VP People

Vestiaire Collective is the leading global platform for desirable pre‑loved fashion and a pioneer in transforming how people consume fashion. Our mission is simple: make circular fashion the norm, not the exception. Through technology, expertise, and a highly engaged global community, we enable millions of people to buy and sell fashion in a more sustainable way.

Founded in Paris in 2009, Vestiaire Collective is now a globally scaled marketplace with offices in Paris, London, Berlin, New York, Singapore, and Ho Chi Minh City, and logistics hubs across Europe, Asia, and the US.

Today, we are a team of around 600 people from over 50 nationalities, united by a shared ambition: to drive meaningful change in the fashion industry.

About the Role

Based in our Paris office and reporting directly to the CEO, the VP People will lead Vestiaire Collective’s global People organization.

The People function is structured around four core pillars, each led by experienced domain leads who own the strategy and execution of their respective areas:

• Talent Acquisition
• HR Operations & Payroll
• HR Business Partnering
• Workplace

As VP People, your role will be to lead the People organization whose role is to enable the business functions to over‑achieve their objectives.

Vestiaire Collective operates in a fast‑moving and evolving environment. In this context, the VP People will play a key role in bringing clarity, consistency and strong People practices while remaining adaptable to changing business needs.

What You Will Do

Define and Lead the Global People Strategy

• Define and drive Vestiaire Collective’s global People strategy and our long‑term vision, supporting the company’s business priorities and international footprint.
• Partner closely with the CEO and executive leadership team on organizational planning, leadership effectiveness and workforce strategy.

Lead and Develop the Global People Organization

• Lead and develop the People leadership team across Talent Acquisition, HR Operations & Payroll, HR Business Partnering and Workplace, worldwide.
• Support and empower domain leads who own the strategy and roadmap for their respective functions.
• Ensure strong alignment and collaboration across all People pillars.
• Foster a strong leadership culture within the People team and support the growth of your direct reports.

Drive Organizational Effectiveness

• Partner with Business Leadership to ensure teams are structured and supported to achieve their business objectives.
• Support leaders in building high‑performing teams and strong management practices.
• Master internal communication to make the organisational changes understood by the teams.

Strengthen HR Operations and Employee Infrastructure

• Partner with HR Operations leadership to continuously improve processes, tools and operational efficiency, including onboarding, contract management, payroll coordination and HR systems.
• Oversee the global HR operations and payroll framework, ensuring reliable and efficient processes across all regions.
• Ensure compliance with employment regulations across Vestiaire Collective’s international footprint.

Shape the Company’s Talent Strategy

• Oversee the company’s global talent acquisition strategy, ensuring hiring practices support the long‑term needs of the organization.
• Partner with the Talent Acquisition lead to maintain high standards of quality of hire and diversity.
• Support strategic and leadership hiring across the company when needed.

Oversee Workplace & Employee Experience

• Ensure the Workplace function supports a productive, collaborative and engaging work environment across offices, partnering with the Lead.
• Oversee workplace strategy across Vestiaire Collective’s global locations.
• Ensure workplace practices contribute to a strong and consistent employee experience.

Foster a High‑Performance and Fair Culture

• Own and evolve key People programs including performance management, compensation philosophy and leadership development.
• Ensure fair, transparent and consistent people practices across the organization.
• Coach senior leaders on team management, difficult conversations and leadership development.

Who You Are

• 12+ years of HR / People experience, with significant experience (7+ years) in leadership roles.
• Proven track record of leading multi‑disciplinary People teams, including functions such as Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, or HR Business Partnering.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to act as a strategic partner to executive leadership.
• Experience working in international organizations.
• Strong organizational design and change management capabilities.
• Solid understanding of core HR topics including compensation and rewards, performance management, employment law, HR operations and payroll.
• Comfortable operating in fast‑paced environments where priorities evolve quickly.
• Excellent stakeholder management and ability to influence senior leaders.
• Direct, transparent communication style with strong leadership presence.

Full professional proficiency in English required; French is a plus.

What We Offer

• Purpose‑driven work at scale Join a company reshaping the fashion industry towards circularity, directly contributing to reducing waste and extending the life of luxury items.
• High‑impact scope & ownership Work on products used globally, where your decisions have immediate, measurable impact on millions of users across 70+ countries.
• A truly international environment Collaborate with a diverse team of 50+ nationalities across Paris, London, Berlin, New York, Singapore, and Ho Chi Minh City.
• Career acceleration in a fast‑moving scale‑up Take ownership early, grow fast, and shape your path, as an expert or a future leader.
• Learning & growth as a priority Dedicated budget, continuous feedback culture, and opportunities to work on cutting‑edge topics (AI, marketplace dynamics, scalability, etc.).
• Flexible ways of working Hybrid model (typically 2 days remote per week), with trust and autonomy at the core of how we operate.
• Give back through action 2 paid days per year to support a cause of your choice and actively contribute to positive impact beyond your day‑to‑day role.
• Competitive compensation & benefits Including bonus, health coverage, lunch vouchers, Gym‑Pass, and additional legal perks depending on your location.

Vestiaire Collective is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.