- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
About Bobbi Brown
Founded in 1991 by renowned makeup artist Bobbi Brown, the brand has become a global prestige beauty house celebrated for effortless artistry, skin-focused innovation, and a philosophy that empowers individuals to look and feel like themselves. As an employer, Bobbi Brown offers a dynamic environment within The Estée Lauder Companies, where creativity, product expertise, client service, and education are highly valued. Its teams span retail, artistry, marketing, digital, product development, and corporate functions, united by a commitment to authenticity, inclusivity, and modern beauty. The brand attracts professionals who are passionate about craftsmanship, confidence, and meaningful consumer experiences.
Bobbi Brown Cosmetics seeks a highly skilled Beauty Advisor to deliver an inspirational and personalized in-store experience at the John Lewis Edinburgh St James location. The role combines creative expertise, technical proficiency, and a passion for customer engagement to educate and delight clients. The successful candidate will work collaboratively within a high-performing team to execute in-store events and maintain the brand's premium visual merchandising standards.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver personalized and inspirational makeup application and beauty consultations to customers in-store
- Educate customers on Bobbi Brown products and techniques to enhance their purchasing decisions
- Execute in-store events and promotional activities as part of a high-performing team
- Maintain the store's visual merchandising standards to ensure premium brand presentation and competitive positioning
- Operate retail point-of-sale systems and process customer transactions accurately
- Work flexible retail hours including days, evenings, weekends, and special events
Qualifications
- Certification in makeup artistry or previous retail makeup experience preferred
- Demonstrated high level of creative and technical expertise in makeup application
- Ability to provide inspirational, authentic, and personalized customer service
- Proficiency with retail point-of-sale software
- Right to live and work in the United Kingdom
- Ability to work flexible retail hours including weekends and special events
Skills
Experience
Certification in makeup artistry or previous retail makeup experience is desirable; however, candidates with amateur-level experience who can demonstrate strong creative and technical expertise are encouraged to apply.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent. Makeup artistry certification or formal training is desirable but not required.
Workplace
The role is situated in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK.
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Culture
Bobbi Brown fosters an inclusive, artistry-led culture rooted in confidence, authenticity, and the belief that beauty should enhance individuality. As an employer, the brand values education, collaboration, and entrepreneurial energy, empowering teams to deliver approachable luxury and meaningful customer experiences.
About Cerulean
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