Cartier HR Project Manager

Employment
Contract
Seniority
Mid-Level
Industry
High Jewelry
Posted
May 17, 2026

About Cartier

Richemont is a Swiss-based luxury goods holding company comprised of a portfolio of maisons specialising in jewellery, watches, leather goods and writing instruments. The group operates internationally with a decentralised model that balances entrepreneurial maison autonomy and centralised corporate functions, offering careers at the intersection of artisanal craftsmanship and global luxury operations.

Cartier HR Project Manager position in Le Locle, Switzerland—12-month contract driving HR transformation and operational excellence initiatives.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Define, structure, and validate project scoping in collaboration with internal stakeholders, detailing objectives, scope, deliverables, resources, and timelines
  • Coordinate all phases of project deployment from conception through implementation, ensuring adherence to deadlines and budgets
  • Establish and facilitate project governance forums, produce regular and transparent reporting for HR leadership and steering committees
  • Identify risks and opportunities, propose innovative solutions and action plans to ensure project success
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of project management methodologies within the HR department

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree (Bac+4/5) or equivalent in Human Resources, Project Management, or related discipline
  • Proven experience in HR project management within an industrial or manufacturing environment
  • Mastery of project management methodologies and deep knowledge of HR processes
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with diplomatic sensitivity
  • Strong organizational discipline, autonomy, and results-oriented mindset

Skills

Project management methodologies HR process optimization Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) Stakeholder coordination Process improvement Operational excellence Risk management

Experience

Ideally 2–4 years of HR project management experience acquired in an industrial or manufacturing environment, demonstrating solid knowledge of operational excellence and employee experience initiatives

Education

Bachelor's degree (Bac+4/5) or equivalent in Human Resources, Project Management, or related field

Workplace

This position is based in Le Locle, Neuchâtel, Switzerland.

Culture

Richemont combines respect for traditional craftsmanship with international professional standards, fostering a culture that prizes quality, attention to detail and long-term brand stewardship. The working environment is collaborative and project-oriented, offering exposure to cross-maison initiatives and opportunities to influence people strategies within a heritage-driven luxury group.

About Cerulean

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Cartier

Cartier HR Project Manager

Le Locle, Switzerland

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