- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
About Max Mara Fashion Group
Founded in 1951 by Achille Maramotti in Reggio Emilia, Italy, Max Mara Fashion Group is a family-owned fashion group distinguished by its tailoring expertise, industrial innovation and enduring vision of modern womenswear. Its portfolio includes Max Mara, Sportmax, Weekend Max Mara and Marella, each with a distinct identity. As an employer, the Group brings together creative, technical and commercial expertise across design, product development, manufacturing, retail and corporate functions. Its international presence offers a professional environment where Italian heritage meets diverse markets, appealing to talent drawn to quality, precision and the evolution of a long-established fashion business.
Pennyblack is seeking a Sales Assistant for its new store in Turin on an initial six-month fixed-term, part-time contract under the Federdistribuzione National Collective Labour Agreement, Level 4, with 14 monthly payments. The role supports sales, customer engagement and retail projects, with in-store and online learning and opportunities for growth within Max Mara Fashion Group.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the sales team at the new Pennyblack store in Turin.
- Engage customers in an empathetic and engaging manner, including customers of different nationalities.
- Contribute to the management of retail projects.
Qualifications
- Preferably, knowledge of English.
- Previous experience in retail or in a customer-facing role.
- Proactivity, energy, and willingness to work in a collaborative team passionate about fashion.
- Passion for styling and attention to detail.
- Results-oriented mindset.
- Affinity for the digital world.
- Empathy and ability to engage customers.
Skills
Experience
Previous experience in retail or in a customer-facing role.
Workplace
The role is situated in Turin, Piedmont, Italy.
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Benefits
Seasonal uniform; meal vouchers for shifts of at least 6 hours; company welfare benefits; in-store and online learning to develop sales and product skills; potential for growth within Max Mara Fashion Group; a dynamic environment with opportunities to collaborate on retail projects.
Culture
Max Mara Fashion Group’s workplace culture is shaped by its Italian tailoring heritage, family-owned identity and enduring commitment to quality. Across its portfolio of brands, its professional environment brings together creative and technical expertise, balancing meticulous attention to detail with the demands of an international fashion business.
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