The L'OCCITANE Group is a leading international manufacturer and retailer of premium and sustainable beauty and wellness products. The Group operates in 90 countries worldwide and has 3,000 retail outlets, including over 1,300 of its own stores. Within its portfolio of premium beauty brands that champion organic and natural ingredients are: L'OCCITANE en Provence, Melvita, Erborian, L'OCCITANE au Brésil, LimeLife by Alcone, ELEMIS, Sol de Janeiro and Dr. Vranjes Firenze.

With its nature-positive vision and entrepreneurial ethos, L'OCCITANE Group is committed to investing in communities, biodiversity, reducing waste and to finding sustainable solutions to create a better and healthier planet. The mission statement of the Group is: With empowerment we positively impact people and regenerate nature.

L'OCCITANE is also committed to sustainability for business, people & the planet, as well as respect of human rights, ethics principles and labour protection. All employees at L'OCCITANE must therefore implement the company's mission and integrate the social, environmental, economic and legal effects of their actions in their day-to-day job. In practice, this means that any employee at L'OCCITANE shall contribute to growing sales, regenerating nature, caring for our consumers & partners and supporting our employees. The L'OCCITANE Group is a certified B CorporationTM.

CONTEXT & MISSION :

L'OCCITANE Group offers talented professionals the opportunity to join its Internal Audit function at a pivotal moment of transformation. As Internal Auditor Senior Manager , you will play a key role in advancing the Group's assurance and risk management program, contributing to its strategic impact.

You will report directly to the Group Director Internal Audit and interact with stakeholders across all levels of the organization""from operation teams in our subsidiaries to Groupe leadership. This role offers a unique platform to deepen your expertise, expand your network, and grow your career within a dynamic, international environment, under the guidance of caring leadership.

We are looking for a committed professional ready to be empowered, with travel up to 50% annually.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Support the Group risk assessment process and contribute to the development of the annual audit plan
• Coordinate with stakeholders to roll out audit plan with adequate communication
• Take accountability for the internal audit toolbox and agile management
• Prepare and supervise the execution of risk-based audit engagements across L'OCCITANE's global operations, including manufacturing, distribution and retail
• Agree on pragmatic and efficient action plans with auditees and promote Internal audit as a trusted business advisor
• Draft and present clear, insightful audit reports to local and Group management, including actionable recommendations
• Supervise the monitoring of agreed action plans and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls , business processes, and compliance with Group policies and external regulations
• Conduct ad hoc reviews on strategic topics such as organizational design, operational efficiency and compliance
• Promote internal control best practices and contribute to the evolution of risk management tools and methodologies
• Coordinate external auditors and consultants on specific assignments
• Manage roll out of risk and control software
• Engage on large-scale projects , including business expansion, digital transformation and change management
• Participate in fraud investigations and special reviews when required

• Master's degree in Audit, Controls, Risks, Engineering, IT, Business Administration, or a related field
• Professional certification preferred (e.g. CIA , CPA , CA , CFE , CISA )
• 8+ years of experience in internal audit or data analytics, in a management role, ideally within an international FMCG or cosmetics environment
• Fluent in French and English ; a third language is a strong asset
• Strong knowledge of operational auditing , risk management , and internal controls
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing , change management and project management methodologies
• Pragmatic, hands on with an entrepreneurial spirit
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 , including Teams, Sharepoint, Loop, Copilot , agents, Power Automate
• Proficient in SAP, excel and data tools (e.g. PowerBi, Tableau, Python in Excel). Dynamics is a plus
• Curious, analytical, and eager to learn""especially in the areas of artificial intelligence and digital innovation
• A team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage an agile , cross-functional environment

WHAT WE OFFER :

• Working for a unique company, strongly committed towards the planet and the people (B Corp certification)
• Working with passionate colleagues coming from all over the world
• A unique culture centered around entrepreneurship, where everyone is expected to collaborate, experiment & move fast
• Internal mobility opportunities
• Monthly allocation & discount for store products
• Attractive Social Insurance coverage
• 5 weeks annual leave & 3 extra days offered as public holidays
• Flexible and Hybrid Work environment
• Attractive Parental Leave Policy
• Public Transportation allowance
  

LOCATION: Geneva (Plan-les-Ouates), Switzerland