NARS Makeup Artist - John Lewis, W1 Oxford Street London (22.5 Hours)

Shiseido Company, Limited; London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An innovative beauty brand is seeking a passionate Makeup Artist to join their team at John Lewis in London. This role is all about inspiring self-expression and creativity, helping customers discover their unique beauty through expert makeup application and personalized service. As part of a dynamic and supportive team, you will receive top-notch training and the opportunity to excel in a fast-paced environment. With a focus on artistry and customer engagement, you'll play a vital role in building brand loyalty and ensuring each customer leaves feeling confident and beautiful. Join a forward-thinking company that values creativity and personal growth.

Benefits

30 days holiday

Generous discretionary commission scheme

Contributory pension scheme

Enhanced parental allowance

Life Assurance up to x2 your salary

Access to Retail Trust

Annual performance and development reviews

Qualifications

• Demonstrable retail Makeup Artistry experience is essential.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to enhance their makeup experience and confidence.
• Utilize artistry skills to create strong customer connections.

Skills

Makeup Artistry

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Job description

NARS Makeup Artist - John Lewis, W1 Oxford Street London (22.5 Hours)

Date: 2 Jan 2025

Location: London

NARS Makeup Artist

Reports to: Area Sales & Education Manager NARS
Job Location: John Lewis, W1 Oxford Street London
Contract type: Permanent Contract, 22.5 hours per week over 3 days

Hourly rate: £13.14

MISSION

NARS inspires self-expression, creativity and artistry - bringing high-fashion, high-style and forward thinking to beauty. As a Makeup Artist you will be bringing this vision to our customers on counter. Your passion for artistry and service, along with personality, is key - we are looking for someone who is creative and able to ensure that each customer has an engaging and individual experience.

We are part of the Shiseido Group, and in joining NARS you will not only receive innovative and artistry led training, a generous discount on our award winning products and the chance to be part of a fast growing brand – you join an incredible group network of brands, where developing our people is at the heart of our business.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Through one to one sessions and events, you will use your artistry skills and product expertise to ensure that each customer goes away not only with a bag full of luxurious makeup but also the confidence to use NARS techniques to express their own personal vision of beauty. By learning our customer engagement approach you will be able to create strong connections with your customers through the brand history and high performance formulas thus securing brand loyalty to not only NARS but you as an Artist.

We’ll provide you with all the tools and training you need to ensure that you are able to express your creativity and be the best makeup artist you can be and in return we’ll expect you to be reaching and exceeding your performance targets. As a NARS Artist, you have the power to change the way a client feels about themselves through your actions, communication and the connections that you make. This will be your daily commitment to your clients and yourself.

PROFILE

• Demonstrable retail Makeup Artistry experience
• Excellent Communication and Customer Service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Self-motivated and results driven
• Alignment with the group’s “Trust8” working principles: Think Big, Take Risks, Hands on, Collaborate, Be Open, Act with Integrity, Be Accountable, Applaud Success

The benefits you’ll love…

30 days holiday, including bank holidays, increasing with service

Generous discretionary commission scheme

Contributory pension scheme – 5% employer contribution

Enhanced parental allowance

Life Assurance up to x2 your salary

Access to Retail Trust

Annual performance and development reviews so you know your career is going in the right direction

POSITION REFERENCE NUMBER: 14835