Van Cleef & Arpels Sales Associate

Location
Seniority Junior
Department Retail & Boutique Operations
Industry High Jewelry
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Van Cleef & Arpels seeks a Sales Associate in Hong Kong to deliver exceptional client service and drive high‑jewelry sales.

Overview

Van Cleef & Arpels is an internationally recognised maison of high jewelry and luxury objects, celebrated for artisanal craftsmanship, poetic design and discreet luxury. The brand operates globally as part of the Richemont group and is known for its client-focused boutiques, atelier expertise and emphasis on long-term client relationships.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Deliver personalized, high‑touch client service in the boutique to cultivate lasting client relationships and loyalty.
  • Advise clients on high‑jewelry, timepieces and luxury accessories with authoritative product knowledge and styling guidance.
  • Proactively develop and manage a portfolio of clients through clienteling activities, follow-ups and appointment management.
  • Drive sales performance to meet or exceed individual and boutique KPIs, including upselling and cross-selling strategies.
  • Execute boutique standards for visual merchandising, window presentation and stock rotation to reflect brand identity.
  • Process transactions accurately using POS systems and ensure correct handling of payments, receipts and paperwork.
  • Support stock management, inventory reconciliation, receiving and secure storage of high‑value items.
  • Coordinate with after‑sales and atelier teams to manage repairs, custom requests and client service issues.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in luxury retail or high‑end jewelry sales with a demonstrable record of meeting sales targets.
  • Polished interpersonal presence, exceptional communication skills and a client‑centric attitude.
  • Strong attention to detail, high standards of personal presentation and discretion handling confidential client information.
  • Ability to work retail hours including evenings, weekends and public holidays; flexibility for private appointments.
  • Right to work in Hong Kong and willingness to participate in brand training and product certification programmes.
  • Multilingual ability is an advantage; adaptability to a multicultural client base is essential.

Skills

Clienteling and relationship management High‑jewelry product knowledge and advisory selling Visual merchandising and boutique presentation Transaction handling and cash management (POS) Inventory control and secure handling of high‑value items Sales forecasting and KPI attainment Collaborative teamwork and cross‑functional coordination Professional grooming and client communication

Experience

Typically 2+ years in luxury retail or high‑end jewelry sales; proven success in meeting individual sales targets and building client portfolios is highly valued.

Education

High school diploma required; tertiary education in retail, hospitality, luxury management or related field desirable.

Workplace

The role is situated in Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China. There are currently 234 open positions in Hong Kong on Cerulean, with 3 added recently. Within Hong Kong, Cerulean currently features 236 open roles, including 3 recent additions. Across China, Cerulean lists 1.823 open roles — 21 of them newly added.

Culture

Van Cleef & Arpels fosters a culture of refined craftsmanship, discretion and long‑term client relationships. The boutique environment emphasises impeccable service, ongoing product education and teamwork, operating within the wider Richemont group framework of luxury retail excellence.

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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