De Beers Assistant Store Manager
- Location
- Paris Île-de-France France
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Junior
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
About De Beers
Founded in 1888, De Beers is a leading international diamond group whose expertise spans diamond discovery, sourcing, grading and luxury jewellery. With deep roots in southern Africa and a global presence, the group brings together scientific knowledge, technical precision and creative craftsmanship. As an employer, De Beers offers career paths across mining, engineering, gemmology, jewellery design, retail and corporate functions. Its multidisciplinary environment connects the origins of natural diamonds with their transformation into exceptional creations. Professionals join a business where heritage meets innovation, and where provenance, responsible practices and evolving consumer expectations are central to the future of the diamond industry.
Assistant Store Manager at De Beers London in Paris – luxury jewellery retail management role supporting store operations and sales growth.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the Store Manager in leading sales efforts and developing strategies to increase revenue across product categories and clientele segments
- Assist in hiring, training, and coaching staff to achieve sales targets and deliver exceptional customer service aligned with brand standards
- Oversee inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and merchandise presentation that reflects sales trends
- Manage store operations, control costs, and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
- Prepare and analyse sales reports, provide insights, and deliver recommendations to improve operational efficiency
- Champion a personalised and sophisticated customer journey, resolving complex client matters with discretion and poise
- Maintain visual merchandising standards and store presentation, adapting displays to department store guidelines while preserving the maison's identity
- Act as a brand ambassador within the department store environment, nurturing relationships with leadership and personal shoppers to maximise commercial opportunity
- Monitor the local luxury landscape and competitor activity to inform strategic decision-making
Qualifications
- Fluency in French (local language) and spoken and written English; additional languages such as Mandarin, Arabic, or Russian are advantageous
- Strong knowledge of the luxury jewellery retail industry with proven experience in a luxury store environment
- Proactive leadership style with demonstrated ability to take initiative and drive meaningful impact
- Effective communication skills with capacity to set clear expectations and inspire confidence
- Strong business acumen, entrepreneurial spirit, and analytical capability; detail-oriented, results-driven, and energetic
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and POS systems with strong digital presentation skills
- Empathy for the De Beers brand, confidence in influencing, and strong selling ability
- Capacity to foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture
Skills
Experience
Entry-level to mid-level retail management experience is required, with a demonstrable record of delivering sales results in a luxury retail environment. Experience in luxury jewellery retail is advantageous but not essential. The ideal candidate will have proven capability in leading teams, managing store operations, and building client relationships in an upscale retail setting.
Education
No specific educational qualification is stated; however, a secondary education diploma is typically expected for this level of retail management position.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Benefits
Staff discount, Your Choice membership discounts, employee share schemes, flexible benefits package, and a great working environment.
Culture
De Beers’ workplace culture combines the technical expertise of the diamond industry with the craftsmanship and client focus of luxury jewellery, bringing together diverse disciplines across an international business. Its professional environment emphasises collaboration, safety and responsible sourcing, with a shared commitment to protecting the integrity of natural diamonds from origin to finished creation.
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