Galeries Lafayette Specialist
Confidential luxury maison in Paris seeks a Specialist (full-time). Join a leading luxury house to deliver operational excellence and exceptional client experience.
Overview
A confidential international luxury maison, typically part of a major luxury group. The employer places emphasis on exceptional craftsmanship, elevated client service and cross-disciplinary collaboration between ateliers, commercial teams and retail operations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Execute day-to-day operational and commercial tasks to the maison’s exacting standards.
- Coordinate cross‑functional projects and communicate status to stakeholders across retail, merchandising and headquarters teams.
- Prepare and maintain accurate reports, KPIs and operational documentation to support decision‑making.
- Ensure consistent application of brand presentation, merchandising and client experience standards.
- Support vendor and third‑party coordination where required, including sample logistics and quality follow‑up.
- Contribute to clienteling and post‑sales service as necessary to sustain long‑term client relationships.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in business, fashion, luxury management or a related discipline.
- Proven professional conduct, discretion and polished interpersonal skills appropriate to a luxury environment.
- Strong organizational aptitude with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to prioritise competing demands.
- Flexibility to work retail hours or travel occasionally, as business needs require.
Skills
Experience
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in luxury retail, wholesale or client-facing operations with demonstrable delivery against brand standards and operational KPIs.
Education
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
The employer fosters a culture of refinement, discretion and craftsmanship, where commercial rigor meets aesthetic excellence. Teams are collaborative and performance-driven, with a clear focus on client relationships and opportunities for cross-functional development.
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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