Interior Design Consultant | Luxury Retail Sales (Manhattan)

Interior Design Consultant | Luxury Retail Sales (Manhattan)

Ethan Allen is seeking experienced Design Professionals to join our new state-of-the-art Design Studio at 56th Street and Lexington Avenue. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity for those who thrive in a fast-paced, design-forward, urban environment and are passionate about both creative excellence and client relationships.

As an Ethan Allen Design Consultant, you will operate your own interior design business within a proven, highly respected luxury brandsupported by vertically integrated manufacturing, extensive customization capabilities, and nationwide service and delivery. This is a full-time, on-site role and includes weekend availability.

Why You'll Love Working In Our Manhattan Studio

• Design for a sophisticated, style-driven, urban clientele
• Operate an independent design practice with the backing of a global luxury brand
• Unlimited earning potential with a guaranteed income foundation
• High visibility showroom location with consistent qualified traffic
• End-to-end project ownershipfrom concept through installation
• Access to proprietary product lines and custom design solutions
• Collaborative studio culture with ongoing training and professional growth

What You'll Do

Client Design & Creative Execution

• Deliver customized residential interior design solutions tailored to city living
• Create space plans, furnishings selections, fabric coordination, and whole-home concepts
• Present design solutions using professional presentations, sketches, layouts, and 3D visualization tools
• Conduct in-home consultations and site visits throughout the five boroughs and the tristate area

Client Experience & Relationship Building

• Serve as a trusted design advisor throughout the client journey
• Build long-term relationships through exceptional service, trust, and follow-through
• Educate clients on Ethan Allen's complimentary design services and customization options
• Represent the Ethan Allen brand with confidence, polish, and professionalism

Sales & Design Business Ownership

• Sell Ethan Allen furnishings, custom options, and design services
• Manage projects from initial consultation through order placement and delivery
• Proactively communicate order status and resolve issues as needed
• Meet or exceed performance benchmarks in a consultative, relationship-based selling environment

Brand Presence & Community Engagement

• Build a personal book of business through referrals, showroom traffic, and outreach
• Leverage social media and local networking to grow visibility in the NYC design market
• Participate in studio events, promotions, and corporate training initiatives
• Develop connections with the A&D community and related industries

Design Technology & Tools

• Utilize CRM, POS, and corporate design systems to support workflow efficiency
• Apply 3D Room Planner and visualization tools to enhance client presentations
• Stay current with new technologies that elevate the design and client experience

This Role Is Ideal For You If You:

• Are an interior designer who enjoys creative ownership, selling, and client engagement
• Thrive in an urban, relationship-driven sales environment
• Want autonomy supported by structure, brand recognition, and operational excellence
• Are entrepreneurial, motivated, and performance-oriented
• Value collaboration while building an individual design business

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or a related field OR 5+ years of professional experience in residential design or a closely related industry
• Strong understanding of interior design principles and consultative selling
• Experience with digital design and floor-planning tools (3D experience preferred)
• Comfort using social media and networking to support business development
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills
• Ability to work a retail schedule that includes weekends
• Valid driver's license or approved alternative transportation for NYC travel

Compensation Highlights

• Guaranteed recoverable draw: $59,000 annually (paid bi-weekly)
• Commission-based earnings with unlimited upside
• Transparent performance benchmarks and earning structure
• In 2025, experienced Design Consultants in this market averaged $118,832 in total earnings, with top performers exceeding $200,000 in earnings.

Benefits

Ethan Allen offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including:

• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Multiple medical plans with prescription coverage
• Health Savings Account with employer contributions
• Dental and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Purchase Program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary insurance offerings

Apply

Apply online or email your resume and portfolio to:

Tina Outeiro Hiring Manager View email address on click.appcast.io