Balenciaga Sales Associate

Employment Temporary
Seniority Entry-Level
Posted Mar 1, 2026

Join Balenciaga in Nice as a Sales Associate. This luxury fashion role requires experience in ready-to-wear sales and bilingual proficiency. Part of the Kering Group, Balenciaga offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment.

Overview

Balenciaga, a distinguished name in the luxury fashion industry, was founded by Cristóbal Balenciaga in 1917 in Spain and established in Paris in 1937. Renowned for redefining modern haute couture, Balenciaga continues to innovate with bold collections spanning women's and men's ready-to-wear, accessories, and art objects. As part of the Kering Group, Balenciaga is committed to digital advancement and social and environmental responsibility, maintaining its position at the forefront of modernity. The brand's dedication to excellence is reflected in its creative leadership, with Pierpaolo Piccioli appointed as Creative Director in July 2025.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Provide exceptional customer service, including greeting, advising, and selling to clients.
  • Effectively present and promote Balenciaga's brand image and product offerings.
  • Deliver personalized advice to enhance customer experience and drive sales growth.
  • Manage transactions and tax refund processes.
  • Coordinate alterations and follow-up with clients.
  • Maintain and update client information for the customer database.
  • Receive, label, and display merchandise.
  • Replenish stock and maintain store organization.
  • Participate in inventory preparation and execution.
  • Contribute to qualitative and quantitative reporting.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in luxury fashion retail, particularly in ready-to-wear, accessories, or footwear.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong persuasive abilities and professional presentation. Deep understanding of fashion and product sensitivity. Bilingual proficiency in English and ideally a third language.

Experience

Candidates must have confirmed experience in luxury fashion sales, with a focus on ready-to-wear, accessories, or footwear.

Workplace

This position is based in Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France. Cerulean lists 44 open roles in Nice. The broader Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur area accounts for 177 active listings on Cerulean, 5 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.275 open positions, with 127 posted this week.

Benefits

Balenciaga offers opportunities for professional development within the brand and the Kering Group, fostering a high-performance culture and a supportive work environment.

Culture

Balenciaga is committed to diversity and inclusion, believing that a diverse workplace enriches both the employee experience and customer interactions. The company promotes equal opportunity and values-driven recruitment, aiming to support each employee's success.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.