Hermès Talent Acquisition & Development Specialist

About Hermès

Hermès is a French maison renowned for artisanal excellence in leather goods, ready-to-wear and accessories, operating a global retail network and specialist ateliers. The role sits within Atelier HCI (Hermès Chaussures Italie), the Italian footwear atelier responsible for prototype development, small-series production and coordination with manufacturing partners.

Role & Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment projects: partner with Line Managers to define needs, draft job descriptions and identify candidates aligned with Maison culture and Group selection policies.
• Coordinate internal mobility and finalize transfers in compliance with corporate guidelines.
• Develop and sustain relationships with higher-education institutions to activate internships and structured training pathways.
• Design and implement onboarding programmes and individual insertion plans; participate in Métier and Group induction initiatives.
• Lead performance and development interview cycles in collaboration with Managers; analyse outcomes and ensure follow-up actions.
• Define the annual training plan according to business and individual needs: select providers, plan interventions, monitor impact and manage the training budget.
• Contribute to and locally implement Group HR projects in coordination with the HR Specialist and HR Director.
• Coordinate internal communications and promote local HR initiatives to enhance engagement and employer brand.
• Monitor and administer recruitment and training budgets, ensuring cost control and vendor management.

Qualifications

• University degree with specialization in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology or equivalent.
• Minimum 3–5 years' experience in talent acquisition, learning & development or HR generalist roles.
• Proven ability to manage HR projects end-to-end, define objectives and monitor deliverables against timelines.
• Strong prioritisation skills and capacity to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining high quality standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proficiency in English and/or French required.

Skills

Experience

3–5 years in recruitment and/or talent development, preferably within luxury goods, retail or manufacturing environments; experience managing HR projects and working with cross-border HR teams is advantageous.

Education

University degree with specialization in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration or equivalent.

Workplace

Culture

Hermès values meticulous craftsmanship, discretion and long-term people development; the workplace emphasises collaboration, respect for artisanal savoir‑faire and high standards of quality. The Maison promotes diversity and inclusion and seeks candidates who combine enthusiasm with rigour and a collective spirit.

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