Sales Jobs at Talbots with Visa Sponsorship
Talbots hires for Sales roles across its retail locations, from associate positions to store management. The company has a track record of sponsoring work visas for qualified candidates in this function, making it a viable target if you're on H-1B, F-1 OPT, or CPT and building a retail career in the U.S.
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Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, we are known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can enhance an already thriving culture. With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.
What We Offer:
- Growth! Here at Talbots our goal is to give you the tools to grow beyond this position and into the next.
- Incentive Opportunities
- Benefits: Comprehensive benefits packages accessible to both full time and eligible part time employees. To learn more, visit our We Care page.
- Generous Discount: 50%, 60% & 70% Merchandise Discount off Talbots and Haven Well Within.
- Other Perks: Referral Incentive Program, discounts on travel, shopping, concerts and more.
What we Value “WE CARE”:
- We Win as a team and are dedicated to ensuring and applauding each other’s success.
- We Encourage creativity, innovation and smart risk-taking.
- We are Committed to building relationships with our customers and associates by knowing, serving, and delighting them.
- We Act with integrity, transparency, candor, and respect.
- We Respect, honor and value diversity and are invested in cultivating a dynamic and inclusive culture.
- We Embrace community by bringing positive change to those we live and work in.
Who You Are:
- Passionate about selling, with a natural ability to generate thoughtful ways to drive new traffic into the store.
- A model of professionalism with strong work ethic, integrity, and respect for others.
- Customer-centric, understanding how the importance of exceptional service contributes to growing store sales.
- An educator, coach and mentor that inspires team associates based on their individual strengths.
- Organized and strategic with the ability to make independent decisions and capable of working in a fast paced ever changing environment.
- A clear communicator of business-related information, and brand initiatives.
- Ambitious, enthusiastic and friendly, with the ability to work cooperatively in a diverse work environment.
- Possess the technological aptitude to navigate, coach and train computer POS/iPad/handheld systems.
- Comfortable climbing ladders, moving around regularly, and standing for extended periods of time.
- Able to bend, reach, stretch for product as well as lift, carry, and move at least 40 lbs.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule based on the needs of the business including opening/closing shifts as well as weekends and holidays.
- Have open availability of 40 hours per week.
What You'll Do:
- Create and foster a culture of hospitality through exceptional customer experiences that build enduring relationships both internally and externally.
- Help customers to look and feel their best by providing style advice based on their specific needs.
- Provide exceptional and meaningful customer service experiences that promote the product and builds brand loyalty.
- Achieve sales and hospitality driven metrics in key measurable areas including: clientelling/outreach, appointment setting, Talbots Classic Awards etc.
- Reinforce consistent selling and service standards through coaching, training, and accountability.
- Prioritize daily tasks and responsibilities to meet the needs of the customer, team and business.
- Understand the appropriate balance needed between operational and selling energy and ensure proper planning/scheduling and prioritizing tasks and responsibilities to meet the needs of the business.
- Maintain knowledge of business and competitive landscape, fashion trends and key business drivers to strategically identify opportunities that will maximize sales and ensure financial goals are achieved.
- Ensure compliance of all company policies and procedures as well as local, state, and federal employment laws.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships that support a productive work environment.
Note: This position description is intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by associates assigned to this job. It is not intended to be inclusive of all duties and responsibilities and is subject to change.
Location:
Store 01004 St. Simons Island, GA-St. Simons Island, GA 31522
Position Type:
Regular/Full 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 myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. 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.
About us
Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, we are known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can enhance an already thriving culture. With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.
What We Offer:
- Growth! Here at Talbots our goal is to give you the tools to grow beyond this position and into the next.
- Incentive Opportunities
- Benefits: Comprehensive benefits packages accessible to both full time and eligible part time employees. To learn more, visit our We Care page.
- Generous Discount: 50%, 60% & 70% Merchandise Discount off Talbots and Haven Well Within.
- Other Perks: Referral Incentive Program, discounts on travel, shopping, concerts and more.
What we Value “WE CARE”:
- We Win as a team and are dedicated to ensuring and applauding each other’s success.
- We Encourage creativity, innovation and smart risk-taking.
- We are Committed to building relationships with our customers and associates by knowing, serving, and delighting them.
- We Act with integrity, transparency, candor, and respect.
- We Respect, honor and value diversity and are invested in cultivating a dynamic and inclusive culture.
- We Embrace community by bringing positive change to those we live and work in.
Who You Are:
- Passionate about selling, with a natural ability to generate thoughtful ways to drive new traffic into the store.
- A model of professionalism with strong work ethic, integrity, and respect for others.
- Customer-centric, understanding how the importance of exceptional service contributes to growing store sales.
- An educator, coach and mentor that inspires team associates based on their individual strengths.
