Makeup Artist- Laura Mercier- Harvey Nichols Leeds- 22.5 Hours

ORVEON; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cosmetics company in Leeds is seeking an experienced sales professional to enhance customer experiences and exceed targets. Ideal candidates will have a proven sales background, exceptional artistry skills, and a passion for beauty. Responsibilities include collaborating with teams and maintaining flexibility in scheduling. The position offers a competitive salary and generous benefits that support employee well-being and development.

Benefits

Competitive salary with commission opportunities

50% employee discount on products

Up to £800 worth of free products annually

Enhanced maternity and adoption leave

Season ticket loan support

Refer-a-friend bonus scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Access to 24/7 GP service

Career development opportunities

Enhanced pension contributions

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a target sales-based role.
• Exceptional artistry skills backed by a formal qualification.
• Deep passion for beauty and self-expression.

Responsibilities

• Exceed sales goals while providing outstanding customer experiences.
• Collaborate with colleagues and retail partners.
• Embrace working key hours including weekends and holidays.

Skills

Sales experience

Artistry skills

Relationship building

Entrepreneurial spirit

Flexibility

Education

Formal qualification in artistry

Job description

Location/ Store: Harvey Nichols Leeds

Number of days / hours per week: 3 days/ 22.5 hours

Contract Type: Permanent

Report To: Area Sales Manager

Key Qualities

• A proven track record in a target 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.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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.