As part of the opening of the brand’s first corner at Galeries Lafayette Haussmann, we are looking for a Senior Style Advisor for a 12-month renewable assignment.
About the Company and the Role
This contemporary fashion brand, founded in 2015 , delivers year-round collections from knitwear to active pieces designed for the modern woman's lifestyle. As a female-focused brand, 85% of the team is women, emphasizing a commitment to creating for women, by women. The core beliefs are centered on the pursuit of quality and mutual care. The Senior Style Advisor (SSA) acts as a brand ambassador and keyholder, focusing on delivering exceptional customer experiences, mentoring peers, supporting the store team, and driving commercial success. In collaboration with the Service & Selling Manager, you will ensure the shop floor provides a unique and exceptional customer experience.
Responsibilities
Customer & Brand Experience
- Serve as a visible brand ambassador, fostering trust and a community-oriented atmosphere.
- Cultivate long-term customer relationships to encourage loyalty and repeat business.
- Exemplify service standards in all customer interactions.
- Offer styling advice and personalized service to exceed customer expectations.
- Support and participate in retail events, VIP appointments, and in-store experiences.
- Gather and relay customer feedback to enhance services and recognize successes via feedback systems.
- Foster positive customer feedback regarding personal and team service efforts.
- Enhance customer engagement through digital tools including CRM and omnichannel platforms.
- Lead by example on the shop floor, showcasing professional standards and confidence.
- Act as a role model, inspiring a positive and collaborative team environment.
- Mentor junior Style Advisors and new team members regarding customer engagement and product knowledge.
- Share customer insights and feedback with store leadership.
- Encourage a store culture of open communication and teamwork.
Commercial & Selling Leadership
- Drive sales and KPIs through personalized customer interactions and upselling techniques.
- Promote clienteling activities via CRM tools to enhance personalized service.
- Equip the team with styling expertise and product knowledge for strong sales performance.
- Identify opportunities to boost conversions, average transaction value, and customer retention.
- Stay updated on product launches and market trends, sharing insights with the team.
Operations & Store Standards
- Ensure operational policies and procedures are followed in alignment with brand guidelines.
- Maintain store presentation and organization to high standards.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety, and brand standards.
- Address and elevate operational risks as needed to store management.
- Undertake keyholder duties, including store opening and closing.
Scope of Role & Decision Ownership
- Consistently deliver an exceptional customer experience and build meaningful relationships.
- Fulfill commercial targets through personalized service and selling expertise.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives through insights on customer trends.
Leadership Accountability
- Foster a customer-first culture and inspire team confidence.
- Demonstrate strong selling and service excellence.
- Support the development of junior Style Advisors.
- Contribute to a positive and brand-aligned retail environment.
- Key Skills & Experience / The Ideal Candidate
- Cooperative team player with professionalism and enthusiasm.
- Passionate about delivering top-notch customer experiences and relationship building.
- Skilled in styling, product storytelling, and personalized services.
- Commercially driven to meet sales targets.
- Excellent communication and mentoring skills for team support.
- Knowledgeable in fashion, lifestyle, and market trends.
- Solution-oriented with confidence in using retail technology, including POS and CRM platforms.
- Flexible in adapting to business needs and thriving in fast-paced environments.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a supervisory role or service-led retail position in a premium or omnichannel context.
- Fluent in French and English.
- Previous experience in a department store setting.