- Organized and strategic with the ability to make independent decisions and capable of working in a fast paced ever changing environment.
- A clear communicator of business-related information, and brand initiatives.
- Ambitious, enthusiastic and friendly, with the ability to work cooperatively in a diverse work environment.
- Possess the technological aptitude to navigate, coach and train computer POS/iPad/handheld systems.
- Comfortable climbing ladders, moving around regularly, and standing for extended periods of time.
- Able to bend, reach, stretch for product as well as lift, carry, and move at least 40 lbs.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule based on the needs of the business including opening/closing shifts as well as weekends and holidays.
- Have open availability of 40 hours per week.
What You'll Do:
- Create and foster a culture of hospitality through exceptional customer experiences that build enduring relationships both internally and externally.
- Help customers to look and feel their best by providing style advice based on their specific needs.
- Provide exceptional and meaningful customer service experiences that promote the product and builds brand loyalty.
- Achieve sales and hospitality driven metrics in key measurable areas including: clientelling/outreach, appointment setting, Talbots Classic Awards etc.
- Reinforce consistent selling and service standards through coaching, training, and accountability.
- Prioritize daily tasks and responsibilities to meet the needs of the customer, team and business.
- Understand the appropriate balance needed between operational and selling energy and ensure proper planning/scheduling and prioritizing tasks and responsibilities to meet the needs of the business.
- Maintain knowledge of business and competitive landscape, fashion trends and key business drivers to strategically identify opportunities that will maximize sales and ensure financial goals are achieved.
- Ensure compliance of all company policies and procedures as well as local, state, and federal employment laws.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships that support a productive work environment.
Note: This position description is intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by associates assigned to this job. It is not intended to be inclusive of all duties and responsibilities and is subject to change.
Location:
Store 01004 St. Simons Island, GA-St. Simons Island, GA 31522
Position Type:
Regular/Full 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 myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. 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.
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Tailor your resume for retail sales
Talbots focuses on clienteling, styling, and relationship-driven selling rather than transactional volume. Highlight experience with consultative sales, loyalty program engagement, or personal styling in your resume before you apply.
Target stores in high-sponsorship markets
Talbots concentrates locations in affluent suburban and urban markets in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. Stores in these regions tend to have stronger staffing budgets and more experience navigating the offer process for sponsored candidates.
Clarify H-1B specialty occupation fit upfront
USCIS requires H-1B roles to qualify as specialty occupations. For retail Sales roles, frame your position around functions like buyer relations, visual merchandising strategy, or sales analytics, not floor associate duties, when discussing sponsorship with hiring managers.
Find open Sales roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Talbots Sales openings by visa type so you only apply to roles where sponsorship is actively available. This saves time and ensures you're not pursuing positions with no sponsorship pathway.
Ask about CPT approval before accepting an offer
If you're on CPT, confirm your school has authorized the role before you accept. Talbots has engaged CPT students, but your university's international office must approve the specific position and employer before you begin work.
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Find Sales at Talbots JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Talbots sponsor H-1B visas for Sales roles?
Yes, Talbots has sponsored H-1B visas for Sales positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed for every Sales role, and it depends on the specific position and how it's structured. Roles with responsibilities tied to a specialized field, such as merchandising strategy or client analytics, have a stronger case for H-1B specialty occupation qualification than general floor sales associate positions.
Which visa types are commonly used for Sales jobs at Talbots?
Talbots has a history of supporting H-1B, F-1 OPT, and F-1 CPT candidates in Sales roles. OPT is the most common pathway for recent graduates entering retail sales, as it gives both you and the employer time to evaluate fit before committing to a full H-1B sponsorship. CPT is also used for students completing internships or co-ops in a Sales capacity.
How do I apply for Sales jobs at Talbots?
You can browse and apply for Talbots Sales openings through Migrate Mate, which filters listings by visa sponsorship eligibility so you can focus on roles where you're a viable candidate. When applying, tailor your materials to Talbots' clienteling culture and relationship-based selling approach. Reaching out to a store manager directly after applying can improve your visibility, particularly in smaller market locations.
What qualifications does Talbots expect for Sales roles?
Talbots typically looks for candidates with customer-facing retail or sales experience, particularly in apparel, luxury goods, or lifestyle brands. Strong communication skills, comfort with personal styling, and familiarity with CRM or loyalty programs are valued. For sponsored candidates, having a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as business, marketing, or fashion merchandising strengthens both your application and any future H-1B specialty occupation argument.
How do I apply for Sales jobs at Talbots?
Start the conversation about visa sponsorship early in the interview process, not after you've received an offer. H-1B petitions must be filed with USCIS before the April 1 deadline for an October 1 start date, so if your OPT or CPT ends before then, timing matters significantly. Ask directly whether the role has been sponsored before and whether the company's legal team has experience with retail Sales H-1B filings.
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