Assistant Store Manager; Luxury Retail

Position: Assistant Store Manager (Luxury Retail)
Company Description

For over 160 years, Frette has crafted exquisite linens, blending Italian artistry with timeless luxury. Master artisans in Monza and Milan transform the finest fibers into creations of unmatched quality and elegance. Renowned for its signature finish, Frette has graced iconic destinations-from St. Peter's Basilica to the Orient Express-while over 500 European royal families have slept beneath its sheets. Today, its legacy lives on in luxury hotels, private residences, yachts, and jets, remaining dedicated to outfitting the world's most exceptional spaces.

Job Description

Join Frette in Boston

Working at Frette is more than a job. It is an opportunity to shape the future of luxury client experiences while developing talent, cultivating relationships, and growing a thriving business.

We are seeking an Assistant Store Manager to join our boutique in Boston's prestigious Back Bay neighborhood, adjacent to the renowned Mandarin Oriental Boston.

As Assistant Store Manager, you will help lead a boutique that sits at the intersection of luxury retail, hospitality, and design while supporting team development, client relationships, and business performance.

This unique location serves local residents, luxury travelers, design professionals, and hospitality clientele seeking elevated home and lifestyle experiences, offering the opportunity to help shape and grow a luxury business within one of Boston's most distinguished destinations.

Why Join Frette?

Working at Frette is an opportunity to build expertise, relationships, and leadership experience within the luxury industry.

What You'll Gain

• Represent one of the world's most respected luxury lifestyle brands.
• Help develop and mentor future Client Advisors and luxury retail professionals.
• Expand your network among designers, architects, luxury real estate professionals, hospitality partners, and taste makers.
• Partner directly with boutique leadership to drive business performance and client engagement strategies.
• Build expertise in luxury retail leadership, clienteling, business development, and team development.
• Contribute to the growth of a globally recognized brand with over 160 years of heritage.

Compensation, Benefits & Leadership Development

At Frette, we recognize that exceptional leaders deserve meaningful rewards. We are committed to supporting our team members through competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and recognition programs that celebrate success.

Compensation & Incentives

• Competitive base salary
• Monthly commission opportunities
• Quarterly performance bonus opportunities
• Anniversary incentives and employee recognition programs
• Referral bonus program
• Full-time employment with consistent scheduling

Benefits & Wellbeing

Eligible employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support a wide range of personal and family needs, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Short-term disability insurance
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness programs and resources
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• Leave of absence programs with salary continuation
• 401(k) plan with company match

Benefits become available on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.

Leadership Development & Learning Opportunities

• Generous employee discount that allows team members to bring the Frette lifestyle into their own homes
• Opportunities to mentor, coach, and develop future Client Advisors and luxury retail professionals
• Training in luxury leadership, clienteling, business development, product expertise, and the Frette selling ceremony
• Opportunities to participate in boutique events, client experiences, and brand activations
• Exposure to luxury design, hospitality, real estate, and lifestyle industries
• Opportunities to cultivate relationships with designers, architects, luxury real estate professionals, hospitality partners, and taste makers within the luxury community
• Ongoing development through mentorship, coaching, and hands-on leadership experience within a global luxury brand with over 160 years of heritage
• Opportunities to strengthen expertise in luxury retail management, team development, client engagement, and business performance
• The opportunity to expand your professional network while helping shape the future of a globally recognized luxury brand

Who Thrives at Frette?

The most successful leaders at Frette are naturally curious, relationship-driven, and passionate about luxury living. They enjoy developing people, building meaningful client relationships, and creating environments where both teams and businesses can thrive.

They lead with authenticity, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. They see themselves not simply as managers, but as mentors, coaches, and brand ambassadors who inspire exceptional client experiences while helping others reach their full potential.

Qualifications

LEAD PEOPLE & DEVELOP TALENT

• Support the recruitment, onboarding,…