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Flagship Retail Associate - 555 North Michigan Avenue

Aritzia · Chicago, IL · $20.00–$30.00 an hour · Part time

Posted Sep 21, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you went out of your way to create a great experience for a customer.

What they are checking: Whether they create memorable moments, which the posting puts at the center of the role.

What does Everyday Luxury mean to you in a store?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the brand experience and the standards it requires.

How do you feel about working toward sales goals?

What they are checking: Whether they are motivated by selling while keeping service sincere.

Tell me about a time you got feedback from a manager and used it.

What they are checking: Whether they are coachable, which matters given the posting's focus on training and growth.

Where do you see yourself growing at a company like Aritzia?

What they are checking: Whether they are interested in the development paths the role offers.

What would you do

Our flagship on Michigan Avenue sees a lot of tourists and first-time visitors. How would you approach them?

What they are checking: Whether they adapt service to clients who may not know the brand and may never return.

How would you handle a very busy weekend when every fitting room is full and there's a line at the counter?

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm and support teammates during the high volume a flagship sees.

A client returns an item and seems frustrated with the quality. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they listen, resolve the issue and try to keep the client's trust.

How do you keep the sales floor looking curated during your shift?

What they are checking: Whether they take ownership of presentation, which the Boutique Associate role covers.

About the work

A client asks what to wear to a work event. How do you help her put together a look?

What they are checking: Whether they have styling expertise and ask good questions about the client's needs.

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The full job description

As published by Aritzia.

THE TEAM The mission of the Retail team is to deliver world-class client experiences. THE OPPORTUNITY Your future starts now. Join our high-performance Retail team as we deliver Everyday Luxury to the world. We’re proud to offer industry leading wages starting at $20-$30/hr with unlimited growth potential. You’ll experience a world-class Retail education. We offer a comprehensive onboarding program and ongoing opportunities for continued development through exposure and experience. As a Retail Associate within our boutiques, you will be part of the team responsible for the successful delivery of extraordinary client experiences and support to maximize on sales opportunities. And, with the skills you gain in this role, the opportunities are endless – from a rewarding career in Retail to continued growth and development with Aritzia. THE ROLES As a Boutique Associate, you will: • Support the Service Counter team to enable efficient and elevated experiences • Support the Atelier team to enable Everyday Luxury experiences • Curate our merchandise assortment and support a seamless retail environment As a Style Advisor, you will: • Sell clothes and earn client confidence through unparalleled styling expertise • Deliver world-class experiences by creating meaningful, memorable moments • Build deep and personalized connections with our clients, enhancing their loyalty and affinity to Aritzia As a Service Advisor, you will: • Welcome clients • Match clients with their product and direct to the right Service Counter • Prepare the product to be processed • Efficiently and accurately process transactions • Package product for an Everyday Luxury opening experience • Support operations at the Service Counter As an Inventory Associate, you will: • Efficiently and accurately process incoming and outgoing shipments to and from the DC, boutique to boutique, and our clients • Strategically place product in the backroom • Uphold the standards of product display • Enable seamlessly integrated cross-channel shopping experiences • Support in the seamless operations of all aspects of the retail space across Clients, Product, Space, Risk and Operations As a Merchandiser, you will: • Ensure the efficient and accurate processing of incoming and outgoing shipments to and from the DC, boutique to boutique, and our clients • Strategically place product on the sales floor • Translate the product story in our boutiques • Validate the standards of product display • Enable seamlessly integrated cross-channel shopping experiences • Support in the seamless operations of all aspects of the boutique space across Clients, Product, Space, Risk, and Operations THE QUALIFICATIONS Aritzia Retail Associates have: • An aspirational sense of individual style • A commitment to learn and apply Aritzia's Values and Business and People Leadership principles • The ability to collaborate fluently with cross-functional partners • A commitment to quality and investing in results that add value to the business THE COMPENSATION The typical hiring range for this position is $20 - $30 per hour. Aritzia’s Everyday Luxury compensation package goes beyond the base salary with endless growth and recognition opportunities through our pay-for-performance philosophy. Along with aspirational workspaces, elevated employee perks and experiences - we provide it all. THE PERKS Some of the industry-leading benefits you will receive working at Aritzia: • Product Discount – Maybe you’ve heard of our famous product discount? You have now. • Aritzia Virtual Wellness – Because your health, happiness, and safety matter – 24/7 resources to support you in your wellbeing goals, be it physical, mental, social, or financial. • Aspirational Workspace – Our boutiques are specially designed to be places of beauty, creativity, and inspiration. From the product to the art to the music pumping through our top-of-the-line sound systems. It’s all part of the Everyday Luxury experience you – and our clients – deserve. Apply online or in your local store today. ARITZIA Aritzia is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, place of origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, disability, age, and any other protected characteristic. Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People & Culture Team. We’re committed to making your experience positive and transparent. Please note, our recruiters will only contact you using an @aritzia.com email address. If you receive recruitment-related messages from other domains, please disregard them.

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