Interior Design Consultant | Luxury Retail Sales (Eastern Long Island)Ethan Allen Retail, Inc. | Luxury Residential DesignHuntington 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.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 IslandOperate an independent design practice with the backing of a global luxury brandUnlimited earning potential with a guaranteed income foundationDestination‑level showrooms with qualified opportunitiesEnd‑to‑end project ownership-from concept through installationAccess to proprietary product lines and extensive customization optionsStudio cultures rooted in collaboration, longevity, and professional growthLong‑term stability in centers committed to serving their communities for decades to come
WHAT YOU'LL DOClient Design & Creative Execution
Deliver customized residential interior design solutions tailored to Long Island homes and lifestylesCreate space plans, furnishings selections, fabric coordination, and whole‑home conceptsPresent design solutions using professional presentations, sketches, layouts, and 3D visualization toolsConduct in‑home consultations and site visits
Client Experience & Relationship Building
Serve as a trusted design advisor throughout the client journeyBuild long‑term relationships through exceptional service, trust, and follow‑throughEducate clients on Ethan Allen's complimentary design services and customization optionsRepresent the Ethan Allen brand with confidence, polish, and professionalism
Sales & Design Business Ownership
Sell Ethan Allen furnishings, custom options, and design servicesManage projects from initial consultation through order placement and deliveryProactively communicate order status and resolve issues as neededMeet 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 outreachLeverage social media and local networking to grow visibility within the Long Island marketParticipate in studio events, promotions, and corporate training initiativesDevelop connections with the A&D community and related local industries
Design Technology & Tools
Utilize CRM, POS, and corporate design systems to support workflow efficiencyApply 3D Room Planner and visualization tools to enhance client presentationsStay 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 engagementThrive in a relationship‑driven, consultative sales environmentWant autonomy supported by structure, brand recognition, and operational excellenceAre entrepreneurial, motivated, and performance‑orientedValue collaboration while building an individual design businessAppreciate 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 industryStrong understanding of interior design principles and consultative sellingExperience with digital design and floor‑planning tools (3D experience preferred)Comfort using social media and networking to support business developmentExcellent communication, presentation, and organizational skillsAbility to work a retail schedule that includes weekendsValid 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 upsideTransparent performance benchmarks and earning structureIn 2025, experienced Design Consultants averaged $119,762 in earnings, with top performers exceeding $200,000
BENEFITSEthan Allen offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well‑being, and work‑life balance, including:
401(k) with employer contributionsMultiple medical plans with prescription coverageHealth Savings Account with employer contributionsDental and vision coverageLife and disability insurancePaid Time OffEmployee Purchase ProgramCommuter benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramVoluntary insurance offerings
APPLYApply online or email your resume and portfolio to:John Graziano - Hiring Manager John.Graziano@ethanallen.comMeet our teams: www.ethanallen.com/huntington www.ethanallen.com/setauket