Galeries Lafayette HR Assistant
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- €2,000/month
- Department
- Human Resources, People & Culture
- Posted
- Jul 31, 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.
HR Assistant at Galeries Lafayette in Nice, France. Full-time HR support role managing recruitment, payroll, employee relations for 220-person team.
Role & Responsibilities
- Post and manage job openings across recruitment channels; screen CVs and conduct initial interviews
- Process hiring documentation from offer through departure, including contracts and medical visits
- Track employee absences, leave requests, sick leave, and Sunday scheduling requirements
- Manage 350 brand ambassador and demonstration personnel records and transitions
- Prepare variable payroll elements in coordination with the payroll department
- Identify and recruit interns and apprentices; administer their onboarding and administrative follow-up
- Manage temporary staffing requests with partner agencies and monitor interim budget allocations
- Provide daily HR support to employees and managers via email, phone, and scheduled office hours
- Contribute to continuous improvement of HR procedures and tools
- Communicate HR information and roll out new HR systems to management teams
Qualifications
- HR certification or degree
- Proven experience as an HR generalist or in a similar HR role
- Fluency in French (both written and spoken)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Polyvalent, curious, and responsive mindset
- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
Skills
Experience
Previous experience as an HR generalist or in a similar HR support role
Education
Training or qualification in Human Resources
Workplace
The role is situated in Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position is EUR 2,000 per month.
Benefits
Fixed monthly salary of €2,000 gross; monthly variable compensation; 13th-month year-end bonus; profit-sharing and employee stock plan; employee discount on Group purchases; 80% coverage of transport costs; group health insurance; personalized onboarding support
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.
About Cerulean
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