- Location
- Paris Île-de-France France
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 6, 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.
The Sales Advisor represents Saint Laurent at its Avenue Montaigne boutique, delivering personalised client service, styling advice and clienteling while managing sales performance indicators. The role is a fixed-term contract (CDD).
Role & Responsibilities
- Represent Saint Laurent and introduce clients to the House’s universe and values.
- Welcome clients and deliver a distinctive, enjoyable, high-quality, personalised experience in line with House image and standards.
- Listen to clients, present products and the House’s artistic direction, and create tailored Saint Laurent looks suited to their expectations.
- Provide expert advice on body shape, cuts and materials.
- Develop and manage a personal client portfolio, strengthen client engagement using the tools provided, and build client loyalty to Saint Laurent.
- Track key sales indicators for the boutique and personal portfolio, with particular attention to revenue.
- Implement corrective measures where needed and propose actions to improve boutique performance indicators.
Qualifications
- Good knowledge of womenswear or menswear ready-to-wear.
- Solid experience managing local and international clientele.
- Client-first approach to decision-making.
- Fluent English; another language is an advantage.
- Interest in business performance and tracking sales indicators.
- Strong interpersonal and listening skills, openness to feedback, and team spirit.
- Curiosity.
- Product sensitivity and fashion knowledge.
Skills
Experience
At least 2 years of experience; solid experience managing local and international clientele.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
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
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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