Account Manager - Laura Mercier- Reading- 37.5 hours

Orveon group; Reading; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Product samples

Incentives/commissions

Season ticket loan

Pension

Volunteer days

Career development

Job summary

Orveon Group is seeking an Account Manager for Laura Mercier in Reading, a full-time, in-store role based at John Lewis Reading. You will drive sales, build lasting customer relationships and collaborate with retail partners to exceed targets with energy and a customer-first approach.

The ideal candidate has proven sales experience in beauty, superb communication skills, and the resilience to work flexible hours including weekends and late shifts, in a dynamic, inclusive team.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a sales-based role with targets
• Strong passion for beauty and self-expression
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Natural connector and team collaborator

Skills

Sales experience

Beauty product knowledge

Customer service

Relationship building

Job description

Account Manager - Laura Mercier- Reading- 37.5 hours

Job Category: Retail

Requisition Number: ACCOU002372

• Posted : October 7, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Reading, UK7 RG12BB, GBR

Description

Location/ Store: John Lewis Reading Number of days / hours per week: 5 days/ 37.5 hours

Contract Type: Permanent Report To: Area Sales Manager

We’d love to meet you if you have:

• A proven track record in a sales-based role - where exceeding goals and delivering standout customer experiences is second nature.
• An unstoppable entrepreneurial spirit - you thrive on challenges, embrace ambition, and are driven by the thrill of smashing targets.
• A deep passion for beauty and self-expression - with a heart for making every individual feel seen, celebrated, and confident.
• Exceptional artistry skills - ideally backed by a formal qualification, allowing you to craft beauty with precision, creativity, and elegance.
• A natural connector and relationship-builder - who collaborates effortlessly with colleagues, leaders, and retail partners to create a united, high-performing team.
• A can-do attitude and resilient mindset - always ready to take initiative, find solutions, and turn setbacks into comebacks.
• An inspiring mentor and coach - with an eye for talent and a passion for developing others, lifting people up as you climb.
• Flexible and retail-savvy - you understand the rhythm of the industry and embrace working key hours—including weekends, late nights, and bank holidays, with energy and enthusiasm.

A few things we think you'll love about us...

• Competitive base salary with commission opportunities
• Enjoy a 50% employee discount on bareMinerals and Laura Mercier products
• Receive up to £800 worth of free products annually
• Earn extra through individual and team incentives – including boosted commissions or the latest product launches
• Enhanced maternity and adoption leave with extended company-paid time off
• Season ticket loan support to ease your commute
• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme – earn up to £350 for each successful referral
• Cycle to Work scheme to support a healthy, eco-friendly commute
• Access to the Retail Trust Support network for emotional and practical assistance
• 24/7 GP access through MetLife for medical advice anytime
• PAM Assist App offering confidential support services
• HAPI rewards programme – save on everyday purchases from groceries to entertainment
• Up to three paid volunteer days per year to support Look Good Feel Better
• Enhanced pension contributions to help secure your future
• Comprehensive company sick pay beyond statutory requirements
• Career development opportunities – we invest in your growth and learning journey
• Commitment to sustainability, continuously seeking better solutions for skin, people, and planet
• A culture that celebrates diversity, encouraging you to be your authentic self
• A values-led approach where how we work matters just as much as what we achieve

Please note terms and conditions apply to the above benefits

Equal Opportunities and Accommodations

Orveon is deeply committed to building a workplace and global community where inclusion is not only valued but prioritized. We strive to build and nurture a culture where a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion is instinctive. Our deep sense of passion and pride in what we do, both as individuals and as a collective, unifies our shared commitment to “changing beauty for the better”. Therefore, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, neurodiversity, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other non-merit based or legally protected grounds. We recognize and celebrate different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds and know they create a more robust and creative work environment.