Sephora Social Reporting Project Manager
- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Human Resources, People & Culture
- Posted
- Sep 21, 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 seeks a Social Reporting Project Manager in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France. Lead HR reporting automation and compliance initiatives on a temporary contract.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead and accelerate the HR reporting automation project, including review and refinement of existing specifications to ensure clarity and completeness
- Coordinate across internal stakeholders (Payroll, HRIS, Employee Relations, Compensation & Benefits, HR teams) and external service providers to deliver automation solutions
- Participate actively in the design, development, and user acceptance testing of automated reporting deliverables with internal client organizations
- Monitor project execution against timeline, technical constraints, and identified risks; escalate potential deviations promptly
- Develop comprehensive technical and functional documentation for new automated solutions and processes
- Facilitate training sessions for end users on new tools, systems, and processes
- Ensure production continuity of essential social reports using current methods during the transition period
- Collect, consolidate, and validate HR data from multiple sources (HRIS, Excel files, etc.) with rigorous attention to accuracy
- Prepare critical compliance and governance reports including Social Reports, Disability Reports, Health & Safety Committee documentation, and Annual Mandatory Negotiations materials
- Conduct ad hoc analyses and provide strategic commentary on emerging HR and workforce trends
Qualifications
- Master's degree (Bac+5 equivalent) in Human Resources, Statistics, Management Information Systems, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in HR reporting, cross-functional project management, or data analysis with operational responsibility
- Demonstrated expertise in French payroll regulations and social reporting requirements
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas and data manipulation
- Hands-on experience with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) platforms
- Strong project management capabilities with proven organizational and planning acumen
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across diverse stakeholder groups
- Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to accuracy when handling sensitive HR data
- Demonstrated autonomy, proactivity, and adaptability in complex environments
Skills
Experience
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in HR reporting, cross-functional project management, or data analysis is required, with a demonstrated operational component. Experience should encompass French payroll administration, social reporting frameworks, and complex data manipulation in multi-stakeholder environments.
Education
Master's degree (Bac+5 equivalent) in Human Resources, Statistics, Management Information Systems, or related field.
Workplace
The role is situated in Neuilly-sur-Seine, Île-de-France, France — conveniently close to Paris.
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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