Payroll and Personnel Administration Apprentice

Seniority Intern
Posted Mar 16, 2026

Louis Vuitton — Payroll & Personnel Administration Apprentice in Issoudun, France. 1-year alternance starting Aug/Sep 2026 supporting payroll and HR administration.

Overview

Louis Vuitton is a global maison of luxury fashion and leather goods, known for craftsmanship, creativity and heritage. As part of the LVMH group, the brand combines artisanal savoir‑faire with international reach and structured career development, offering employees training, mobility and exposure to high standards across production and retail environments.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Collect and enter variable payroll elements (hours, absences, bonuses) into the payroll system.
  • Monitor and record absences (vacation, sick leave) and manage related payroll inputs.
  • Process payroll-related inputs and perform salary data entry with accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Maintain and update employee personnel files and ensure physical/digital filing systems are current.
  • Coordinate routine on‑shop/plant visits to build relationships and raise HR visibility among production teams.
  • Prepare employee exit documentation (work certificates, final settlements) and maintain onboarding payroll presentation for new hires.
  • Lead a project to raise Team Leaders’ and managers’ awareness of absence tracking to improve presenteeism within the workshops.

Qualifications

  • Enrolled in a Bac+3 level programme in Human Resources, Payroll or equivalent (work‑study/alternance).
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with managers and production teams.
  • Analytical mindset with attention to detail and high level of discretion handling confidential payroll data.
  • Autonomous, reactive and able to work collaboratively within an HR team.
  • Available for a 1‑year alternance starting late August/September 2026 with the following rhythms: 1 week on/1 week off or 2 days/3 days.

Skills

Payroll data entry and variable elements management Absence and leave tracking Employee file administration Preparation of exit documents (certificates, settlements) Project coordination and stakeholder communication Confidentiality and professional discretion

Experience

Beginner — suitable for candidates with little or no professional payroll experience; prior coursework or short internships in HR/payroll is an asset.

Education

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's-level (Bac+3) programme in Human Resources, Payroll administration or equivalent (alternance/work‑study).

Culture

Louis Vuitton fosters a culture of excellence rooted in craftsmanship, creativity and rigorous standards. The workplace emphasizes learning and mentorship, offering structured support for development while promoting inclusion and respect for individual differences.