Makeup Artist- Laura Mercier- John Lewis Oxford- 15 hours

Orveon group; Oxford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative beauty retail company seeks a passionate Makeup Artist for its John Lewis Oxford location. In this part-time role, you will utilize your artistry skills to create exceptional customer experiences while driving sales. Ideally, you should possess a formal qualification in beauty and a proven sales record. Enjoy competitive salary, commission opportunities, and a range of employee benefits including product discounts, career development, and a supportive culture.

Benefits

Employee discount on products

Career development opportunities

Enhanced maternity leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Paid volunteer days

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a target sales-based role.
• Exceptional artistry skills ideally backed by formal qualifications.
• Must be flexible and understand retail demands.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer experiences and exceed sales goals.
• Craft beauty and provide personalized consultations for clients.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve collective targets.

Skills

Sales orientation

Artistry skills

Relationship building

Entrepreneurial spirit

Education

Formal qualification in beauty

Job description

Makeup Artist - Laura Mercier - John Lewis Oxford - 15 hours

Job Category: Retail

Requisition Number: MAKEU002010

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• Posted: July 25, 2025
• Part-Time

Locations

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John Lewis Oxford
John Lewis
Oxford
Oxford, UK 2 OX11PB, GBR

Location/Store: John Lewis Oxford
Number of days / hours per week: 3 days / 15 hours

Contract Type: permanent
Report To: Area Sales Manager, Jemma Ajax

We’d love to meet you if you have:

• 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.

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.