Kate Spade Client Advisor (Seasonal)
- Employment
- Temporary
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Posted
- Apr 1, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade is a globally recognized lifestyle brand celebrated for its playful, modern approach to accessories, handbags and ready-to-wear. As part of Tapestry, Inc., the brand operates an international portfolio of boutiques and wholesale partnerships and places strong emphasis on design, merchandising and elevated customer experience.
Kate Spade seeks a Temporary Sales Associate in New York, NY — seasonal retail role delivering exceptional client service and visual merchandising.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver attentive, high-touch client service that reflects Kate Spade’s brand tone and drives repeat business.
- Achieve individual and store sales targets through proactive selling, clienteling and conversion of foot traffic.
- Process transactions, returns and exchanges accurately using the store point-of-sale system and perform cash handling with integrity.
- Maintain visual merchandising standards on the sales floor and windows, implementing direction from the visual team.
- Receive, unpack and replenish inventory; support stockroom organization and assist with cycle counts and stock audits.
- Support store opening and closing procedures, including loss-prevention measures and daily sales reporting.
- Communicate product knowledge and styling advice to clients and follow up on client requests and special orders.
Qualifications
- Right to work in the hiring country and availability for flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Professional presentation and a customer-focused demeanor consistent with a luxury retail environment.
- Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build rapport quickly with diverse clientele.
- Reliable, punctual and able to work in a fast-paced, sales-driven setting.
- Prior retail experience—preferably in fashion, accessories or premium/luxury brands—is strongly preferred.
Skills
Experience
Previous retail experience is preferred; 0–2 years in sales or customer-facing roles, ideally within fashion or premium brands. Seasonal or temporary retail experience is an advantage.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; vocational or retail/fashion-related training is a plus.
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA.
Culture
The Kate Spade workplace blends creativity with a commercial focus, encouraging a playful yet professional approach to customer interactions and merchandising. Teams operate in fast-paced retail settings where collaboration, attention to detail and strong storytelling about product are highly valued.
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