V.I.E - Strategic Project Executive - China - Shanghai

Job description

The story of Cartier is founded on audacity and passion. For more than 170 years we have embraced a bold, pioneering spirit that continues to inspire our teams across all Métiers from our boutiques to our workshops and corporate offices. Our 9000+ colleagues of 105 nationalities are united by a shared independent spirit and commitment to excellence, striving to continuously enrich our Maison’s heritage by pushing the boundaries of creativity.

MAIN PURPOSE

As a Strategic Project Executive V.I.E, you will assist the Chief of Staff and the CEO office team in the daily tasks and missions, focusing on Business Intelligence, Strategic Thinking and Project Management. You will need to ensure all work streams are addressed in a relevant way and are moving effectively, collectively and timely. The length of this V.I.E assignment is 12 months, ideally starting in May 2026, depending on visa requirements. This role is based in Shanghai.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?

Business Intelligence & Business Support

• Support the business insights by closely monitoring the evolution of the macro environment (GDP, consumer confidence…) and the luxury market in China.
• Drive the intelligence studies (competition landscape, luxury consumption trends, Chinese clientele…) at the country level as well as regional level.
• Work closely with each function to understand the business and get a good level of business sense.
• Support regular business reviews with different functions and topics.
• Coordinate with different functions on the projects initiated during business review meetings.   
• Contribute to the market action plans, by driving content and coordinating deliverables.
• Facilitate and adapt the content to different audiences and ensure the message is delivered relevantly and in the compliance method.

Project Management & Coordination

• Follow up on the implementation of strategic projects and corporate initiatives.
• Play a key contact role with different stakeholders (central/international teams, cross-functions…) to ensure the implementation of projects.
• Support the ad hoc projects regarding internal communication and corporate initiatives.

HOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCCESS WITH US?

At Cartier, we are free spirits, exploring a world of possibilities. Our diversity of skills, talents and backgrounds is what makes us unique. Each singular individual is recognized and empowered, supported and rewarded. We value your independent spirit and encourage you to create your own path on an exciting journey with global opportunities. You will never stop learning at Cartier, a unique and special place to work and progress.

You will have a great opportunity to be an essential contributor in a dynamic team, working for the success of a first-class Luxury Maison under strong business acceleration and transformation.

In order to be eligible for a V.I.E in China:

• You graduated from a Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Business, Management, Marketing, Engineering or related disciplines from a University among the top 500 list of The Academic Ranking of World Universities. The Academic Record Certificate issued by the University needs to prove an average score no less than 80 (hundred-mark system or equivalent) or above B (grading system);
• You graduated from a Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Business, Management, Marketing, Engineering or related disciplines and you justify of at least 2 years of professionnal experience post-Graduation in a similar type of position.

We believe in shared success and understanding that with your actions you elevate your team and Maison. To contribute to team success, we expect the following:

• Strategic & Analytical, Execution capability with an eye for details.
• Advanced level of Excel, PowerPoint, Keynote is a plus.
• Entrepreneur and self-motivated.
• A strong collaborative spirit and communication skills, enjoying transversal/collaborative work and achieving results through teamwork. 
• English Fluent, French and Mandarin are a plus.
   

HOW DO WE KEEP YOU SMILING?

• Ability to join and interact with a passionate, motivated and creative team that shares the same passion and energy for our dynamic Maison.
• A plethora of learning and growth opportunities within Cartier to help you develop and deep-dive into the Luxury Retail environment.

YOUR JOURNEY WITH US

• Firstly, you will be engaging with an online video interview of 15 minutes for us to assess your understanding of the position and motivations;
• Subsequently, you will be meeting with the HR team to dive deeper and assess your fit to this role;
• Finally, you will be able to meet with the local Hiring Team (Local HR and Hiring Manager).

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

We offer exciting opportunities to grow professionally and personally in a supportive and international environment. The industry is transforming, and it is an exciting time to join the Maison and to be at the forefront of this industry-wide transformation.

As a V.I.E in our subsidiary, you will benefit from:

• 12-month contract, potentially renewable for another 12-month
• Monthly allowance not subject to taxes
• Monthly housing allowance
• Travel costs linked to the move
• Health insurance

ELIGIBILITY TO THE VIE PROGRAM

Important: Kindly note that the V.I.E Program requires strict eligibility criteria, you can access further information on this destination and check your eligibility through this page: https://mon-vie-via.businessfrance.fr/en/countries

The V.I.E Program is run under the authority of the French Ministry for Economy and Finance and that of the Ministry of Foreign Trade, all details can be found on the Civiweb website: https://mon-vie-via.businessfrance.fr/informations-pratiques-sur-le-volontariat-international