MAC Beauty Advisor / Makeup Artist
- Location
- High WycombeBuckinghamshireUK
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Perfumes, Cosmetics & Prestige Beauty
- Posted
- Sept 22, 2026
MAC Cosmetics Beauty Advisor/Makeup Artist, High Wycombe - 22.5 hrs/week, part-time position with Estée Lauder.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver personalized, inspirational makeup consultations and services to customers in a prestige beauty environment
- Execute makeup artistry with technical excellence to educate and delight customers on product application and color matching
- Collaborate with store team to create impact through in-store beauty events and product launches
- Maintain high visual merchandising standards across the MAC counter and retail space
- Operate retail point-of-sale (POS) systems accurately and efficiently during transactions
- Work flexibly across retail hours including days, evenings, weekends, and special promotional events
- Demonstrate authentic, consultative customer service to build brand loyalty and drive sales
Qualifications
- Certification or professional qualification in makeup artistry (preferred but not required)
- Previous experience in retail makeup or beauty counter service (desirable)
- Demonstrated creative and technical expertise in makeup application
- Ability to provide inspirational, authentic, and personalized customer service
- Experience with retail point-of-sale (POS) software systems
- Flexibility to work retail hours including evenings, weekends, and special events
- Proof of right to live and work in the United Kingdom
Skills
Experience
While formal makeup artistry certification or previous retail makeup experience is desirable, the role welcomes applicants with amateur-level makeup experience who can demonstrate creative and technical expertise and a strong commitment to customer service excellence.
Education
Secondary education or equivalent; makeup artistry certification or professional training is preferred but not required.
Workplace
This position is based in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, UK, within easy reach of London.
About Cerulean
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