CHANEL

Assistant to WFJ Division General Manager

CHANEL  •  People’s Republic of China (Onsite)  •  9 days ago
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Job Description

What you can bring into the team:

JOB MISSION:

  • The position combines senior-level executive assistance with exposure to strategic planning and business project coordination, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of key initiatives and leadership processes.

Executive & Leadership Support

  • Provide comprehensive executive assistance to the GM, with a strong focus on complex meeting and agenda management.
  • Manage end-to-end meeting arrangements for division-level, regional, and global meetings, including scheduling across time zones, agenda coordination, materials preparation, and follow-up.
  • Anticipate the GM’s needs with a high level of discretion and consideration; proactively offer options, identify potential issues, and propose practical/ creative solutions to ensure effective execution.
  • Act as a reliable coordination point between the GM and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring clear, timely, and professional communication.
  • Support preparation for leadership meetings by organizing inputs, aligning stakeholders, and ensuring readiness of materials.

Business & Strategic Planning Support

  • Support consolidation of raw data and inputs across functions and domains, particularly during key cycles such as annual budgeting, ongoing business initiatives, and major leadership reviews.
  • Assist in the coordination and tracking of cross-functional business projects, including meeting organization, timeline updates, and follow-up on action items.
  • Contribute to the preparation of presentations and materials for senior leadership discussions, ensuring clarity, structure, and accuracy.
  • Apply a data-sensitive and detail-oriented approach when handling business information; support basic data analysis and synthesis as needed.
  • Partner with relevant teams to help maintain momentum and visibility on strategic initiatives through structured tracking and documentation.

Person Specifications:

Academic / Professional Qualifications

  • University Degree and above

Work Experience & Competencies

  • Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or similar role supporting senior leaders, with service mindset.
  • Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal, with confidence working with regional and global stakeholders.
  • Strong organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
  • Proficient in PowerPoint and Excel; able to structure information clearly and professionally.
  • Basic data analysis capability or strong potential to develop in this area; highly attentive to detail and accuracy.

Personal Attributes

  • Highly considerate, proactive, and solution-oriented; able to think ahead rather than wait for instructions.
  • Self-motivated and result-driven, with a strong sense of ownership.
  • Comfortable working with ambiguity and collaborating across functions and teams.

Key Interactions:

Internal

  • WFJ division leaders, Chanel Mainland China Leaders
  • Regional & Global counterparts
  • IT, HR, Finance, Operation Team

External

  • Vendors, agencies
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About CHANEL

Chanel is a private company and world leader in creating, manufacturing and distributing luxury products, including Ready-to-Wear, Accessories, Fragrances, Makeup, Skincare, Jewellery and Watches. Founded by Gabrielle Chanel in 1910, the House remains dedicated to exceptional craftsmanship and offering high-end creations. Chanel employs more than 32,000 people worldwide.​

As part of this, the House promotes arts, culture and creativity, while investing significantly in key areas including research & development, sustainability, and innovation.​

Chanel is dedicated to creating the conditions for people to perform at their best, building on their strengths and enabling them to benefit from new opportunities. It offers a unique working environment where people are given time to understand the brand, the business, and develop their personal motivations. This means everyone can grow, continue to be inspired and feel included, now and in the future. The company fosters true collaboration and respect for all, grounded in the belief that diversity is essential to the success of the organisation and its people.​

Chanel is committed to rewarding people competitively, as well as offering initiatives such as wellbeing programmes, learning and development opportunities, and parental leave for all parents globally.​

Industry
Fashion & Apparel
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
London, GB
Year Founded
Unknown
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