- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- €40,000/year
- Department
- Human Resources, People & Culture
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
About Gucci
Gucci, one of the world’s most influential luxury houses, offers employees the opportunity to contribute to a Florentine legacy defined by creativity, craftsmanship and cultural daring. As part of Kering, the Maison combines Italian heritage with a progressive global outlook, fostering careers across design, retail, clienteling, merchandising, digital, operations and corporate functions. Gucci seeks individuals who bring curiosity, excellence and an entrepreneurial spirit, supporting them through inclusive leadership, learning opportunities and international mobility. Its workplace celebrates self-expression, collaboration and innovation, while upholding exacting standards of quality, sustainability and client experience.
Gucci’s People Partner supports business leaders and teams on people priorities, core HR processes, talent development, and employee relations in a complex, evolving environment. The role is governed by the Pelletteria, Pelli, Succedanei, Ombrelli e Ombrelloni National Collective Bargaining Agreement (D111) and offers a gross annual salary of €40,000 unless otherwise agreed based on objective criteria, including experience, autonomy, or competencies.
Role & Responsibilities
- Partner with functional heads and teams on people and employee-related matters.
- Support end-to-end HR processes, including salary review, performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, and development actions.
- Help maintain a positive, inclusive, and constructive employee relations climate; escalate complex matters when appropriate and work with legal and industrial relations stakeholders when required.
- Assist leaders with feedback, performance conversations, and people development consistently and fairly.
- Help identify skill gaps and capability needs within the assigned population.
- Ensure HR policies, processes, and tools are applied consistently in line with corporate standards and local regulations.
- Use HR data and people indicators for analysis, reporting, and informed decision-making.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of HR processes, supporting efficiency, simplicity, and a strong employee experience.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in law, economics, political science, or psychology.
- Previous experience as an HR Business Partner, People Partner, or HR Specialist, preferably with exposure to business stakeholders.
- Experience in HR roles in complex organizational environments, preferably with exposure to the leather goods, luxury, or fashion industries.
- Good business understanding and ability to build credibility with leaders and teams.
- Good knowledge of HR processes, policies, labor law basics, and employee relations principles.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills.
- Ability to work in dynamic environments, managing priorities with flexibility and accuracy.
- Hands-on, pragmatic, collaborative, and people-oriented mindset.
- Fluency in English; other languages are a plus, depending on location.
Skills
Experience
Previous experience as an HR Business Partner, People Partner, or HR Specialist; experience in HR roles within complex organizational environments.
Education
Master’s degree in law, economics, political science, or psychology.
Workplace
The role is situated in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position is EUR 40,000 per annum.
Benefits
Company canteen, complementary health insurance, and company welfare program (up to quadri).
Culture
Gucci fosters a creative, inclusive workplace where individuality, craftsmanship, and cultural curiosity are central to how teams collaborate. As an employer, the Maison encourages bold ideas and personal expression while maintaining a strong commitment to excellence, innovation, and responsible luxury.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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