- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- €37,000/year
- Department
- Human Resources, People & Culture
- Posted
- Nov 13, 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 is seeking a Learning and Development Specialist for a full-time, fixed-term maternity leave cover in Milan, within the HR Department’s Talent Development & Total Rewards Team. The role adapts learning materials, designs and delivers training initiatives, analyses KPIs, and supports employee development; the initial annual gross salary is EUR 37,000, with actual pay varying by experience, skills, start date and organisational needs. The position is governed by the CCNL Commercio.
Role & Responsibilities
- Adapt learning and development materials.
- Design and implement local learning and development projects.
- Ensure assigned projects are implemented in line with business strategy.
- Maintain a consistent training plan for safety topics.
- Design smaller training projects and modules.
- Follow up with stakeholders to ensure project sustainability and effectiveness.
- Analyse learning and development KPIs and prepare reports.
- Deliver classroom training modules when needed, including Sephora DNA and cross-functional topics.
- Support the rollout of individual development plans.
- Promote employee motivation, engagement, and development on behalf of the HR department, with a focus on headquarters.
- Work daily with other headquarters departments to ensure coordinated training communications and actions.
- Act as a digital ambassador to improve learning and development processes and the omnichannel approach.
- Promote the company’s values and culture.
Qualifications
- Fluent in Italian and good knowledge of English.
- Previous experience in project management and content design.
- Health and safety expertise is an advantage.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 years
Workplace
This position is based in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position is EUR 37,000 per annum.
Benefits
Benefits in accordance with company policies, in addition to statutory benefits; modern offices with break and relaxation areas in central Milan; planned activities including an annual convention and team-building; smart working and flexible hours; tailored welfare offers; free beauty product gifts; and discounts on Sephora and LVMH products.
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.
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