Zadig & Voltaire has appointed Arnaud Louet as its chief financial officer and deputy chief executive. Mr Louet was chief financial officer at Maisons du Monde from 2014.

Zaidig & Voltaire said the position had been created to allow it to pursue an ambitious expansion strategy. Part of Mr Louet’s responsibilities will include supporting the company’s growth plans in France and elsewhere.

The company’s chief executive Jean-Jacques Guevel told WWD: “His career and experience in leading distribution actors as well as high-growth brands are key assets for our development.”