Sephora HR Project Assistant (Alternance)
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- Internship
- Seniority
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- Posted
- Mar 12, 2026
About Sephora
Sephora is a leading global prestige beauty retailer and part of the LVMH group, recognised for a broad, curated assortment of brands and a strong retail and digital presence. The brand is known for its fast‑paced, innovative retail environment and places emphasis on employee development, inclusion and cross‑functional collaboration across commercial and corporate teams.
Sephora: Alternance HR Project Assistant in Neuilly‑sur‑Seine — 12‑month apprenticeship focused on disability inclusion, recruitment and CSR.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the HR project agenda with a primary focus on disability inclusion and related RSE/CSR initiatives, including drafting internal communications and organising awareness campaigns.
- Produce and maintain KPIs; compile, analyse and report HR data to inform actions and measure impact.
- Coordinate actions to support the retention and sustained employment of colleagues with disabilities and manage relationships with external partners and service providers on disability matters.
- Contribute to recruitment and administrative processes for employees with disabilities across internships, alternance, fixed‑term and permanent contracts; accompany onboarding and follow‑up throughout contracts.
- Coach and raise manager awareness on inclusive practices; support promotions and career moves for alternants in stores.
- Assist with headquarters HR administration: support graduate and temporary recruitment, prepare arrival communications, update organisational charts and career management tools.
- Participate in major HR rhythms (people review, performance review, training planning) and take part in ad‑hoc HR projects, including employee engagement survey follow‑up and action‑plan implementation.
Qualifications
- Master's degree (or final‑year Master candidate) in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology or related field.
- Structured, rigorous, autonomous and highly organised with strong adaptability and anticipation skills.
- Curious, resourceful, proactive and respectful of confidentiality; able to balance operational tasks with project work.
- Strong interpersonal skills and experience (or interest) in stakeholder coordination and event organisation.
Skills
Experience
Entry‑level: suitable for candidates seeking a 12‑month alternance; prior internships or early experience in HR, inclusion, CSR or recruitment are advantageous but not mandatory.
Education
Master's degree in Human Resources or equivalent (or current enrolment in a Master’s programme).
Workplace
This position is based in Neuilly-sur-Seine, Île-de-France, France, within easy reach of Paris.
Culture
Sephora promotes an inclusive, diverse and collaborative workplace where authenticity and team spirit are valued. The company encourages professional development, cross‑disciplinary learning and initiatives that connect employees to meaningful social and environmental commitments.
About Cerulean
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