Longines Luxury Sales Associate
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Jul 28, 2026
About Longines
Founded in Saint-Imier in 1832, Longines is one of Switzerland’s most distinguished watchmaking houses, renowned for its timeless elegance, technical precision, and deep association with equestrian sport, aviation, and chronometry. As an employer within the Swatch Group, Longines offers professionals the opportunity to contribute to a heritage brand that balances tradition with contemporary international reach. The Maison values craftsmanship, reliability, service excellence, and a refined sense of detail across its watchmaking, retail, marketing, operations, and corporate functions. Employees join a culture shaped by Swiss discipline, understated luxury, and a commitment to preserving and advancing a celebrated legacy.
Longines seeks a Luxury Sales Associate at its World Trade Center boutique in New York City to deliver exceptional client experiences and expert watch sales.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver personalized client consultations and sales expertise across Longines' luxury watch collections
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with high-net-worth clients and international visitors
- Maintain boutique presentation standards and visual merchandising excellence
- Process transactions and manage client accounts with meticulous attention to detail
- Communicate product heritage, craftsmanship, and technical specifications with sophistication
Qualifications
- Demonstrated excellence in luxury retail sales or high-end customer service
- Profound knowledge of or demonstrated ability to master Swiss watchmaking heritage and technical specifications
- Fluency in multiple languages preferred, particularly French, Mandarin, or Spanish
- Professional appearance and refined interpersonal skills suited to a luxury clientele
- Ability to work flexibly including evenings and weekends in a bustling retail environment
Skills
Experience
The candidate should possess a minimum of 2–3 years of documented experience in luxury retail, high-end jewelry sales, or equivalent client-facing roles within premium brands. Prior exposure to watchmaking, horology, or Swiss heritage brands is advantageous but not mandatory.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required. Post-secondary education in business, hospitality, languages, or related fields is valued.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in New York, New York, USA.
Culture
Longines fosters a refined and collaborative workplace culture rooted in Swiss precision, timeless elegance, and a deep respect for watchmaking heritage. As an employer, the brand encourages craftsmanship, innovation, and excellence within an international environment where employees contribute to a legacy associated with performance, tradition, and understated sophistication.
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.
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