At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist customers, provide styling advice, and support brand events in a luxury retail environment.
- Company: Bessette offers a curated selection of designer pieces at discounted prices.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, employee discounts, and potential for full-time transition.
- Other info: Opportunity to work with industry leaders and grow your career in fashion.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and immerse yourself in the world of luxury fashion.
- Qualifications: Strong customer service skills and knowledge of luxury fashion trends.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Contract Length: 12-Month Contract (Opportunity to transition to Full-Time)
Compensation: Base Hourly Rate
Company Description
Bessette, founded by Alli Sims Peter and Vanessa Mace, offers a curated selection of timeless designer pieces at discounted prices. The brand focuses on delivering a refined, high-end shopping experience that makes luxury more accessible. Customers can discover both established luxury houses and contemporary designers in one carefully edited assortment. With discounts of up to 70% off, Bessette combines style, value, and service for discerning fashion enthusiasts. The company is committed to creating an elevated retail environment grounded in taste, authenticity, and exceptional customer care.
Role Description
The Part-Time Sales Associate (Luxury Fashion & Brand Events) will support daily in-store operations and customer service for Bessette’s London location. This contract, on-site role involves greeting and assisting clients, offering styling guidance, and ensuring a welcoming, premium atmosphere. Responsibilities include maintaining visual merchandising standards, managing stock on the sales floor, and handling sales transactions with accuracy and discretion. The Sales Associate will also help prepare and execute brand events, trunk shows, and special promotions, including setup, guest assistance, and event breakdown. Collaboration with the store and brand teams to share client feedback, meet sales goals, and uphold Bessette’s luxury service standards is a key part of the role. This role has the possibility to turn into a full-time role.
Qualifications
- Strong customer service and clienteling abilities, with a focus on building long-term relationships in a luxury retail environment.
- Knowledge of contemporary and luxury fashion brands, trends, and styling, with the ability to offer confident, tasteful wardrobe advice.
- Experience in sales and POS operations, transaction processing, and basic reporting.
- Event support skills such as setup, guest coordination, and on-site problem solving for brand activations and in-store experiences.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and inclusive approach to all clients and team members.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, including maintaining store presentation and stockroom order.
- Ability to work on-site in London on a part-time, contract basis, including weekends and evenings as needed.
- Prior experience in fashion retail, luxury sales, or hospitality is highly beneficial; additional languages are a plus.
What We Offer
- Competitive Base
- Career Growth: Direct pathway to a permanent, full-time role as store operations expand.
- Exclusive Access: Opportunities to work closely with luxury brand founders, designers, and industry events.
- Employee Discount
Part-Time Sales Associate (Luxury Fashion & Brand Events) in London employer: Bessette Ltd
Bessette is an exceptional employer that offers a unique opportunity to work in the heart of London’s luxury fashion scene. With a commitment to employee growth, you can transition from a part-time role to a full-time position while enjoying competitive pay and exclusive access to industry events. The collaborative and inclusive work culture fosters long-term relationships with clients and provides a refined shopping experience, making it a rewarding place for those passionate about fashion.
