Hermès HR Assistant (Apprenticeship)
- Location
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Human Resources, People & Culture
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 8, 2026
About Hermès
Hermès Sellier is the leather‑goods and commercial division of the Hermès Maison, renowned for artisanal craftsmanship, impeccable quality and a discreet luxury identity. As an employer, Hermès emphasizes long‑term skills development, internal mobility and operational excellence across its retail and logistics networks.
Hermès Sellier — Bobigny: HR Assistant (Apprenticeship) starting Sept 2026; 12‑month alternance supporting HR administration, onboarding and temporary staffing.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support end‑to‑end onboarding and integration of new hires, facilitate integration meetings and guide new employees on internal digital tools.
- Manage temporary staff and fixed‑term contracts: collect needs from managers, liaise with staffing agencies, follow applications and arrivals, monitor end‑of‑assignment procedures.
- Process HR administrative tasks: prepare contracts and amendments, manage signatures via Docusign, update employee records and contractual changes in the HRIS (MyClickH/MyClick).
- Create and maintain accurate HR tracking files, follow contract expiries and residence permits, and prepare monthly payroll points with payroll administrators.
- Assist recruitment activities: triage CVs, perform pre‑qualifications, propose candidates to HR Managers and create profiles in HR systems.
- Monitor working time, overtime and absences; escalate alerts and contribute to workforce follow‑up.
- Contribute to HR projects and initiatives: training programmes, internal communications and events, seminars and ad‑hoc studies to support the Division’s HR agenda.
Qualifications
- Bac+4 / Bac+5 (Master’s level) in Human Resources, business school or equivalent.
- First professional experience or internships in HR (training, generalist HR, recruitment or social relations) — beginners accepted.
- Strong interpersonal qualities, dynamism and a collaborative mindset.
- High level of rigour, organisation, discretion and adaptability.
- Good digital literacy and comfort with HR information systems; prior exposure to SIRH is appreciated.
Skills
Experience
First professional experience in HR is recommended (internships or 1st role in recruitment, training or HR generalist tasks). Candidates at master’s level are eligible; beginners accepted.
Education
Bac+4 / Bac+5 (Master’s degree) in Human Resources, Business School, Psychology, Management or equivalent.
Workplace
The role is situated in Bobigny, Île-de-France, France — conveniently close to Paris.
Culture
Hermès combines a strong artisanal heritage with rigorous commercial operations, fostering an environment that values craftsmanship, integrity and employee development. The Maison promotes collaborative teams, internal mobility and responsible practices across its network.
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