Sales Associate
Cartier — Sales Associate, Sloane Street, London (4 days/week). Deliver luxury client service and achieve boutique sales targets.
Overview
Cartier is a preeminent maison of jewellery and watchmaking, recognised worldwide for craftsmanship, heritage and iconic design. As part of the Richemont group, Cartier operates a global network of boutiques and cultivates a culture of meticulous client service, technical excellence and aesthetic refinement.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver personalised, discreet client service to high-net-worth and walk-in clients, tailoring presentations to individual preferences.
- Achieve and exceed boutique sales targets through proactive clienteling, appointment management and conversion of enquiries.
- Maintain expert product knowledge across jewellery, watches and related categories; present product provenance, materials and craftsmanship with authority.
- Manage client records and follow-up activity to build long-term relationships and repeat business.
- Ensure boutique standards for visual merchandising, product presentation and housekeeping are consistently upheld.
- Process transactions accurately and securely, adhering to cash handling and retail loss-prevention procedures.
- Collaborate with colleagues on stock management, appointment coordination and in-store events; escalate customer needs to management or after-sales teams when required.
- Comply with brand policies, regulatory requirements and high standards of confidentiality and discretion.
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years' retail experience, preferably within luxury jewellery, watchmaking or high-end fashion.
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in a boutique environment.
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with an aptitude for building long-term client relationships.
- Professional presentation, cultural sensitivity and discretion when working with private clients.
- Right to work in the UK and availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends; role is 4 days per week.
Skills
Experience
At least 2 years of direct luxury retail experience, ideally within jewellery or watches, demonstrating measurable sales results, high-value transaction handling and cultivated client relationships.
Education
Secondary education or equivalent; vocational training in retail, hospitality or luxury brand management is advantageous.
Culture
Cartier fosters a culture rooted in craftsmanship, refinement and personalised service. The workplace emphasises professional development, attention to detail and collaborative boutique delivery while maintaining the discretion expected by an elite clientele.