- Location
- Rimini Emilia-Romagna Italy
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
About Marina Rinaldi
Founded in 1980 in Reggio Emilia, Marina Rinaldi is part of Max Mara Fashion Group and a pioneer in premium fashion for women with fuller figures. Rooted in Italian tailoring traditions, the brand combines refined design, carefully selected fabrics and expertise in fit to champion an inclusive vision of elegance. As an employer, Marina Rinaldi brings together creative, technical, commercial and retail expertise, with opportunities to contribute across the fashion value chain. Its distinctive positioning places craftsmanship, attention to proportion and personalised client service at the heart of professional practice, within the broader context of an established international fashion group.
Marina Rinaldi, part of the prestigious Max Mara Fashion Group, seeks an enthusiastic Sales Assistant for its Rimini store. The ideal candidate will deliver exceptional customer service through empathetic engagement with clients from diverse backgrounds, drive sales performance, and maintain an in-depth knowledge of contemporary women's luxury ready-to-wear. This fixed-term, part-time role offers structured product and sales training alongside opportunities for growth within a global fashion conglomerate recognized as the pioneer of modern Italian haute couture.
Role & Responsibilities
- Engage customers with empathy and refined styling expertise, translating product knowledge into compelling sales conversations
- Achieve individual and store sales targets through consultative selling and proactive client management
- Execute visual merchandising standards and seasonal displays to enhance the retail environment
- Contribute to inventory management, stock organization, and accurate point-of-sale transactions
- Participate in team-based retail projects and collaborative initiatives to strengthen store performance
- Maintain awareness of digital retail trends and integrate omnichannel best practices into daily operations
Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of verifiable retail or customer-facing experience in the apparel sector
- Advanced proficiency in English
- Demonstrated passion for styling, fashion trends, and luxury products
- Strong results-oriented mindset with commitment to exceeding sales objectives
- Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holiday periods as required
Skills
Experience
Minimum 1 year of professional experience in retail apparel sales or direct customer service roles.
Education
Secondary education required; vocational training in fashion, merchandising, or hospitality is advantageous.
Workplace
This position is based in Rimini, Emilia-Romagna, Italy.
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Benefits
Seasonal employee discount, meal vouchers (buoni pasto), professional development and mentoring support, 13th and 14th month bonuses, performance-based annual bonuses.
Culture
Marina Rinaldi’s workplace culture is shaped by Italian craftsmanship and a commitment to elegant fashion for women with fuller figures, giving its teams a distinctive focus on fit, quality and inclusive representation. As part of the Max Mara Fashion Group, the brand brings together creative and technical expertise to translate this vision into thoughtfully designed collections and attentive client service.
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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