Galeries Lafayette Legal Internship – Employment Law

Paris Île-de-France France

Employment
Internship
Seniority
Intern
Compensation
€1,300–1,500/month
Posted
Aug 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.

Galeries Lafayette seeks a law student pursuing PPI training to join its Social Affairs Legal Department for a structured internship in employment law. The role combines advisory work on individual and collective labour law matters, preparation of materials for works councils, communication of collective agreements and social compliance standards, best practice dissemination, management of contentious files in coordination with external counsel, and ongoing legal and social compliance monitoring. This position offers exposure to real-world labour law practice across a major French luxury retail group with portfolio brands including La Redoute, Louis Pion, Citynove, and Mauboussin.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Advise and support on labour law queries across both individual and collective employment law domains
  • Prepare dossiers for works council submissions and ensure communication and application of collective agreements and social compliance standards
  • Disseminate best practices and corporate employment law compliance recommendations
  • Prepare and supervise contentious files in coordination with external legal counsel and company advisors
  • Conduct legal and social compliance monitoring; communicate key developments internally and produce social law updates

Qualifications

  • Law student enrolled in or completing PPI (Practical Professional Training) program
  • Prior experience in employment law (in-house or law firm practice preferred)
  • Strong grasp of both individual and collective labour law
  • Agility in learning and adapting to new challenges

Skills

Employment law knowledge Legal research and analysis Dossier preparation and documentation Works council procedures Collective agreement interpretation Legal writing Teamwork and collaboration

Experience

Prior internship or practical experience in employment law, preferably in either a corporate legal department or law firm specializing in labour matters.

Education

Law degree candidate; must be enrolled in or eligible for PPI (Practical Professional Training) programme.

Workplace

The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.

The setting Île-de-France

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Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from EUR 1,300 to EUR 1,500 per month.

Benefits

8% discount on purchases; 80% reimbursement of transport costs; two days of remote work per week; customized campus program for cultural onboarding and professional development

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

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Galeries Lafayette

Galeries Lafayette Legal Internship – Employment Law

Paris, France

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