not too bad for a college grad - Assistant Manager Swarovski Employee Review

3.0
Aug 5, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

flexible hours, I became the assistant manager while I was in college, I would say for a college student it is really not bad at all for $20 an hour. Pay was average, and you get to have that experience

Cons

They ask a lot from you, a lot of sales pressure coming from the top, conversion is a huge thing and most of the time customers are just looking but they want a lot more for the amount they pay you.

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Swarovski Response
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Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We very much appreciate it. Our management will be thrilled to read your thoughts! One of our top priorities is to continue enhancing our employee experience. There is an equal understanding between employee and management that day-to-day operations may face issues and challenges, but if the team that navigates those is well-positioned to do so, then those challenges will always turn into learnings and opportunities, so close to our heart and our culture. We are looking forward to welcoming you in our stores again - as a colleague or as a customer. Stay connected with us, your former colleagues and join our Alumni Community for exclusive events, career opportunities and find out what's new at Swarovski: https://alumni.swarovski.com/

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5.0
May 12, 2026
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Pros

The management team is refined and very accommodating. I loved my time here. I had so many opportunities to learn and grow through my experiences, and working with the team was amazing. Holiday seasons were stressful but never unfun. The management here really makes you feel cared for. Love the discount on most jewelry as well.

Cons

Scheduling could be volatile during holiday seasons, but that's to be expected for a front-line sales position.

2.0
Mar 24, 2026
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Pros

Strong level of autonomy as a Store Manager to drive the business, implement strategies, and influence sales performance Opportunity to develop leadership skills through team coaching, training, and performance management Emphasis on client experience and building meaningful in-store customer relationships Creative freedom to execute sales-driving initiatives and local events Hands-on ownership of business results, which can be very rewarding for self-motivated leaders

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Limited support from regional and district leadership, particularly in satellite locations, which can feel isolating High turnover due to relatively low pay for Crystal Experts and Assistant Managers Budget constraints make it difficult to recruit and retain experienced, high-performing talent Teams may require significant development due to lower wage tiers, increasing workload and pressure on management Store conditions in some locations feel outdated, with limited investment in remodels or upgrades Compensation structure for hourly roles does not always align with expectations or workload

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