KAIA is seeking someone who is self-driven, to independently manage the New York showroom part-time at the New York Design Building (200 Lexington) and support sales and business development. This role requires someone confident in a client-facing, sales-driven environment, with a strong sense of responsibility.As KAIA continues to grow its presence in the United States, we are looking for someone motivated to contribute to a studio that operates ahead of its time, both creatively and operationally. This is an opportunity to take on a hands-on role within a small team, where reliability, attention to detail, and a genuine interest in design are essential.ABOUT KAIAKAIA is a lighting and special edition furniture studio that collaborates with a diverse array of creative talents to produce distinctive pieces renowned for exceptional design and unparalleled quality, alongside its own in-house designs. Rooted in craftsmanship and sustainability, KAIA works in opposition to mass production, using natural and reusable materials, made-to-order processes, and artisanal traditions. Working closely with family-owned workshops across Europe, every detail is carefully considered, with components undergoing rigorous quality control before assembly at its atelier near Munich.KAIA’s small, multinational team operates with an intentionally hands-on approach, ensuring continuity from concept through final realization. KAIA is headquartered in London, with its studio and atelier in Munich, Germany.POSITIONSHOWROOM MANAGEMENT & CLIENT SUPPORTIndependently manage daily showroom operations, including opening/closing procedures, client reception, and maintaining a highly organized, refined spaceTake responsibility for ongoing upkeep, routinely checking all elements of the showroom and reporting to the Managing Director on any needs, replacements, or reordersAssist in showroom visits, client meetings, presentations, ensuring a seamless and thoughtful experienceSupport showroom eventsDocument showroom activity, installations, and client visits for digital storytelling purposes.SUPPORT SALES & CLIENT RELATIONSSupport New York sales through consistent outreach to architects, interior designers, and trade clients, including studio visits, networking, and relationship building with the goal of securing new projects and long-term partnershipsCoordinate catalog and sample drop-offs, at design firms Maintain persistent and thoughtful follow-up with clientsProvide regular updates and clear reporting to the Managing Director on outreach activity, pipeline, and progressREQUIREMENTSBackground in business / creative industry (design, architecture, interiors, or similar)Experience in sales or client-facing roles, with confidence in driving conversationsHighly reliable, responsible, and comfortable working independentlyStrong sense of professionalism Driven, proactive, and skilled in building relationshipsAligned with KAIA’s values of design, sustainability and integrityBased in New York City with three weekdays of availabilityAvailable to start end of May
