Temporary Part-Time Client Advisor, South Coast Plaza Costa Mesa, CA

ABOUT KHAITE

KHAITE is a way of looking at the world. Shaped by formative encounters, cultural touchstones, and secret desires, this point of view comes to life through womenswear and accessories that find confidence in contrast. Each piece proposes a fresh balance of opposing elements—masculine and feminine, strength and softness, structure and fluidity—while embodying a signature sensuality and ease.

Founded in 2016 by creative director Catherine Holstein and based in New York, KHAITE evolves with each season, building upon a foundation of robust yet polished items distinguished by exceptional materials, exquisite craftsmanship, and subtle yet striking details.

We are looking for a Temporary Part-Time Client Advisor (Maternity Leave Coverage) to join our South Coast Plaza store team.

As a Client Advisor, you will be an ambassador of the brand, ensuring that every client is treated according to the KHAITE standards. You will strive to discover your clients and their every need, and to guide them across all categories of the brand. You will proactively reach out to your clients on a consistent basis in order to achieve individual and team goals.

• Achieve individual and team objectives, be accountable for sales results and support the team in their sales
• Welcome every client and enhance their experience, advise Clients across the brand and all product categories
• Demonstrate strong commercial mindset and advanced clienteling skills, leveraging the different tools available to develop existing and recruit new clients and build long‑term Client relationships
• Develop the highest standards of brand and product knowledge
• Perform as a team‑player, participate in all activities contributing to the overall objectives of the store
• Respect KHAITE brand standards in terms of grooming and behavior
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the company’s policies
• Depending on specific store needs, additional responsibilities could include: working with stock and store operations, visual merchandising, after‑sales

• Action oriented; drive for results
• Strong client service orientation and customer focus
• Problem‑solver
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Previous experience in a retail setting, with a focus on sales, preferably in a luxury setting.
• Computer literate; learn and utilize various software packages.
• Passion for luxury product with an appreciation for design.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs which includes, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Foreign Languages a plus

Please note:

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. Employees may be asked by management to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time.

• Creativity – We are always imagining, never imitating.
• Integrity – We do the right thing.
• Kindness – We value people and their ideas, so we act and speak with compassion.
• Agility – We move with intention, flexibility, and speed to stay ahead.
• Tenacity – We are insatiable. Our drive is relentless.

The hourly range is $23.00–25.00/hr + commission
. The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon the candidates' relevant skills and experience.

KHAITE is an equal opportunity employer. We want to offer an inclusive environment of mutual respect where we welcome diversity and all our employees feel included, developed, and heard. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law.

KHAITE recruits and recognizes all types of talent and singularities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel,…