Guerlain HR Learning & Development Apprentice
Guerlain in Paris is hiring an HR Learning & Development Apprentice (alternance) starting Sept 2026 — one-year work‑study in training, onboarding and L&D.
Overview
Maison Guerlain is a Parisian luxury perfume and cosmetics house within the LVMH group, renowned for artisanal expertise and a strong heritage in fragrance and beauty. As an employer, the Maison combines high standards of craftsmanship with a modern corporate People & Culture approach, offering opportunities to work on brand-defining projects within an international luxury environment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the deployment of the skills development plan by conducting market research and sourcing training providers across soft skills, technical competencies and leadership programmes.
- Contribute to instructional design by co‑building tailored training pathways, defining learning objectives and participating in post‑training impact evaluation.
- Manage administrative and logistical aspects of training: handle registrations, room bookings, preparation of training materials and post-session follow‑up for both head office and retail teams.
- Coordinate and run onboarding seminars for new hires, including liaison with internal and external speakers, logistical coordination and facilitation support.
- Drive initiatives to promote a learning culture by organising and publicising internal events, talks and inspirational conferences.
- Act as primary contact for training organisations: manage requests for quotes, conventions and ensure accurate invoicing and payment follow‑up with accounting.
- Support budget monitoring for the People & Culture team by producing regular reports and identifying optimisation opportunities.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in a Bac+4/5 programme in Human Resources, Management, Business School or equivalent (Master-level).
- Previous HR experience by internship or alternance is preferred, demonstrating organisational rigour and autonomy.
- Basic knowledge of budget monitoring and invoice management.
- Excellent organisational skills, proactivity and a strong sense of responsibility.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at different levels.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level; suitable for candidates at the start of their HR career. Ideally one prior internship or alternance in a HR or training function is preferred but not mandatory.
Education
Master-level (Bac+4/5) in Human Resources, Management, Business School or equivalent.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Guerlain combines a centuries-old Maison spirit with contemporary People & Culture practices, offering a refined, collaborative workplace centred on craftsmanship and employee development. The environment values initiative, attention to detail and cross-functional collaboration within a prestigious Parisian setting.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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