About us Ann Taylor embodies and celebrates the spirit, heritage, and confidence of American women leading the lives they love. Since its beginnings, Ann Taylor has been committed to providing women with everything they need to feel inspired and motivated as they navigate their multifaceted lives. Our effortlessly polished styles are thoughtfully designed to go anywhere—from the office to special occasions (and everywhere in between). Discover a culture centered on empowering employees, with access to industry leaders and tools you need to expand your skills and stretch your abilities. We'll meet you at every milestone with opportunities and benefits to make life better in and outside of work (not to mention your closet). Ready to join us? About the role As a Stylist, you act as the ultimate brand ambassador, providing personalized styling guidance that helps customers express their authentic selves. You'll share your extensive product knowledge, answer questions, and inspire customers with your styling recommendations. By truly listening to their needs, you guide customers to find styles that suit their multifaceted lives. You'll collaborate with your team to achieve business goals, provide personalized customer experiences, and support our always-inviting environment on the sales floor. The impact you can have In this role, you'll have the opportunity to: • Be a representative of the brand and engage with customers to learn their lifestyle, needs, and wants. • Offer customers personalized Styling Appointments to drive brand loyalty. • Share product knowledge and recommendations to style the customer. • Build a customer base through personalized, relationship-based service. • Uphold the highest visual and operational standards while keeping the focus on the customer. • Use technology to stay informed on company priorities and promotions and provide customers with a seamless omnichannel shopping experience by utilizing available tools. • Partner with store leaders to achieve individual goals and daily expectations. • Build productive relationships by sharing ideas and being helpful to others. You'll bring to the role • 1 year Sales Associate or customer-focus experience • Ability to work 20 hours a week • Brings a hospitality mindset when engaging with customers • Enjoys communicating and building relationships • Takes initiative in making thoughtful decisions • Flexible availability – including evenings, weekends, and holidays • Bring your personal style and positive energy to the sales floor Benefits • 401(k) plan • Merchandise discounts plus eligibility for discounts at our sister brands • Professional development and opportunities for advancement across our brands • Community impact through our philanthropic partnerships Availability of these benefits is based on employment type, role, and certain eligibility requirements. Job offers will consider factors such as your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Location: Store 2539-University Town Center-ANN-Sarasota, FL 34243 Position Type: Regular/Part time Equal Employment Opportunity The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact [email protected]. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.