouraged to embrace creativity and commitment, driving the evolution of commerce and enchanting customers with every interaction.
The Employment Lawyer supports HR and organizational projects across Galeries Lafayette Group entities, advises HR and store teams on individual and collective employment law, and contributes to employee elections, litigation, negotiations, and legal monitoring. This is a full-time, one-year fixed-term contract, starting as soon as possible, with fixed annual remuneration of €40,000–€45,000 paid over 13 months.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support HR and organizational projects across the Group’s entities.
- Help organize employee representative elections.
- Prepare and oversee litigation cases with the company’s counsel, from assembling documentation to coordinating actions with external contacts.
- Support negotiations for company-level agreements.
- Monitor legal and social developments, communicate key changes internally, and prepare social affairs updates.
- Advise and support stakeholders by answering questions across different business areas on individual and collective employment law.
- Share best practices and company recommendations on the application of employment law.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Employment Law or CAPA qualification.
- At least 2 years of successful experience, excluding internships and work-study placements, in a similar role in a company or law firm.
- Demonstrated rigor, organization, method, and analytical and synthesis skills.
- A commitment to excellence and strong client service and advisory skills.
- Agility in taking on and meeting new challenges.
- A collaborative approach and willingness to involve colleagues in projects.
Skills
Experience
At least 2 years of successful experience, excluding internships and work-study placements, in a similar role in a company or law firm.
Education
Master’s degree in Employment Law or CAPA qualification.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from EUR 40,000 to EUR 45,000 per annum.
Benefits
Fixed remuneration over 13 months; profit-sharing and participation bonus; employee purchase discount within the Group; 80% reimbursement of transport costs; personalized onboarding support; dynamic and diverse career opportunities.
Culture
Galeries Lafayette fosters a culture of innovation and joy, where each day presents new opportunities and challenges. Employees are part of a creative and committed team, dedicated to redefining the retail experience.
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