A. Lange & Söhne Assistant Boutique Manager
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Supervisor
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Mar 31, 2026
About A. Lange & Söhne
A. Lange & Söhne is a German haute horlogerie maison renowned for technical precision, artisanal finishing and restrained luxury. The brand is part of the Richemont Group and operates a selective global retail network, including flagship counters and boutique concessions in premium department stores such as Harrods.
A. Lange & Söhne seeks an Assistant Boutique Manager for its London luxury watch boutique to drive operations, lead the team, and deliver exceptional brand experiences.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage daily boutique operations and translate corporate objectives into actionable operational goals
- Lead, inspire, and mentor the boutique team to foster high-performance engagement and professional development
- Meet personal and team sales budgets whilst maximizing profit and controlling costs
- Organize and host private viewings with VIP clients and develop strategic action plans for high-value prospects
- Act as manager-on-duty when the Boutique Director is absent, ensuring continuity and operational excellence
- Identify training needs of team members and support integration and onboarding of new staff
- Monitor staff appearance, behavior, and adherence to company policy and boutique guidelines
- Coach and support team members on individual and collective objectives through coaching sessions and on-the-job training
- Organize boutique team schedules, resolve conflicts, and ensure equitable distribution of working hours and opportunities
- Ensure maximum client welcoming, handling, and servicing in alignment with brand standards
- Maintain overall boutique appearance, aesthetic standards, and visual merchandizing concepts
- Ensure compliance with Group and Brand procedures, retail manuals, and regulatory requirements
- Conduct monthly and quarterly stock taking and inventory controls, actively preventing discrepancies
- Manage boutique timepiece maintenance, including strap changes, polishing, and servicing coordination
- Weekly coordination with regional headquarters for stock replenishments and purchase orders
- Ensure timely sales reporting (daily and monthly) and identify operational strengths and weaknesses
- Support delivery of the Lange selling ceremony and foster a positive, constructive boutique atmosphere
- Participate proactively in VIP events and marketing activities
- Build and maintain genuine client relationships, handling complaints with care and sensitivity
- Coordinate individual repairs and after-sales matters with Sales Administrators
Qualifications
- 5+ years of relevant work experience in luxury retail and boutique operations
- Watch industry experience highly advantageous
- Strong communicator with collaborative spirit and excellent interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated personal client base and proven excellence in client management and relationship building
- Results-oriented, structured, and highly organized
- Fluency in written and verbal English; proficiency in additional languages advantageous
Skills
Experience
5+ years of relevant work experience in luxury retail and boutique operations, preferably within the watchmaking or fine jewelry sector. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated success in leading retail teams, building high-value client relationships, and managing boutique operations to exacting luxury brand standards.
Education
Not specified.
Workplace
This position is based in London, England, UK.
Culture
The brand fosters a culture of meticulous craftsmanship, understated elegance and technical excellence. Teams operate with a commitment to bespoke client service, discretion and long-term relationship building within an environment that values heritage, precision and product expertise.
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