Kate Spade Sales Associate
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- £26,325–28,000/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Aug 21, 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 Sales Associate in Edinburgh, UK. Part-time retail role with competitive salary £26,325–£28,000 and employee benefits including discount, development, and volunteering days.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently while demonstrating comprehensive product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
- Actively listen and pose insightful follow-up questions to understand customer needs and personal style preferences
- Provide expert styling advice, suggest complementary products, and create complete looks tailored to individual aesthetics
- Showcase creative applications of products and encourage customers to explore new styles and brand offerings
- Guide customers through purchase decisions and ensure a seamless checkout experience via POS systems
- Reinforce and celebrate customer choices while inviting repeat visits and building long-term brand loyalty
- Drive sales results through strong customer connections, storytelling, and deep knowledge of product attributes
- Maintain operational excellence including stockroom organization, inventory management, and merchandising standards
- Demonstrate awareness of social media trends and willingness to learn omnichannel and virtual selling techniques
- Give and receive feedback in a constructive, professional manner and collaborate effectively with team members
Qualifications
- Prior experience in a retail sales environment
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Strong product knowledge and passion for fashion, accessories, and lifestyle brands
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work collaboratively within a team setting
- Social media awareness and openness to learning omnichannel and virtual selling techniques
- Fluent English language proficiency
Skills
Experience
Prior experience working in a retail environment with demonstrated professional selling ability and customer engagement skills.
Workplace
The role is situated in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from GBP 26,325 to GBP 28,000 per annum.
Benefits
Attractive employee discount, compelling incentive programme, 1 paid volunteering day per year with global project opportunities, learning and development opportunities through the Ambassador Programme, internal mobility and career progression, regular social events, equity inclusion and diversity initiatives including employee resource groups and regional inclusion councils, inclusive and innovative working environment.
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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