- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
About Swatch Group
Swatch Group stands as one of the world’s foremost watchmaking groups, uniting Swiss industrial excellence with a portfolio of distinguished maisons spanning accessible design, prestige horology, and high complication craft. As an employer, the Group offers a uniquely integrated environment, from research, manufacturing, and movement development to brand management, retail, and global operations. Rooted in Biel/Bienne and present worldwide, it values technical mastery, creative curiosity, and long-term commitment. Employees contribute to a culture where heritage, innovation, precision, and entrepreneurial energy converge, supporting iconic brands while shaping the future of Swiss watchmaking on an international stage.
The Sales Associate represents Swatch in its Deauville boutique, delivering a distinctive customer experience while contributing to sales and store objectives. Responsibilities span customer advice, sales and payment processing, independent opening and closing, product reception and merchandising, after-sales support, simple repairs and boutique upkeep. This is a fixed-term contract from 1 December to 27 December, at 35 hours.
Role & Responsibilities
- Share the Swatch universe by telling the story of its products, communicating its creativity and inspiring customer enthusiasm.
- Welcome and advise each customer with warmth, professionalism and elegance.
- Complete sales and process payments.
- Independently manage store and cash register opening and closing.
- Receive and inspect products, and implement merchandising.
- Support after-sales service and carry out simple repairs.
- Keep the boutique immaculate through tidying, cleaning and replenishing shelves.
Qualifications
- Commercial training and a successful first experience in sales.
- Strong interest in watchmaking, jewelry and/or the luxury sector.
- Product sensitivity and good knowledge of the sector.
- Excellent personal presentation, polished verbal communication and interpersonal ease.
- English proficiency at B2 level or above to interact confidently with international customers.
- Additional languages are an advantage.
Skills
Experience
A successful first experience in sales.
Education
Commercial training.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Deauville, Normandy, France, with easy access to Paris.
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Benefits
Meal vouchers with 60% employer contribution; company health insurance funded at 65% by the employer; 50% reimbursement of public transport subscriptions; supplemental SwissLife retirement plan after 6 months of service; works council benefits including products, activities and events.
Culture
Swatch Group offers a dynamic, multicultural workplace rooted in Swiss precision, creativity, and a deep passion for watchmaking. As an employer, it brings together craftsmanship, industrial expertise, and brand diversity, giving teams the opportunity to contribute to both iconic heritage maisons and forward-looking innovation.
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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