Richemont Head of Talent, Learning and Development

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.

Role & Responsibilities

• Define the talent, learning and development strategy and roadmap for Richemont France, aligned with Group and Europe priorities and adapted to the needs of its Maisons.
• Partner strategically with business leaders and Maisons to anticipate talent requirements and develop bespoke solutions that build organizational capabilities and support Maison growth.
• Lead and mentor the Talent Acquisition team, advancing employer branding, sourcing methodologies and candidate experience to attract top talent for Maisons and Functions.
• Promote internal career progression and mobility across Maisons and Functions, strengthening cross-entity talent pipelines.
• Oversee talent management processes, including talent reviews, succession planning, leadership development, internal mobility, performance management campaigns such as My Perf and My Development, and high-potential identification.
• Build a “Talent First” function that identifies and develops top talent and successors through Individual Development Plans (IDPs), leadership development opportunities and targeted actions.
• Develop talent communities and networks to facilitate peer learning, mentorship and development across talent segments and Maisons.
• Lead the design, development and implementation of Learning and Development programs and initiatives with the L&D Manager, translating Group and Europe priorities into relevant local solutions that support business objectives, continuous learning and employee growth.
• Oversee the systematic collection and analysis of learning needs across Functions and Maisons, and develop a comprehensive learning plan with targeted training and development opportunities.
• Build collaborative relationships with Richemont Group and Europe Region teams, HR Business Partners, and local Maison leaders and teams, connecting stakeholders across a multi-Maison, multi-métier environment.
• Advise and guide leaders on talent strategy and people development, providing consultative support.
• Engage local communities and stakeholders to foster buy-in for talent and Learning and Development initiatives across Functions and Maisons.
• Use data, analytics and HR metrics to measure program effectiveness and impact, inform future strategies and demonstrate ROI.
• Monitor industry best practices and emerging talent and learning trends, and ensure compliance with French employment laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.
• At least 10 years of progressive HR experience, with significant and demonstrable focus on Talent Acquisition, Talent Management and Learning and Development, including substantial leadership experience.
• Proven success deploying, implementing and scaling innovative talent strategies and programs in a matrixed, multi-brand organization.
• Experience in luxury or another high-expectation, people-centric environment, and a strong understanding of diverse business models and métiers, are advantageous.
• Experience leading, coaching and developing high-performing teams of HR professionals.
• Fluency in French and English is required.

Skills

Experience

At least 10 years of progressive HR experience, including significant focus on Talent Acquisition, Talent Management and Learning and Development, and substantial leadership experience.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.

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.

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