Richemont Senior Sales Associate
- Location
- SydneyNew South WalesAustralia
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Sep 8, 2026
About Richemont
Richemont is one of the world’s foremost luxury groups, stewarding a distinguished portfolio of maisons across jewellery, watchmaking, fashion and accessories, including Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Montblanc. As an employer, it combines the heritage of artisanal excellence with a forward-looking culture shaped by innovation, client-centricity and responsible business. Its global teams operate in an environment that values craftsmanship, entrepreneurship and collaboration, offering opportunities to grow within iconic maisons and group functions alike. Richemont attracts professionals who aspire to contribute to enduring luxury, preserving rare savoir-faire while helping define the future of high craftsmanship.
IWC Schaffhausen Senior Sales Associate in Sydney, Australia. Lead luxury retail sales, mentor teams, and build VIP client relationships.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead by example in achieving and exceeding individual and team sales targets whilst upholding Maison directives and the highest service standards
- Take ownership of complex client situations and escalated issues, contributing to seamless boutique operations
- Cultivate and nurture an exclusive VIP client portfolio, driving repeat business and loyalty through advanced clienteling strategies
- Act as a leading Brand Ambassador for IWC Schaffhausen, sharing advanced product knowledge and sophisticated sales techniques to elevate team performance
- Actively contribute to the development and implementation of boutique sales strategies and client engagement initiatives
- Mentor and coach junior sales associates, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in luxury retail
- Proven track record of building and maintaining high-value client relationships
- Advanced communication, negotiation, and sales closing skills
- Demonstrated ability to train and coach junior sales associates
- Strategic mindset with proactive problem-solving abilities
- Resilient and inspiring attitude that motivates collective success
Skills
Experience
Extensive client management expertise with a minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in luxury retail, demonstrating a proven track record of building and maintaining high-value client relationships and achieving significant sales results. Proven ability to mentor, inspire, and lead colleagues in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Workplace
This position is based in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
Benefits
Advanced development opportunities in luxury watchmaking including specialized training and leadership programs; exclusive access to IWC Schaffhausen brand initiatives; opportunities to visit the manufacture and gain deeper insights into craftsmanship.
Culture
Richemont fosters a refined, international workplace where its Maisons preserve exceptional craftsmanship while benefiting from the strength and perspective of a global luxury group. As an employer, it values long-term stewardship, collaboration, innovation, and the development of talent within an environment shaped by heritage, creativity, and high standards.
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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