Boutique Assistant
Van Cleef & Arpels
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Job Description
Your Role as a Boutique Assistant at Van Cleef & Arpels
Are you curious, enthusiastic, and dynamic, seeking a team-oriented adventure? If you are comfortable in a luxury retail environment and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, you are a good match for this role. You will be instrumental in delivering an amazing client experience. Fluency in English is essential, and proficiency in other Asian language(s) would be a significant advantage.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Boutique Assistant, you will support our Sales Associates, acting as an Ambassador of Van Cleef & Arpels' identity and expertise by delivering an exceptional client experience. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Greeting and welcoming all visitors, easing waiting times, and enhancing the overall boutique experience.
- Contributing to business success by assisting sales associates during client presentations.
- Supporting daily boutique activities, such as preparing the workspace, assisting with product preparation, and facilitating payment procedures.
- Offering outstanding customer service by performing allowed in-boutique activities like engraving and shining.
- Actively participating in the day-to-day boutique life to foster a positive team spirit.
Career Development at Van Cleef & Arpels
More than just a job, this is an opportunity for a career. By joining Van Cleef & Arpels, you become part of a Maison that prioritizes employee career development. Upon your arrival, you will be immersed in our enchanting world through comprehensive training on our history, savoir-faire, and exquisite creations.
The Recruitment Process
To apply, send your application online. If your profile aligns with our requirements, our HR team will contact you for an interview. The recruitment process typically involves meeting the Human Resources Business Partner Oceania, the Retail Director Oceania / the Area Retail Manager SEA, and the Boutique Manager. If your application is not successful, you will receive an email notification.
Key skills/competency
- Exceptional Client Experience
- Luxury Retail Operations
- Interpersonal Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Product Presentation Support
- Payment Processing
- Boutique Environment Management
- Multilingual Communication (English + Asian languages)
- Customer Service Activities (e.g., engraving)
- Brand Ambassadorship
How to Get Hired at Van Cleef & Arpels
- Research Van Cleef & Arpels' culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor to understand their luxury brand ethos.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight relevant experience in customer service, luxury retail, or hospitality, emphasizing strong communication and client engagement skills for the Boutique Assistant role.
- Showcase language skills: Clearly state your proficiency in English and any additional Asian languages, as these are highly valued for client interaction at Van Cleef & Arpels.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Practice answering questions that demonstrate your ability to provide outstanding client service, work collaboratively in a team, and handle diverse retail situations.
- Understand the interview process: Be ready to articulate your passion for luxury, brand knowledge, and commitment to a career at Van Cleef & Arpels when meeting HR and management teams.
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