Sephora Head of Talent Development & Employer Branding
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Director
- Department
- Human Resources, People & Culture
- Posted
- Jul 7, 2026
About Sephora
Sephora is a global prestige beauty leader, renowned for redefining the retail experience through creativity, inclusivity, and expert service. Founded in France and now part of LVMH, the company brings together an exceptional portfolio of beauty brands with a distinctive culture of discovery and innovation. As an employer, Sephora offers a dynamic, customer-centered environment where talent is encouraged to learn, experiment, and grow across retail, digital, merchandising, operations, and corporate functions. Its teams are united by a passion for beauty, entrepreneurship, and belonging, making Sephora a compelling workplace for professionals seeking impact within a fast-moving international brand.
Sephora Milan: Head of Talent Development & Employer Branding role leading strategic HR initiatives across Learning & Development, Communications, and Employer Branding.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage a multidisciplinary team spanning Learning & Development, Internal Communication, and Employer Branding functions
- Develop and implement annual talent development and employer branding strategy aligned with company vision and business objectives
- Adapt and deploy European headquarters guidelines to local market context
- Design and execute Learning & Development initiatives tailored to country-specific organizational needs
- Develop comprehensive Employer Branding strategy and cultivate strong relationships with external and internal stakeholders
- Lead LinkedIn and social media deployment strategy to enhance company visibility and recruitment pipeline
- Plan and execute internal communications programs targeting both retail and corporate employee populations
- Conceptualize and implement employee well-being initiatives that enhance workplace engagement and organizational culture
- Coordinate all employee communication and educational initiatives to ensure consistent messaging across the organization
- Organize and oversee company events, team-building activities, and engagement programs in collaboration with HR Business Partners
- Manage departmental budget allocation, forecasting, and ROI tracking for talent development initiatives
- Drive continuous innovation in HR approaches and practices
- Balance cross-functional departmental requests with organizational sustainability and strategic priorities
Qualifications
- Proven track record as Head of Talent Development, Internal Communication, Employer Branding, or equivalent leadership role
- Fluent English language proficiency
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex strategic initiatives and multiple workstreams simultaneously
- Experience building and leading multifunctional teams across Learning & Development, Communications, and HR functions
- Strong stakeholder management and cross-departmental collaboration skills
- Excellent organizational awareness and understanding of corporate dynamics
- Strategic partnership capabilities with diverse internal and external stakeholders
- Openness to change management and organizational transformation
Skills
Experience
Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in talent development, HR business partnership, internal communications, or employer branding roles, preferably within luxury retail or selective distribution environments. Demonstrated success leading complex initiatives across multiple HR disciplines and managing teams in matrix organizational structures.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Communications, Business Administration, or related field. Advanced certifications in Talent Development, Organizational Development, or HR Leadership are preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.
Benefits
Competitive and tailored welfare benefits package, complimentary Sephora and LVMH product access and discounts, flexible working arrangements including hybrid remote work, modern office facilities in central Milan with well-being spaces, annual company convention and team-building activities, culture of learning and professional development, work-life balance support.
Culture
Sephora fosters a dynamic, inclusive workplace where creativity, curiosity, and a passion for beauty are encouraged at every level. As an employer, it is distinguished by its focus on empowerment, continuous learning, and a collaborative retail culture that celebrates individuality and client-centric innovation.
About Cerulean
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