- Location
- 24 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré (View map)75008 ParisFrance
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 23, 2026
About Hermès
This prestigious fashion house, renowned for its timeless elegance and innovative designs, is a part of a leading global luxury conglomerate. The brand is committed to excellence and offers a dynamic environment where creativity and business acumen are equally valued.
The Faubourg Saint Honoré flagship store, Maison Hermès's flagship location spanning approximately 2,000 m², seeks an Executive Assistant to support the Store Director and management committee. Reporting directly to the Store Director, this role serves as a trusted liaison between senior leadership and the store's 350+ team members, orchestrating information flow, scheduling, and administrative operations to maintain a fluid and organized work environment. The Executive Assistant will handle daily secretarial functions, coordinate internal events, support strategic projects, and ensure compliance with Group procedures across the store's operations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage the Store Director's calendar, organize meetings and travel arrangements, process expense reports, and prepare correspondence (electronic and postal)
- Serve as information liaison between the Director and store teams, gathering and synthesizing information via appropriate professional channels
- Organize meetings by reserving spaces, arranging equipment or catering, preparing documentation in advance, and circulating follow-up materials
- Facilitate visitor reception, manage office supplies, oversee filing and archiving (physical and digital)
- Process invoices, request quotations, record entries in supplier software, and validate billing compliance for projects initiated by the Director
- Organize internal store events (seminars, celebrations, team gatherings) and coordinate with other divisional and executive administrative assistants
- Consolidate presentations for the Management Committee and teams through data collection, formatting, and tracking revisions
- Support Management Committee members on specific projects and ensure adherence to Group procedures regarding employee gifts, expense management, and travel
Qualifications
- Minimum 6 years of significant experience in executive or administrative assistance roles
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Bachelor's degree (Bac+3) or equivalent
- Bilingual English proficiency preferred
- Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality and discretion
- Exceptional written communication skills with strong synthesis and reporting abilities
Skills
Experience
Minimum 6 years of proven experience in executive or administrative assistance, ideally in similar roles within a luxury or structured corporate environment.
Education
Bachelor's degree (Bac+3 minimum) or equivalent qualification.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
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Culture
The company fosters a collaborative and innovative culture, encouraging employees to push the boundaries of creativity while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability and ethical practices.
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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