Richemont HR Intern

Employment
Internship
Seniority
Intern
Posted
May 6, 2026

About Richemont

Richemont is a Swiss-based luxury goods group that develops and manages a portfolio of maisons active in watches, high jewellery, writing instruments and premium accessories. The group is known for its stewardship of heritage brands, international footprint and emphasis on artisanal craftsmanship and maison-led autonomy.

Richemont seeks an HR Intern in Buttes, Switzerland to support recruitment, onboarding and HR administration for the People & Culture team.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support the People & Culture team with end-to-end recruitment administration: posting vacancies, screening applications, scheduling interviews and liaising with candidates and hiring managers.
  • Coordinate and deliver onboarding and induction activities for new hires, including documentation, access provisioning and orientation logistics.
  • Maintain and update personnel files and HR records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with data protection requirements.
  • Assist with HR-administration tasks such as preparing contracts, employment letters and routine correspondence under HR supervision.
  • Contribute to HR projects and reporting: compile basic HR metrics, prepare presentations and support process-improvement initiatives.
  • Organise training logistics and communication for internal learning programs and workshops.
  • Handle confidential information with discretion and act as a professional point of contact for employees on routine HR enquiries.

Qualifications

  • Enrolled in or recently graduated from a Bachelor's or Master's programme in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or a related discipline.
  • Strong organisational aptitude, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact professionally with internal stakeholders at all levels.
  • High degree of discretion and respect for confidentiality and data protection.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Fluency in French is strongly preferred given the location; professional English is required. Knowledge of additional languages is an advantage.

Skills

Recruitment coordination Onboarding and induction HR administration Confidentiality and data protection Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word Microsoft PowerPoint Communication and interpersonal skills

Experience

Entry-level; 0–1 year of related experience. Prior internship or work experience in an HR or administrative function is advantageous but not mandatory.

Education

Currently enrolled in or recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or a closely related field.

Workplace

The role is situated in Buttes, Neuchâtel, Switzerland — conveniently close to Neuchâtel.

Culture

Richemont fosters a maison-centric environment that values craftsmanship, long-term brand stewardship and collaborative working across international teams. The workplace emphasises professional development, respect for heritage and responsible business practices.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.

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Richemont

Richemont HR Intern

Buttes, Switzerland

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