- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Junior
- Department
- Human Resources, People & Culture
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2026
About Valentino
Founded in Rome in 1960 by Valentino Garavani and Giancarlo Giammetti, Valentino is an Italian luxury house distinguished by its couture heritage, expressive elegance and exceptional craftsmanship. Spanning haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods and accessories, the Maison unites artisanal expertise with contemporary creative ambition. As an employer, Valentino offers a professional setting where design, atelier craftsmanship, merchandising, retail and corporate functions contribute to a globally recognised identity. Its teams translate a rich Roman legacy into collections and client experiences, making the house a compelling environment for professionals drawn to the interplay of cultural heritage, meticulous execution and evolving expressions of luxury.
Valentino is seeking a Digital HR Specialist to support the implementation, testing and launch of its global Workday HCM platform, then contribute to the ongoing development of its HRIS and broader Digital HR roadmap. The role collaborates with global HR teams and implementation partners and covers HR reporting and analytics, data quality, migration and validation, with exposure to AI, automation and digital innovation. The position is classified under the Tessile Industria CCNL; smart working and meal vouchers are among the benefits.
Role & Responsibilities
- Contribute to the implementation, configuration and testing of Workday to support the launch of the global HCM platform.
- Support the evolution and continuous improvement of the HRIS ecosystem, translating HR and business needs into digital solutions.
- Develop and enhance HR reporting and analytics, turning HR data into meaningful insights.
- Support HR data quality, migration, validation and reconciliation activities.
- Investigate system, data and process issues and work with internal teams and implementation partners to identify solutions.
- Collaborate with the global HR community, Digital HR colleagues and external partners.
- Contribute during go-live and hypercare, progressively taking ownership of the platform and its future evolution.
Qualifications
- Hands-on experience with Workday HCM, including implementation, configuration and testing.
- Experience or strong exposure to Workday Reporting & Analytics.
- Experience across Workday functional areas such as Core HCM, Compensation, Learning or Planning is a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a pragmatic, hands-on approach.
- Good knowledge of English and confidence working in an international environment.
- Adaptability, collaboration, curiosity, self-direction and an interest in HR technology.
- Flexibility during the critical year-end and go-live preparation period; immediate or short-notice availability is preferred.
Skills
Experience
1–3 years of hands-on Workday experience, ideally in an international organization, consulting firm or Workday implementation environment.
Workplace
This position is based in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.
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Benefits
Smart working arrangements and meal vouchers, in addition to benefits and initiatives provided under the applicable National Collective Labor Agreement (CCNL) and by law, in accordance with company policies.
Culture
Valentino’s workplace culture is rooted in its Roman couture heritage, combining creative expression with exacting craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail. Its professional environment brings together design, atelier and business expertise around a shared ambition to interpret the Maison’s distinctive identity through a contemporary vision of luxury.
About Cerulean
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