Private Clients & Couture Relations Manager

YARA SHOEMAKER is an emerging Haute Couture Maison built on craftsmanship, artistry, and meaningful relationships. Every creation is made with intention, exceptional savoir-faire, and a commitment to creating pieces that become part of a client’s personal legacy.

We are seeking an exceptional Private Clients & Couture Relations Manager to become one of the key ambassadors of the House.

This is not a traditional luxury retail position.

We are looking for a highly accomplished luxury professional with an established portfolio of Ultra High Net Worth (UHNW) clients and an extensive network within the international couture industry. The successful candidate will possess the credibility, relationships, and commercial expertise to introduce exceptional clientele to the Maison while generating significant Haute Couture and Bridal Couture business.

This opportunity is intended for established luxury professionals with an active private client portfolio. Only candidates with directly relevant experience within the luxury sector will be considered.

The Opportunity

This is a rare opportunity to join an emerging Haute Couture Maison at an exciting stage of its growth and play a defining role in expanding its international private client business.

Working directly with the Founder and Creative Director, you will represent the House to private clients, couture collectors, bridal clients, luxury concierges, personal shoppers, stylists, and influential industry partners.

You will cultivate long‑term relationships, create exceptional client experiences, and contribute to establishing YARA SHOEMAKER among the world’s leading couture maisons.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and expand an exclusive portfolio of Ultra High Net Worth (UHNW) and High Net Worth (HNW) private clients.
• Generate new Haute Couture and Bridal Couture business through your existing network and industry relationships.
• Build lasting relationships with couture collectors, entrepreneurs, celebrities, royalty, bridal clients, and discerning international clientele.
• Host private appointments and personalized couture consultations within the Paris showroom and at exclusive events.
• Guide clients through the complete couture journey, from the first consultation to the final delivery.
• Manage high‑value transactions with confidence, professionalism, discretion, and exceptional attention to detail.
• Collaborate closely with the Founder and Creative Director to deliver an uncompromising couture experience tailored to each client.
• Identify opportunities for bespoke commissions, Bridal Couture, red carpet dressing, exclusive capsule projects, and special orders.
• Deliver impeccable client follow‑up and long‑term relationship management before, during, and after every commission.
• Represent the Maison with elegance, confidence, discretion, and the highest standards of professionalism.
• Build strategic relationships with luxury concierges, personal shoppers, bridal specialists, stylists, and other influential luxury partners.
• Maintain detailed client records and proactively develop long‑term client engagement strategies through CRM best practices.

Required Experience

We are seeking an exceptional professional with a proven record of success at the highest level of luxury.

You must have:

• A minimum of 7–10 years of experience within Haute Couture, Bridal Couture, Luxury Fashion, High Jewelry, Luxury Concierge, or Private Client Management.
• A proven history of developing and maintaining relationships with Ultra High Net Worth and High Net Worth clientele.
• Demonstrated success in independently generating significant Haute Couture and Bridal Couture sales.
• An active international network of private clients and luxury industry contacts.
• Experience managing transactions valued from €30,000 to well above €250,000.
• Outstanding negotiation, presentation, networking, and relationship‑building skills.
• Exceptional emotional intelligence, discretion, and professionalism.
• Fluent English is essential. French and additional languages are highly desirable.
• The ability to be present in our Paris showroom several days each week, or as required by the Maison’s schedule and client appointments, is essential.

Preferred Background

Experience in one or more of the following:

• Luxury Fashion
• High Jewelry
• Luxury Concierge
• Private Client Management

What We Value

• An entrepreneurial mindset with the ambition to help build a growing Haute Couture Maison.
• A genuine appreciation for craftsmanship, artistry, and exceptional client service.
• Strong commercial instincts combined with refined taste and impeccable etiquette.
• The confidence and sophistication to engage with the world’s most discerning clientele.
• Cultural awareness, emotional intelligence, and absolute discretion.
• A reputation for excellence, integrity, and professionalism within the luxury industry.

Compensation

We offer a highly competitive compensation package, including:

• Performance‑based bonuses.
• Significant long‑term career growth within an expanding international Haute Couture Maison.
• The opportunity to play a key role in the future growth of YARA SHOEMAKER.

How to Apply

If you have an established network within the world of luxury, a proven history of developing exceptional private client relationships, and a passion for Haute Couture, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV together with a brief cover letter outlining your experience, your achievements in luxury client development, and why you believe you are the right person to represent YARA SHOEMAKER.