Chanel Fragrance & Beauty Advisor

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Entry-Level
Compensation
$24.30–28/hour
Posted
Jun 9, 2026

About Chanel

Chanel is one of the world’s most revered luxury houses, founded by Gabrielle Chanel and distinguished by an enduring vision of elegance, freedom, and modernity. As an employer, the House brings together métiers ranging from haute couture, fashion and leather goods to fragrance, beauty, watches, and fine jewelry, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a legacy defined by exceptional craftsmanship and creative audacity. Chanel values excellence, discretion, collaboration, and long-term development, fostering an environment where talent is nurtured and heritage is continually reinterpreted for contemporary clients. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, innovation, and the timeless spirit of the brand.

Chanel Fragrance & Beauty Advisor position in Santa Clara, CA. Full-time luxury retail role with $24.30-$28/hr compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Provide superior service to clients through execution of the Chanel service ritual, creating memorable experiences that foster loyalty and personal connection
  • Develop and maintain long-term client relationships through trust-building interactions and personalized beauty recommendations
  • Achieve sales targets through consultative selling across products, services, and data capture initiatives; contribute to client acquisition and retention strategies
  • Attend seasonal training seminars hosted by Education Executives and apply daily learnings from the Inside Beauty application to enhance client consultations
  • Maintain an omni-channel mindset to ensure seamless integration between in-store and online client experiences
  • Address client concerns and resolve situations in accordance with company philosophy and standards, escalating to appropriate teams when necessary
  • Educate clients on upcoming events, product launches, and collections through compelling introductions and demonstrations
  • Maintain comprehensive knowledge of brand heritage, product know-how, and market positioning; communicate this expertise to both clients and team members
  • Maintain a clean, tidy, hygienic, and professional work environment consistent with Visual Merchandising standards
  • Model positive communication, ethics, and integrity within team interactions; respect cultural differences and contribute to an inclusive team environment

Qualifications

  • Articulateness and demonstrated knowledge of and passion for both cosmetics and fragrance
  • Artistry skills and prior brand experience in luxury beauty or cosmetics preferred
  • Passion for Chanel Beauty products and the House of Chanel's heritage and values
  • Ability to lift up to 5 pounds and stand for extended periods
  • Full-time in-person presence required to support in-store client sales and service delivery
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
  • Understanding of and genuine passion for client experience and service excellence
  • Service orientation with authentic concern for clients' needs and interests

Skills

Client relationship management Luxury beauty product knowledge Fragrance consultancy Sales achievement and target management Omni-channel retail awareness Visual merchandising standards compliance Brand storytelling and heritage communication Emotional intelligence and interpersonal awareness

Experience

["Prior experience in luxury retail, beauty, fragrance, or hospitality is strongly preferred", "Demonstrated track record of building meaningful client relationships and driving sales", "Experience working within high-touch, service-oriented retail environments"]

Workplace

This position is based in Santa Clara, California, USA, within easy reach of San Jose.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 24.30 to USD 28 per hour.

Benefits

Wellbeing resources including dedicated paid time off for wellbeing (Wellbeing Days in Retail) and a Wellbeing fund; family and caregiving benefits (parental leave, fertility support, MilkStork, Care.com Membership); generous paid time off policies including vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days; 401(k) and other incentives; robust healthcare offerings (medical, dental, vision, MDLIVE virtual care, One Medical, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Employee Assistance Program); life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Health Advocate, International Business Travel Accident & Medical, and Commuter Transit & Parking

Culture

Chanel fosters a culture of timeless creativity, exacting craftsmanship, and quiet excellence, where employees are encouraged to uphold the house’s heritage while contributing to its continued innovation. The workplace environment is refined, collaborative, and deeply committed to quality, offering professionals the opportunity to grow within a globally respected maison that values discretion, artistry, and long-term vision.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Chanel

Chanel Fragrance & Beauty Advisor

Santa Clara, USA

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