- Employment
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- $20–22/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
About Watches of Switzerland
Founded in 1924, Watches of Switzerland is a distinguished luxury watch retailer, connecting clients with some of the world’s most prestigious watchmaking houses. Through its showrooms in the United Kingdom and the United States, the brand combines specialist horological knowledge with attentive, personalised service. As an employer, it offers a professional setting where commercial acumen, product expertise and enduring client relationships are central to success. Careers span showroom sales, client service and corporate functions, bringing together individuals who appreciate craftsmanship and the art of luxury retail. Its heritage and international presence provide a distinctive context for careers in fine watchmaking retail.
The Sales Professional at Watches of Switzerland builds client relationships, anticipates client needs, and delivers memorable service through expertise in timepieces and/or jewelry, storytelling, and hospitality. This is a permanent, full-time role requiring flexibility for showroom hours, including evenings and weekends; compensation is $20–$22 per hour, plus commission opportunity.
Role & Responsibilities
- Make clients’ needs the primary focus and build client relationships by listening, anticipating needs, and taking personal responsibility for requests.
- Maintain in-depth knowledge of merchandise and stay current as new products are introduced.
- Create a positive impression and deliver memorable client service through a passion for timepieces and/or jewelry, storytelling, and hospitality.
- Maintain schedule flexibility and availability for showroom hours, including evenings and weekends.
Qualifications
- At least 2 years of retail service experience, preferably in a luxury retail environment.
- Excellent storytelling ability.
- Passion for timepieces and/or jewelry.
- Excellent client service and selling skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Computer literacy, including MS Office.
Skills
Experience
At least 2 years of retail service experience, preferably in a luxury retail environment.
Workplace
This position is based in Edina, Minnesota, USA, within easy reach of Minneapolis.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 20 to USD 22 per hour.
Benefits
Medical, dental, life and disability benefits; comprehensive ongoing training; career growth potential; generous staff purchase discounts; commission opportunity.
Culture
Watches of Switzerland’s workplace culture centres on horological expertise, attentive client service and the exacting standards of luxury watch retail. Its showroom environment combines commercial ambition with long-term relationship-building, placing product knowledge, teamwork and personalised service at the heart of the employee experience.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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