Kate Spade Style Advisor
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- £26,325–28,000/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Aug 1, 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.
Sales Associate at Kate Spade New York, Ashford outlet store. £26,325–£28,000 annually. Part-time retail styling role.
Role & Responsibilities
- Greet guests warmly and confidently while demonstrating comprehensive product knowledge across all Kate Spade categories
- Actively listen to customer needs and ask insightful follow-up questions to provide tailored styling advice and complete looks
- Suggest complementary products and encourage customers to explore new styles while reinforcing their purchasing decisions
- Guide customers through the purchase journey and ensure seamless checkout experiences via POS systems
- Maintain operational excellence including stockroom organization, inventory management, and merchandising standards
- Provide and receive feedback constructively; share insights to support team performance and brand representation
- Demonstrate versatility in omni-channel and virtual selling techniques when required
- Work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, public holidays, and high-traffic retail periods to meet business needs
Qualifications
- Professional selling skills with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
- Prior experience in a retail environment
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work collaboratively within a team
- Social media awareness and willingness to learn omni-channel and virtual selling techniques
- Fluent English proficiency
- Ability to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, and peak trading periods
Skills
Experience
Prior retail experience demonstrating professional selling skills and customer-facing acumen.
Education
Not specified; secondary education or equivalent expected.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Ashford, England, UK, with easy access to London.
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, one paid volunteering day per year with opportunities to engage in global projects, learning and development opportunities through the Ambassador Programme, internal mobility and career progression pathways, regular social events, 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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