- Location
- 3401 Dufferin St. (View map)Toronto, ONCanada
- Employment
- Seasonal
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $18–20/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
About Holt Renfrew
Founded in Quebec City in 1837, Holt Renfrew is one of Canada’s leading luxury retailers, bringing together distinguished international fashion, accessories and beauty brands. Its heritage combines an enduring appreciation of craftsmanship with a contemporary approach to retail and personalised service. As an employer, Holt Renfrew offers career paths across client-facing roles, personal shopping, merchandising, digital commerce and corporate functions. Its retail environment calls for product expertise, commercial awareness and the ability to cultivate lasting client relationships. For professionals drawn to luxury, it provides a setting where Canadian retail heritage meets the evolving expectations of a discerning, internationally minded clientele.
Holt Renfrew is hiring Seasonal Sales Associates in Toronto for the Holiday 2026 selling season, from as early as October 2026 through January 2027. Associates create exceptional client experiences, build relationships, meet sales and service goals, and support merchandising and selling-floor activities; the role offers $18–$20 CAD per hour based on experience, commission on personal sales, and an employee discount.
Role & Responsibilities
- Create extraordinary experiences for every client.
- Build and grow lasting client relationships.
- Achieve and exceed personal sales and service goals.
- Share product and style expertise with clients.
- Stay current through product and brand education.
- Connect with clients about products, events, and personalized recommendations.
- Support merchandising, product presentation, and selling-floor activities.
- Resolve client needs with care and professionalism.
Qualifications
- A proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales goals.
- Strong client relationship-building and communication skills.
- A collaborative approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- An interest in fashion, style, and building a personal brand.
- Flexibility to work up to 39 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Availability for the seasonal selling period from as early as October 2026 through January 2027.
Skills
Workplace
This position is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from CAD 18 to CAD 20 per hour.
Benefits
Commission on personal sales, an employee discount, a comprehensive benefits package, pension matching, and incentives.
Culture
Holt Renfrew’s workplace culture blends its Canadian luxury retail heritage with a strong focus on personalized service, fashion expertise and lasting client relationships. Across its stores and corporate teams, collaboration, attention to detail and a shared passion for exceptional brands shape a client-focused working environment.
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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