claire's
Sales Associate I Piercing Specialist
WHO WE ARE
Claire's has safely pierced over 110 million ears worldwide and operates under a structured, step-by-step clinical piercing approach that prioritizes safety, sterility, and informed guest education at every stage of the service.
Our Piercing Specialists complete structured certification and ongoing skill validation to ensure every piercing is delivered with precision, consistency, and confidence - especially for first-time and pediatric guests.
As a global fashion brand rooted in self-expression, creativity, and fun, we bring the latest trends in accessories and professional piercing services to life through engaging retail experiences that empower customers to be their most authentic selves.
OVERVIEW
As a Sales Associate, you are both a brand ambassador and a certified Piercing Specialist, delivering safe, professional piercing services while creating welcoming, energetic, and trend-orward experiences on the sales floor. You play a critical role in driving piercing and retail sales pholding Claire's Clinical Piercing Standards, and representing the brand with confidence, car and precision.
Through expert consultation, strong selling behaviors, and operational excellence, you help customers feel informed, confident, and excited - whether they're receiving their first piercing or building their next curated look.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Piercing Excellence | Clinical Standards
- Deliver professional ear-piercing services in accordance with Claire's Clinical Piercing Standards and safety protocols.
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Follow all sterilization, hygiene, and infection-prevention procedures with precision and consistency.
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Educate guests and guardians through informed consent, eligibility screening, and clear aftercare instruction.
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Maintain certification requirements and complete ongoing piercing skill development training.
Customer Experience | Brand Ambassador
Claire’s is committed to adhering to all applicable company policies and federal, state, and local laws and regulations. All positions will be compensated at or above the legally mandated minimum wage for the location in which work is performed. The final compensation will be determined by various factors such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.
Benefits for full-time employees included medical, dental, and vision insurance, voluntary welfare plans, bonus plan eligibility, 401(k) match, vacation time, sick time* and paid leave.
Benefits for part-time employees included voluntary welfare plans, 401(k) match, vacation time, sick time* and paid leave in required states.
- Sick Time: For the State of Washington, all employees will accrue paid sick time at the rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.
Claire's is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and we encourage applications from members of all underrepresented groups, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants' needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require.
Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. To request accommodation, please email
[email protected]. Only messages sent for this purpose will be considered.
