Hermès HR Specialist
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Human Resources, People & Culture
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jul 6, 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.
HR Specialist (Fixed-term) – Hermès, Montereau Fault Yonne. Support HR operations, recruitment, and employee development in an artisan manufacturing environment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Track apprentice candidate applications and selection processes including group information sessions, aptitude testing, assessment days, and cross-functional interviews in partnership with Hermès School of Crafts
- Manage administrative records for apprentices throughout their programme lifecycle
- Execute pre-boarding procedures including employment contract drafting and personnel file preparation
- Monitor new employee integration and probationary periods in coordination with line managers
- Contribute to employer branding initiatives including job fairs, recruitment exhibitions, and local community events
- Oversee payroll variables and badge time-tracking corrections in liaison with the Payroll department
- Configure access badges for personnel
- Serve as primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding personnel administration matters such as sick leave and maternity cover
- Draft HR documentation including employment certificates and official correspondence
- Maintain HR dashboards tracking personnel roster, attendance records, and absences
- Schedule and coordinate occupational health visits with the Works Medical Service
- Support apprentice coaching and development programmes on an individual and collective basis
- Develop and deploy training plans with Campus Hermès
- Manage logistics for locally-delivered training programmes
Qualifications
- Minimum Bac+3 qualification with specialization in Human Resources
- Strong knowledge of employment law and labour rights
- Proficiency with standard office software and business applications
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated proximity to teams, active listening ability, service orientation, and availability
- Impeccable ethical standards, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality
- Strong organizational skills, methodical approach, rigour, and adaptability
- Demonstrated interest in on-site fieldwork and manufacturing environments
- Team collaboration capability and strong written communication
Skills
Experience
2 to 3 years of experience in a generalist Human Resources function
Education
Bac+3 minimum with specialization in Human Resources
Workplace
The role is situated in Montereau-Fault-Yonne, Île-de-France, France — conveniently close to Paris.
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.
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