Louis Vuitton Compensation & Benefits Manager
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Human Resources, People & Culture
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 3, 2026
About Louis Vuitton
Founded in Paris in 1854, Louis Vuitton stands among the world’s most emblematic luxury maisons, renowned for exceptional craftsmanship, innovation, and the art of travel. As an employer, the Maison offers a distinctive environment where heritage and modernity meet, inviting talents to contribute to a global culture of excellence across retail, design, craftsmanship, client experience, operations, and corporate functions. Louis Vuitton values curiosity, precision, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit, supporting employees through international opportunities, learning pathways, and a strong commitment to savoir-faire. Its teams are united by a shared ambition to craft enduring desirability and deliver exceptional experiences worldwide.
Louis Vuitton Compensation & Benefits Manager in Madrid, Spain – manage payroll, compliance, and benefits strategy across 7 Mediterranean countries.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop and manage regional compensation strategies to attract and retain top talent, informed by annual salary surveys and market research
- Conduct annual benefits assessments and provide recommendations for improvements or adjustments to benefits offerings
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and legal regulations regarding employee conditions across all seven Mediterranean markets
- Develop competitive compensation packages for managerial and internationally mobile roles
- Manage relationships with local brokers, insurance companies, and employee benefits service providers in each country
- Ensure implementation of group commission and compensation policies at the local level with fidelity to EMEA guidelines
- Contribute actively to the definition and continuous improvement of regional C&B policies, balancing EMEA frameworks with local market realities
- Support regional implementation of pay transparency requirements, including data collection, pay gap monitoring, and compliance with country-specific equality obligations
- Develop and deliver communication and training materials to support HR Business Partners in effective management of C&B policies across the region
- Monitor, approve, and control payroll processing for all seven Mediterranean countries
- Maintain and update individual employee records for corporate staff with strict confidentiality protocols
- Interpret and communicate changes in local labor regulations or collective agreements that impact C&B conditions
- Manage all immigration-related processes across the region, including work permits, visa applications, and authorizations for international assignments
- Prepare monthly and annual social reports on HR indicators for corporate and audit purposes
- Track and monitor key social indicators and KPIs such as absenteeism, turnover, and staff flexibility
- Ensure compliance with equality requirements across all jurisdictions
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Finance, or Law
- 5–7 years of professional experience in Compensation & Benefits, combining both in-house and consulting backgrounds
- Demonstrated expertise in Spanish labor law and employee relations
- Experience in retail, service-oriented environments, or international companies managing multiple markets
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis
- Fluent in Spanish and English; French highly advantageous
- EU work permit with valid Schengen visa
- Knowledge of LVMH governance and EMEA HR frameworks
Skills
Experience
Minimum 5–7 years of professional experience in Compensation & Benefits roles, ideally combining both in-house corporate and consulting backgrounds. Strong expertise in Spanish labor law and employee relations is essential, with demonstrable experience managing HR functions across multiple international markets. Familiarity with retail or service-oriented business environments is strongly preferred.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Finance, or Law
Workplace
The role is situated in Madrid, Madrid, Spain.
Culture
Louis Vuitton fosters a culture rooted in heritage, craftsmanship, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, where employees contribute to one of the world’s most iconic luxury maisons. Its workplace environment combines creativity, precision, and international collaboration, offering teams the opportunity to grow within a brand that values innovation, client experience, and long-term savoir-faire.
About Cerulean
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