Richemont Visual Merchandising Assistant (Work‑Study)
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- Mar 12, 2026
About Richemont
Richemont is a leading international luxury goods group comprising renowned maisons across jewellery, watches, leather goods and writing instruments. The group is recognized for its commitment to craftsmanship, heritage-driven creativity and long-term development of talent across retail, design and operations. As an employer, Richemont offers a multicultural, atelier-like environment with opportunities to work closely with high-end brands and cross-functional teams.
Richemont in Paris seeks a Visual Merchandising Assistant (work‑study) for Nov 2026. Alternance role supporting store and window displays across the retail network.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the Visual Merchandising team in the conception and implementation of seasonal store and window display concepts across the Paris retail network.
- Translate creative directives into actionable in-store layouts and install guidelines, ensuring consistent application of brand visual standards.
- Prepare display materials, props and technical briefs; assist with logistics and coordination with store teams and external vendors for roll-outs.
- Produce moodboards, layout sketches and photographic documentation of displays; maintain an organised library of VM assets and fixtures.
- Contribute to store visits, install supervision and post-install audits to ensure quality control and continuous improvement of merchandising execution.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a recognised diploma or degree program in visual merchandising, fashion, retail design, interior design or a related discipline (work‑study/alternance eligible).
- Strong aesthetic sensibility with an aptitude for three‑dimensional composition, colour and materiality; portfolio of visual work required.
- Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to coordinate multiple small projects under tight timelines.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration with store teams, suppliers and cross‑functional partners.
- Fluency in French or ability to work in a French retail environment and legal authorization to undertake a work‑study contract in France.
Skills
Experience
Practical experience through internships or part‑time positions in retail, visual merchandising or set design is preferred; previous involvement in store installs or window displays is an advantage.
Education
Currently undertaking a vocational diploma, Bachelor’s or Master’s level programme in visual merchandising, fashion, retail design, interior design or a closely related field (work‑study/alternance track).
Workplace
The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Richemont fosters a culture that values artisanal excellence, creative rigour and cross‑house collaboration. The workplace blends atelier craftsmanship with international retail operations, offering exposure to heritage brands and structured development for early‑career talent.
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