- Employment
- Part-time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2026
About Sephora
Sephora is a global prestige beauty leader, renowned for redefining the retail experience through creativity, inclusivity, and expert service. Founded in France and now part of LVMH, the company brings together an exceptional portfolio of beauty brands with a distinctive culture of discovery and innovation. As an employer, Sephora offers a dynamic, customer-centered environment where talent is encouraged to learn, experiment, and grow across retail, digital, merchandising, operations, and corporate functions. Its teams are united by a passion for beauty, entrepreneurship, and belonging, making Sephora a compelling workplace for professionals seeking impact within a fast-moving international brand.
The Beauty Advisor supports an exceptional customer experience through personalised beauty advice, product education, sales and day-to-day store operations, including cash handling, stock management and visual merchandising. This is a permanent, part-time role in Oxford, with flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required.
Role & Responsibilities
- Educate customers on product application techniques, routines and benefits to build confidence and enhance their experience.
- Stay up to date with beauty trends, new launches and Sephora’s full product assortment, including exclusive brands.
- Provide accurate product guidance based on strong technical knowledge of makeup, skincare and fragrance.
- Drive sales by proactively engaging customers, upselling and promoting Sephora services and its loyalty programme.
- Process transactions accurately and keep the cash area tidy and well organised.
- Receive, check and organise deliveries; support stock counts and maintain accurate inventory.
- Replenish stock promptly, keep product displays visually appealing, and remove expired or damaged items.
- Support visual merchandising updates and promotional displays.
- Collaborate with fellow Beauty Advisors by sharing best practices and participating in team training and meetings.
- Assist with new store-opening activities, including unboxing, organising and preparing stock where applicable.
Qualifications
- Experience in retail, customer service or store operations involving cash and stock.
- A strong passion for makeup, skincare and fragrance; product knowledge and application technique experience are highly beneficial.
- Warm interpersonal skills and the ability to build meaningful client connections.
- Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
- Ability to lift and carry boxes, stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks.
- A proven record of delivering exceptional service and personalised recommendations.
- A target-driven mindset and desire to exceed expectations.
- Ability to multitask, prioritise and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required.
Skills
Experience
Experience in retail, customer service or store operations involving cash and stock.
Workplace
This position is based in Oxford, England, UK.
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Benefits
Role- and location-specific allowances, including shoes and lunch; annual salary reviews based on performance and company results; performance-based commission tied to collective store success; employee discount across beauty brands; paid day off on the employee’s birthday; access to a perks and wellbeing platform with discounts and wellness support; generous holiday allowance with the option to buy extra days; product, customer care and development training through SEPHORA University.
Culture
Sephora fosters a dynamic, inclusive workplace where creativity, curiosity, and a passion for beauty are encouraged at every level. As an employer, it is distinguished by its focus on empowerment, continuous learning, and a collaborative retail culture that celebrates individuality and client-centric innovation.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
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