Guerlain Executive Assistant — Sustainability

Location
Employment Internship
Seniority Intern
Department Corporate Affairs, Sustainability & CSR
Industry Perfumes, Cosmetics & Prestige Beauty
Posted Apr 12, 2026
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Guerlain — Paris: Executive Assistant, Sustainability (work‑study) starting Sept 2026. One‑year alternance based in Paris 1er.

Overview

Guerlain is an emblematic French Maison in perfumery and cosmetics, recognised for artisanal craftsmanship, refined luxury and creative excellence. As part of the LVMH group, Guerlain combines heritage savoir‑faire with an increasing commitment to sustainability and innovation across its products and operations.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Provide day‑to‑day executive support to the Director of Sustainable Development, including management of a complex, confidential calendar and prioritisation of competing requests.
  • Coordinate departmental administration: monitor and control the operating budget in collaboration with internal controlling, create purchase orders, manage supplier accounts and follow up invoices with Finance.
  • Support contractual processes by preparing documents and liaising with Legal on ad hoc agreements.
  • Organise and manage team life: schedule and prepare team meetings (agendas, room bookings), take and circulate minutes, and prepare presentation materials (PowerPoint) and ad hoc analyses.
  • Facilitate onboarding logistics for new hires (welcome events, equipment, access badges) and manage office operations (supplies, mail, catering, space arrangements, IT liaison).
  • Arrange domestic and international travel logistics (flights, hotels, visas, local transport, restaurants) and process expense reports.
  • Act as an internal interface to ensure smooth information flow across Maison departments and LVMH Group counterparts and organise informal team moments to reinforce cohesion.

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a Bac+4/5 programme (Master’s level) in business, management, executive assistant studies or equivalent university training.
  • Available for a one‑year work‑study (alternance) beginning September 2026, based in Paris 1er.
  • Excellent organisational skills with demonstrated capacity to manage multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, team spirit, adaptability and a proactive attitude; genuine interest in sustainability topics within a luxury environment.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Skills

Excel PowerPoint Agenda management Travel coordination and visa arrangements Minute taking and meeting coordination Expense reporting Purchase order creation Invoice follow‑up Budget tracking Stakeholder coordination Confidentiality and discretion

Experience

Open to entry‑level candidates and students; prior internships or administrative experience in a corporate or luxury environment are an advantage but not mandatory.

Education

Enrolled in or holding a Bac+4/5 (Master's level) in business, management, administrative assistance or equivalent.

Workplace

This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.

Culture

Guerlain blends an historic Maison spirit with contemporary commitments to sustainability and innovation. The workplace values meticulous craftsmanship, collaborative teamwork and high standards of professionalism within a creative, fast‑paced luxury environment.

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