Yves Saint Laurent Client Advisor & Store Administrator
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Aug 26, 2026
About Yves Saint Laurent
Yves Saint Laurent stands as one of fashion’s most influential maisons, renowned for redefining modern elegance through audacity, precision, and cultural intelligence. As an employer, the House offers a dynamic environment where heritage and innovation meet, inviting talent to contribute to a legacy shaped by creativity, craftsmanship, and a distinctly Parisian spirit. Employees are encouraged to pursue excellence across design, retail, merchandising, communications, and corporate functions, within a culture that values individuality, rigor, and forward-looking vision. Joining Yves Saint Laurent means participating in the continued evolution of an iconic brand whose influence extends far beyond fashion.
Saint Laurent Client Advisor & Store Administrator at Selfridges, London. Hybrid retail and administrative role combining client advisory with back-office operations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Provide outstanding client and after-sales service to all visitors, with particular attention to client reconnection and anticipating future requests
- Cultivate and maintain a robust client portfolio to secure proactive and growing business
- Drive individual sales and KPI performance targets with a business-minded and entrepreneurial approach
- Demonstrate fashion expertise by creating personalized and timeless looks aligned with Saint Laurent's aesthetic
- Oversee the full sales cycle including pre- and post-sale procedures, shipments, and inter-store transfers
- Manage product repairs, aftercare processes, and comprehensive after-sales ticketing
- Support end-of-day reconciliations and maintain accurate administrative records
- Assist the Store Director with ad-hoc administrative projects and operational initiatives
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and store leadership
- Proactively support front and back-of-house teams to foster overall team performance and cohesion
- Adhere to all company policies and operational procedures
Qualifications
- Minimum 4–6 years of successful experience in retail and/or back-office environments
- High attention to detail with excellent priority management and organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, both with clients and colleagues
- Comfortable and confident using standard applications and tools; quick learner with new technologies
- Personal passion for fashion culture and demonstrated ability to create personalized styling solutions
- Natural business mindset with an entrepreneurial spirit and problem-solving orientation
- Highly proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel
Skills
Experience
4–6 years of successful experience in retail and/or back-office environments, ideally in luxury retail or high-end fashion settings.
Education
No specific formal educational qualification stipulated.
Workplace
This position is based in London, England, UK.
Culture
Yves Saint Laurent fosters a bold, creative, and fast-paced workplace where teams are encouraged to challenge convention while upholding the Maison’s legacy of elegance and modernity. As an employer, it values artistic vision, collaboration, and excellence, offering an environment where talent can contribute to a globally influential luxury brand with a distinctive Parisian spirit.
About Cerulean
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