- Location
- Ballito KwaZulu-Natal South Africa
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
About Clarins
Founded in Paris in 1954 by Jacques Courtin-Clarins, Clarins is a family-owned beauty house renowned for its plant-inspired skincare, makeup and spa expertise. Combining scientific research with a close understanding of customers’ needs, the brand has built an international presence while preserving its French heritage. As an employer, Clarins brings together specialists across research, product development, manufacturing, retail and corporate functions, united by a commitment to quality and service. Its emphasis on responsible beauty, innovation and long-term stewardship offers a distinctive professional environment for those seeking to contribute to an established beauty house with an entrepreneurial spirit.
Clarins seeks a Beauty Advisor for its Edgars Ballito counter to deliver personalized beauty consultations and product demonstrations, develop customer loyalty, support CRM and sales performance, and maintain high operational and merchandising standards. The role also contributes to launches, counter events, and in-store activations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver Clarins’ CARE Selling Ceremony by leading consultations, personalizing beauty rituals, understanding customer concerns, demonstrating products in line with Clarins protocols, recommending cross-sells and samples, handling product objections, and conducting one-to-one remote consultations using Distance Care principles.
- Collect, record, and maintain accurate customer data while observing confidentiality.
- Support store-level CRM activities and use the recall system.
- Recommend product combinations and alternatives.
- Stay informed about brand information and share relevant updates with customers.
- Follow beauty trends and competitor news.
- Promote Clarins’ social media presence and e-commerce availability as part of the brand’s 360° presence.
- Understand sales KPIs and activate the levers needed to achieve required goals.
- Report daily sales, highlighting difficulties and recommendations.
- Follow grooming and styling guidelines, wear the Clarins uniform at all times, and maintain high personal hygiene standards.
- Execute POS processes and use POS tools correctly to maximize efficiency.
- Contribute to POS administration and maintain high hygiene standards.
- Implement in-store merchandising guidelines.
- Maintain optimum stock levels for products, testers, samples, and disposable sales tools.
- Contribute to the execution of product launches, ongoing trade marketing activations, and in-store events.
- Participate in team goals, planning, and counter events, maximize new launches, and build customer loyalty.
Qualifications
- 1–2 years of beauty-related and/or retail experience.
- Knowledge of Clarins products, including skincare and makeup application, is advantageous.
- Good level of education.
- Knowledge of English or an additional language.
- Passion for beauty, with strong interest in and curiosity about news, brands, and competitors.
- Passion for selling.
Skills
Experience
1–2 years of beauty-related and/or retail experience
Education
Good level of education
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, with easy access to Durban.
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Culture
As a family-owned French beauty group, Clarins combines an entrepreneurial spirit with a culture rooted in botanical expertise, scientific innovation and close attention to customers. Its workplace values collaboration, the transmission of know-how and a shared commitment to responsible beauty, connecting professional excellence with care for people and nature.
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