Givenchy Talent Strategy Director
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Director
- Department
- Human Resources, People & Culture
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Aug 27, 2026
About Givenchy
Founded in Paris in 1952 by Hubert de Givenchy, Givenchy stands as a house of aristocratic elegance, audacious modernity, and exceptional savoir-faire within the LVMH family. As an employer, the Maison offers a dynamic environment where couture heritage meets contemporary creativity across fashion, accessories, and beauty. Its teams are invited to contribute to a culture shaped by craftsmanship, precision, collaboration, and a refined sense of client experience. Givenchy seeks individuals who combine artistic sensitivity with commercial intelligence, entrepreneurial spirit, and respect for tradition, empowering them to help advance a bold vision of luxury for a new generation.
Givenchy seeks a Talent Development Director in Paris to lead talent acquisition, employer branding, career development, and learning strategy during transformation.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead talent acquisition for key positions across the organisation with focus on strategic sourcing and high-quality candidate pipelines
- Define and implement recruitment strategies aligned with business priorities and the House's transformation agenda
- Define and lead the employer branding strategy, particularly reshaping the LinkedIn presence and Employer Value Proposition
- Design and drive career management processes including career planning, succession planning, and individual development plans
- Foster internal mobility within the House and across the LVMH Group, promoting cross-functional career paths
- Lead the planning, synthesis, and animation of Talent Review processes and support leaders in identifying and retaining key talent
- Define and deploy the learning strategy for the entire company, aligned with business priorities and capability development needs
- Oversee key internal events and activities such as Family Day, Ste Catherine, Summer Cocktails, and employee engagement initiatives
- Lead and coordinate well-being and support initiatives to create a cohesive environment during the transition period
- Monitor learning effectiveness and ensure sound budget management and resource allocation
Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of significant experience in talent development with strong expertise in career management, succession planning, and talent review
- Proven experience in talent acquisition, especially sourcing candidates for key and strategic positions
- Strong track record in designing and implementing employer branding and EVP initiatives
- Experience operating in an international environment with ability to work across France and international subsidiaries
- Strong project management capabilities with ability to structure, prioritise, and deliver multiple initiatives simultaneously
- Demonstrated ability to operate in a changing environment and support teams through transformation
- Fluency in both French and English
Skills
Experience
Minimum 10 years of significant experience in talent development, career management, succession planning, and learning strategy. Proven expertise in talent acquisition for strategic positions and demonstrated success in designing and implementing comprehensive employer branding initiatives. Strong background operating in international, multi-cultural environments with the ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives across geographies.
Education
Not specified; typically a master's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related discipline is expected for this senior-level role.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Givenchy fosters a refined and creative workplace shaped by its couture heritage, where elegance, innovation, and exceptional craftsmanship guide daily collaboration. As an employer, the Maison values precision, individuality, and a forward-looking spirit, offering teams an environment where luxury expertise and bold artistic expression can thrive.
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