Corporate Law Trainee (Work-Study)
Richemont — Paris: Corporate Law Trainee (work‑study). Support corporate, governance and commercial legal matters within Richemont's legal team.
Overview
Richemont is a leading international luxury goods group comprising distinguished maisons across jewellery, watchmaking, leather goods and writing instruments. Known for heritage craftsmanship and brand stewardship, Richemont offers a multinational legal environment working alongside commercial, finance and compliance teams to support high-value, cross-border luxury activities.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the legal team on corporate and commercial law matters, including drafting and reviewing contracts, corporate resolutions and board minutes.
- Assist with company secretarial duties: maintenance of corporate records, statutory filings and regulatory documentation.
- Perform legal research and prepare concise memoranda on French and EU corporate law, contractual issues and regulatory developments.
- Contribute to due diligence processes and the preparation of legal bundles for transactions and internal approvals.
- Coordinate with external counsel and internal stakeholders to follow up on ongoing litigation, compliance or transactional matters.
- Prepare and format board and committee materials, ensuring compliance with internal governance processes and timelines.
- Support ad hoc projects across the legal department, including policy updates, contractual templates and cross-functional initiatives.
Qualifications
- Enrollment in a recognised French law programme (Master 1 or Master 2) with a focus on business/corporate law; eligible for an alternance (work‑study) contract in France.
- Strong academic record and demonstrable interest in corporate law, governance and commercial contracts.
- Excellent drafting and analytical skills, with attention to detail and clear legal writing.
- Capacity to manage deadlines and multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, client-facing environment.
- Professional discretion and ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
Skills
Experience
Previous internships or practical experience (e.g., 6–12 months) in a corporate legal department or a law firm handling corporate/commercial matters is preferred but not mandatory for a work‑study candidate.
Education
Enrolled in Master 1 or Master 2 in Law (specialisation in Business/Corporate Law) or equivalent; eligible for alternance contract in France.
Culture
Richemont fosters a collaborative, craftsmanship-driven culture where legal teams partner closely with creative and commercial functions across borders. The workplace prizes professionalism, discretion and continuous learning, offering exposure to complex, cross-jurisdictional luxury-business matters.