Who We Are Steve Quick Jeweler is a fine jewelry boutique located in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood. For 40 years, we've been known for our curated collection of award-winning, small-batch designers and makers, as well as our own one-of-a-kind creations. We specialize in custom design and operate a full-service shop on site. We're proud to be one of the few independent American Gem Society jewelers in Chicago—committed to excellence in ethics, education, and craftsmanship. Our motto, "Jewelry is Art and Love is Everything," truly reflects our values. We work closely as a team, with plenty of laughter and a shared dedication to delivering extraordinary jewelry and service to generations of loyal clients. About the Role We're seeking a full-time, on-site Retail Sales Professional who is energetic, detail-oriented, and passionate about jewelry. The ideal candidate is someone who values relationships, takes initiative, and thrives in a boutique setting where creativity and client service come together. Responsibilities include: Assisting clients with purchases, custom designs, special orders, and jewelry repairs Managing sales leads via phone, text, and email; scheduling client appointments Conducting proactive outreach to build and deepen client relationships Collaborating with designers, manufacturers, and suppliers to fulfill client needs Supporting store operations including merchandising and daily setup Qualifications 3+ years of experience selling fine and/or bridal jewelry preferred Strong gemology knowledge (diamonds, gemstones, metals) Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn internal systems Must be available to work in-store full-time (Tuesday through Saturday) You Might Be a Great Fit If You: Are passionate about jewelry and understand its significance in people's lives Thrive on meeting goals and love the art of selling Enjoy storytelling and are eager to share the SQJ brand and our designers' stories Value precision and pay attention to the details Take initiative, ask questions, and are always learning Are relationship-driven and comfortable engaging with clients in person, via phone, text, and social media Work well in a collaborative, small-team environment Go above and beyond to create exceptional, memorable client experiences Have a "pitch-in" mindset and are eager to help make client dreams a reality Are a strong brand ambassador who's excited to share what makes SQJ special What You'll Receive Compensation: Competitive base salary + generous commission (Total compensation range: $65,000-100,000, commensurate with experience and performance) Paid Time Off: 3 weeks (vacation + personal/sick days) Health Insurance Retirement Plan: Simple IRA with employer matching Significant Employee Discount — we want you to wear SQJ with pride Continuing Education: Reimbursement for gemological training and professional development Access to Vendor Incentive Programs To Apply If this sounds like your dream role, we'd love to hear from you. Please email your resume and a cover letter to This could be the last career move you'll ever need to make. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $65, $100,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) matching Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Ability to Commute: Chicago, IL Required) Ability to Relocate: Chicago, IL 60614: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person