Van Cleef & Arpels Sales Associate
- Location
- Beverly HillsCaliforniaUSA
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- May 4, 2026
About Van Cleef & Arpels
Van Cleef & Arpels is a maison of haute joaillerie renowned for exceptional craftsmanship, poetic design and discreet luxury. As part of the Richemont group, the brand combines a rich heritage with global retail presence and an emphasis on bespoke client service and artisanal savoir-faire.
Van Cleef & Arpels — Sales Associate in Beverly Hills. Join the haute joaillerie maison to deliver bespoke client service and luxury retail expertise.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver exemplary, highly personalized service to private and walk-in clients, building long-term relationships and trust.
- Actively identify client needs, advise on collections and coordinate private appointments and bespoke enquires.
- Drive sales performance to meet and exceed boutique targets through consultative selling, upselling and closing.
- Maintain expert product knowledge across high jewellery, watch and accessory collections and communicate provenance and craftsmanship to clients.
- Manage clienteling activities and maintain accurate client records while ensuring strict confidentiality.
- Execute point-of-sale transactions, returns and after-sales processes with attention to compliance and boutique standards.
- Uphold brand visual merchandising, presentation and boutique housekeeping standards; assist with stock control and security procedures.
- Represent the maison at in-boutique events and liaise with internal teams (client services, visual merchandising, management) to support VIP experiences.
Qualifications
- Proven ability to deliver discreet, high-end client service and build long-term client relationships.
- Strong commercial orientation with a track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets in a luxury retail environment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, polished presentation and professional deportment appropriate to haute joaillerie.
- High level of trustworthiness and ability to handle valuable merchandise and confidential client information.
- Flexible availability including weekends and evenings, and willingness to participate in private appointments and events.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 2 years' experience in luxury retail, fine jewellery, or high-end watch sales with demonstrable achievement against sales targets and experience hosting private client appointments.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree in business, luxury retail, hospitality or related field preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Beverly Hills, California, USA, with easy access to Los Angeles.
Culture
The maison places craftsmanship, discretion and client intimacy at the centre of its workplace culture. Employees collaborate across small, highly skilled teams where attention to detail, refined service and respect for heritage drive daily practice.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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