Richemont Art History Lecturer
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Department
- Creative, Design & Styling
- Posted
- Jul 28, 2026
About Richemont
Richemont is one of the world’s foremost luxury groups, stewarding a distinguished portfolio of maisons across jewellery, watchmaking, fashion and accessories, including Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Montblanc. As an employer, it combines the heritage of artisanal excellence with a forward-looking culture shaped by innovation, client-centricity and responsible business. Its global teams operate in an environment that values craftsmanship, entrepreneurship and collaboration, offering opportunities to grow within iconic maisons and group functions alike. Richemont attracts professionals who aspire to contribute to enduring luxury, preserving rare savoir-faire while helping define the future of high craftsmanship.
Richemont L'Ecole seeks Art History Lecturer in Tokyo. Deliver specialized instruction to luxury education students.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver comprehensive art history curricula aligned with L'Ecole's pedagogical standards and luxury heritage focus
- Conduct lectures, seminars, and tutorial sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate students in Tokyo
- Design and evaluate academic assessments, examinations, and coursework to ensure rigorous standards
- Mentor and provide academic guidance to students pursuing careers in luxury sectors and creative industries
- Contribute to curriculum innovation and academic research initiatives within L'Ecole
- Collaborate with colleagues across academic departments and industry partners to enhance educational delivery
Qualifications
- Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Art History or a closely related discipline
- Demonstrated expertise in art history with scholarly publications or recognized academic contributions
- Strong teaching experience at university or higher education level
- Fluency in English; proficiency in Japanese highly valued
- Understanding of the luxury sector and its historical context
- Ability to inspire and engage diverse student populations
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3–5 years of university-level teaching experience in art history or related humanities disciplines, with evidence of successful student engagement and scholarly contribution.
Education
Master's degree or PhD in Art History, History of Art, Decorative Arts, or equivalent advanced qualification in a related field.
Workplace
The role is situated in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan.
Culture
Richemont fosters a refined, international workplace where its Maisons preserve exceptional craftsmanship while benefiting from the strength and perspective of a global luxury group. As an employer, it values long-term stewardship, collaboration, innovation, and the development of talent within an environment shaped by heritage, creativity, and high standards.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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