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Interior Design Consultant | Luxury Retail Sales (Eastern Long Island)
Setauket, NY, USPosted 2 months ago
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Job Description
Interior Design Consultant | Luxury Retail Sales (Eastern Long Island)
Ethan Allen Retail, Inc. | Luxury Residential Design
📍 Huntington Station, NY – Jericho Turnpike📍 Setauket, NY – Nesconset Highway
Design Exceptional Homes. Build a Lasting Career on Long Island.
Ethan Allen is seeking experienced Design Professionals to join our established Eastern Long Island Design Centers in Huntington Station and Setauket—serving clients locally and throughout the Hamptons and surrounding coastal communities. These are full-time, on-site opportunities for interior designers who value creative ownership, personalized client relationships, and long term career growth within a trusted luxury brand.
Our Huntington Station Design Center, a fixture on Jericho Turnpike for decades, is entering an exciting new chapter with a full remodel planned for Spring 2026, reinforcing Ethan Allen’s commitment to serving this community for the next 50 years.Â
Our Setauket Design Center, recently remodeled on Nesconset Highway, is a destination showroom offering a refined, design forward experience for Eastern Long Island and Hamptons based clients alike.
As an Ethan Allen Interior Design Consultant, you will operate your own interior design business within a proven, highly respected luxury brand—supported by vertically integrated manufacturing, extensive customization capabilities, and nationwide service and delivery. Designers in these studios provide high touch, concierge level design services, working with clients in their homes or in ours, across Long Island, New York City, and the Hamptons.
This is a full time, on site role and includes weekend availability.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE DESIGNING AT OUR LONG ISLAND STUDIOS
Design for an established, loyal residential client base on Long Island
Operate an independent design practice with the backing of a global luxury brand
Unlimited earning potential with a guaranteed income foundation
Destination‑level showrooms with qualified opportunities
End‑to‑end project ownership—from concept through installation
Access to proprietary product lines and extensive customization options
Studio cultures rooted in collaboration, longevity, and professional growth
Long‑term stability in centers committed to serving their communities for decades to come
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Client Design & Creative Execution
Deliver customized residential interior design solutions tailored to Long Island homes and lifestyles
Create space plans, furnishings selections, fabric coordination, and whole‑home concepts
Present design solutions using professional presentations, sketches, layouts, and 3D visualization tools
Conduct in‑home consultations and site visits
Client Experience & Relationship Building
Serve as a trusted design advisor throughout the client journey
Build long‑term relationships through exceptional service, trust, and follow‑through
Educate clients on Ethan Allen’s complimentary design services and customization options
Represent the Ethan Allen brand with confidence, polish, and professionalism
Sales & Design Business Ownership
Sell Ethan Allen furnishings, custom options, and design services
Manage projects from initial consultation through order placement and delivery
Proactively communicate order status and resolve issues as needed
Meet or exceed performance benchmarks in a consultative, relationship‑based selling environment
Brand Presence & Community Engagement
Build a personal book of business through referrals, showroom traffic, and outreach
Leverage social media and local networking to grow visibility within the Long Island market
Participate in studio events, promotions, and corporate training initiatives
Develop connections with the A&D community and related local industries
Design Technology & Tools
Utilize CRM, POS, and corporate design systems to support workflow efficiency
Apply 3D Room Planner and visualization tools to enhance client presentations
Stay current with new technologies that elevate the design and client experience
THIS ROLE IS IDEAL FOR YOU IF YOU:
Are an interior designer who enjoys creative ownership, selling, and client engagement
Thrive in a relationship‑driven, consultative sales environment
Want autonomy supported by structure, brand recognition, and operational excellence
Are entrepreneurial, motivated, and performance‑oriented
Value collaboration while building an individual design business
Appreciate long‑term stability within a well‑established community presence
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or a related field OR5+ years of professional experience in residential design or a closely related industry
Strong understanding of interior design principles and consultative selling
Experience with digital design and floor‑planning tools (3D experience preferred)
Comfort using social media and networking to support business development
Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills
Ability to work a retail schedule that includes weekends
Valid driver’s license or approved alternative transportation for client visits
COMPENSATION HIGHLIGHTS
Guaranteed recoverable draw: $59,000 annually (paid bi‑weekly)
Commission‑based earnings with unlimited upside
Transparent performance benchmarks and earning structure
In 2025, experienced Design Consultants averaged $119,762 in earnings, with top performers exceeding $200,000
BENEFITS
Ethan Allen offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well‑being, and work‑life balance, including:
401(k) with employer contributions
Multiple medical plans with prescription coverage
Health Savings Account with employer contributions
Dental and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Purchase Program
Commuter benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary insurance offerings
APPLY
Apply online or email your resume and portfolio to:
John Graziano – Hiring Manager📧 [email protected]
Meet our teams:👉 www.ethanallen.com/huntington👉 www.ethanallen.com/setauket