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Boutique Director – Luxury Jewellery & Collectibles
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About the Company
Experts in Luxury has been exclusively appointed to identify a Boutique Director for a distinctive, internationally recognised, family-owned luxury house. This is a rare succession appointment following the retirement of a highly regarded, long-serving incumbent. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the house’s London boutique, becoming a trusted custodian of its clients, culture and highly individual creative identity. The house creates exceptional jewellery, sculpture and collectible objects distinguished by craftsmanship, storytelling and a deep connection to the natural world. Its clientele includes discerning international collectors, entrepreneurs, family offices and ultra-high-net-worth individuals.
About the Role
The appointment requires more than conventional retail management. We are seeking an established luxury professional who can combine commercial leadership with warmth, discretion, cultural sensitivity and genuine intellectual curiosity.
Responsibilities
- Lead the commercial and operational performance of the London boutique.
- Develop trusted, long-term relationships with existing and prospective private clients.
- Deliver an exceptional, highly personalised client experience across boutique appointments, private consultations, events and commissioned pieces.
- Represent the history, craftsmanship, values and creative language of the house with authenticity.
- Lead, motivate and develop the boutique team.
- Maintain the highest standards of presentation, service, clienteling and operational discipline.
- Manage sales performance, client development, reporting, stock and day-to-day boutique operations.
- Work closely and directly with the owning family and senior leadership.
- Cultivate relationships across the worlds of luxury, art, design, travel, conservation and private wealth.
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The successful candidate is likely to offer:
Required Skills
- Leadership experience within fine jewellery, watches, collectible design, art, antiques, luxury interiors or another highly personalised private-client environment.
- A demonstrable record of developing and retaining relationships with high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients.
- Natural polish, presence and discretion, without formality or pretension.
- The ability to sell through knowledge, storytelling, trust and emotional connection.
- Strong commercial judgement alongside excellent operational standards.
- Genuine interest in craftsmanship, jewellery, sculpture, art, design, wildlife, conservation or the natural world.
- The adaptability and low-ego approach required to succeed within an entrepreneurial, family-owned house.
- A relationship-led career history demonstrating commitment, depth and professional integrity.
- The credibility to become a long-term ambassador and custodian of the house.
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Preferred Skills
This opportunity may suit an accomplished Boutique Manager, Boutique Director, Flagship Manager, Private Client Director, Gallery Director or senior luxury sales leader seeking a more personal and culturally distinctive environment.
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Applications
This is a confidential search managed by Experts in Luxury. Please apply with a current CV and a concise note explaining your connection to the house’s aesthetic world, the private clients you have served and why a family-owned luxury environment appeals to you. All direct and third-party applications will be treated in strict confidence.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Experts in Luxury is committed to diversity and inclusivity.
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