HR Assistant

About The Role

This pivotal role offers a unique opportunity to act as the HR Executive to the Chief People Officer (CPO) within the Richemont Group. You will be instrumental in structuring, tracking, and facilitating the People agenda, supporting HR leadership forums, and driving high-impact HR initiatives across a dynamic, international luxury retail environment. This position combines strategic project coordination, executive support, HR analytics, and critical stakeholder management.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive strategic and executive support to the Chief People Officer (CPO), including managing their agenda, preparing high-level presentations, and assisting with strategic communications.
• Lead the coordination and facilitation of key HR leadership forums, such as HR Executive Committee meetings, ensuring effective agenda setting, material preparation, and follow-up on actions.
• Drive and support high-impact HR projects and initiatives across various functions (e.g., Talent, Learning, Engagement), tracking milestones and ensuring timely execution.
• Translate complex HR data and insights into compelling narratives and executive-level presentations to inform strategic decision-making.
• Manage and maintain HR reporting, dashboards, and organizational structures, ensuring data accuracy and providing analytical support for workforce planning and effectiveness.
• Coordinate and support employee engagement activities, internal HR communications, and community events to foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Act as a key coordination partner for HR Executive Committee members, fostering cross-functional collaboration and alignment on HR priorities.
• Oversee administrative and logistical aspects for the CPO's office, including meeting coordination, travel, and expense management.
• Monitor and track HR initiative costs and ensure compliance training completion for the RIC population.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with a strong background in HR project management.
• Previous exposure to supporting senior HR leadership or executive office functions is a significant advantage.
• Experience within a matrix, international, or luxury retail environment is a plus.
  
  

Skills & Competencies

• Strong HR acumen and a deep understanding of HR cycles (talent review, performance, workforce planning, engagement).
• Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint for executive-level presentations and strong Excel for data analytics.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, SAP) and org chart tools; experience with Concur is beneficial.
• Exceptional organizational, prioritization, and stakeholder management skills.
• High level of discretion, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
• Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, concise messaging.
• Agile, proactive, solution-oriented mindset with strong communication and interpersonal skills.