Luxury Design Associate

Job Description

Kavaliro is seeking a Luxury Design Associate who will be a client-focused design professional combining strong aesthetic sensibility with consultative sales expertise. This role is responsible for guiding clients through the furniture selection and design process while delivering a premium, personalized experience that reflects the brand's craftsmanship, quality, and attention to detail. The associate serves as both a trusted design advisor and a sales partner, helping clients translate their vision into beautifully executed interiors.

Key Responsibilities
Engage with clients in a showroom or studio setting to understand their design goals, lifestyle needs, and budget

Provide expert guidance on furniture collections, materials, finishes, and customization options

Develop furniture layouts, concepts, or design recommendations that align with client expectations and brand standards

Build and maintain strong client relationships through attentive service, follow-up, and ongoing communication

Drive sales by presenting solutions thoughtfully, handling objections, and closing transactions with confidence

Prepare quotes, proposals, and orders while ensuring accuracy and attention to detail

Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, or logistics partners to support order fulfillment and delivery timelines

Maintain showroom presentation, visual merchandising, and product knowledge at a luxury standard

Stay informed on design trends, materials, and industry best practices
Qualifications Background or education in interior design, furniture design, architecture, or a related field

Experience in luxury retail, showroom sales, or client-facing design roles

Strong eye for aesthetics, materials, and spatial planning

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills

Proven ability to build rapport with discerning, high-expectation clients

Sales-driven mindset with a consultative, service-oriented approach

High level of professionalism, organization, and attention to detail

Proficiency with design tools, CRM systems, or order management software is a plus
What Success Looks Like Clients feel confident, inspired, and well-guided throughout the design and purchasing process

Consistent achievement of sales goals while maintaining a luxury client experience

Thoughtful design recommendations that reflect both client needs and brand identity

Long-term client relationships and repeat business built on trust and expertise

Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.

Job Requirements

On-Site

By using best practices and optimal employee recruiting strategies, Kavaliro provides employers with employment solutions by providing the most qualified and professional employees, who can staff both project and permanent positions in order to ensure the ongoing success of all types of businesses. We use a streamlined-yet-thorough approach to staffing that saves our clients administrative time, resources and money.