Louis Vuitton Employment Law Counsel
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Department
- Human Resources, People & Culture
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 4, 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.
Employment Law Counsel role at Louis Vuitton in Paris. Support HR teams on individual employment law matters within a growing luxury fashion organization.
Role & Responsibilities
- Advise HR teams on complex individual employment matters, including sensitive situations, disciplinary proceedings, contract terminations, fitness-to-work assessments, and absences
- Manage pre-contentious and contentious employee disputes: assess legal risks, develop defence strategies in collaboration with internal and external counsel, oversee proceedings, and secure the company's legal position
- Secure social compliance through drafting, reviewing, and adapting employment contracts, amendments, correspondence, procedures, and internal standards to ensure adherence to applicable law and operational fit
- Conduct legal research and analysis on individual labour law questions, delivering clear, pragmatic, and operationally sound recommendations to the HR function
- Monitor legal, regulatory, and jurisprudential developments in employment law and disseminate material changes impacting company practices
- Build HR team capability by delivering reliable, pedagogical legal support focused on practical solutions
Qualifications
- Master's degree (Bac+5) in employment law, labour law, or equivalent qualification
- Minimum 7 years of experience in a similar employment law or HR legal role
- Demonstrated expertise in individual employment law fundamentals and drafting of legal and social documentation
- Ability to analyse legal risks and formulate clear, reliable, operationally focused recommendations
- Advanced proficiency in English (spoken and written)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong written communication skills
- Strong analytical capability combined with pragmatism and responsiveness in managing sensitive matters
- Intellectual curiosity, adaptability, and collaborative working style with sound critical judgment
Skills
Experience
Minimum 7 years in an employment law or HR legal advisory role within a corporate environment, with documented expertise in individual employment matters and legal documentation.
Education
Master's degree (Bac+5) in employment law, labour law, or equivalent legal qualification.
Workplace
The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
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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