Kate Spade Sales Associate
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- £28,275–30,000/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 26, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade is a vibrant American luxury lifestyle brand known for its spirited New York sensibility, joyful color, and polished modern femininity. Founded in 1993, the house has grown from an iconic handbag label into a global name spanning accessories, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, home, and lifestyle. As an employer, Kate Spade offers a creative and collaborative environment where individuality, optimism, and thoughtful design are central to the culture. Part of Tapestry, Inc., the brand provides opportunities across retail, merchandising, design, digital, marketing, and corporate functions, inviting talent to contribute to a distinctive vision that celebrates wit, elegance, and everyday sophistication.
Kate Spade New York, Bicester – Full-time Sales Associate role offering styling expertise, competitive salary, and retail career development.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently, demonstrating strong product knowledge across handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, and home décor
- Actively listen and ask insightful follow-up questions to understand individual customer aesthetic and lifestyle needs
- Provide bespoke styling advice and suggest product combinations to create complete looks and encourage customers to explore new styles
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure seamless checkout experiences using POS systems
- Maintain stockroom organization and operational excellence throughout the retail environment
- Drive sales results through strong customer connections, storytelling, and demonstration of deep brand knowledge
- Give and receive feedback in an honest, constructive manner and contribute to team collaboration
- Demonstrate willingness to learn omni-channel and virtual selling techniques and leverage social media awareness
Qualifications
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Prior experience in a retail environment
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work collaboratively in a team setting
- English proficiency
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, busy seasons, and high-traffic retail days including public holidays
Skills
Experience
Prior experience working in a retail environment; professional selling experience is preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Bicester, England, UK, within easy reach of London.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from GBP 28,275 to GBP 30,000 per annum.
Benefits
Attractive employee discount, compelling incentive programme, 1 paid volunteering day per year with opportunities to volunteer on global projects, learning and development opportunities through Ambassador Programme, regular social events, internal mobility and career progression opportunities, inclusive and innovative working environment, equity, inclusion, and diversity initiatives including employee resource groups and regional inclusion councils.
Culture
Kate Spade fosters a workplace culture rooted in optimism, creativity, and a distinctive sense of playful sophistication. As an employer, it encourages collaboration, individuality, and an entrepreneurial spirit, empowering teams to bring joyful, customer-focused storytelling to every aspect of the brand experience.
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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