- Location
- Pouzauges Pays de la Loire France
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 1, 2026
About Longchamp
Longchamp is a family-owned French leather goods house. Jean Cassegrain founded it in Paris in 1948, making leather-covered pipes before the house turned to luggage and handbags. Its collections also include shoes and ready-to-wear.
The Leather Goods Artisan creates bags, wallets, belts and other leather goods in keeping with Longchamp’s craftsmanship and quality standards. The role offers internal mentoring and a six-month onboarding programme; working hours are 8 a.m.–noon and 1–5 p.m. Monday to Thursday, and 8 a.m.–noon on Fridays, with some Fridays worked until 5 p.m. according to a schedule set several months in advance. This is a full-time permanent position.
Role & Responsibilities
- Create leather goods such as bags, wallets and belts in accordance with Longchamp’s craftsmanship and quality standards.
- Learn leatherworking techniques, materials and tools through guidance from internal mentors.
Qualifications
- Manual dexterity.
- Enthusiasm and motivation to learn a new trade and create useful, attractive objects.
- No specific education or experience is required; manual aptitude and motivation are assessed during recruitment.
Skills
Workplace
This position is based in Pouzauges, Pays de la Loire, France, within easy reach of Nantes.
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Benefits
A six-month onboarding programme, including a welcome kit and guide, team-building days, immersion experiences and a buddy system; opportunities to learn and develop; internal mentoring in leatherworking skills; close management; and recognition of employees’ work.
Culture
Leatherworkers learn their trade in the house’s workshops. At Segré, craftspeople also repair bags, while in boutiques and department-store concessions sales advisers help clients choose among materials, sizes and finishes.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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