- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
About Clinique
Clinique, founded in 1968 and part of The Estée Lauder Companies, is a pioneering prestige beauty brand built on dermatologist-developed skincare, rigorous testing, and a promise of effective, individualized care. As an employer, Clinique offers professionals the opportunity to contribute to a globally respected house where science, service, and innovation meet. Its teams are united by a commitment to skin expertise, inclusive beauty, and trusted client relationships, whether in retail, education, marketing, product development, or corporate functions. Employees join a culture that values precision, learning, collaboration, and the confidence that comes from helping people achieve healthy, radiant skin.
A creative and customer-focused beauty professional role at Clinique, based at Boots Harrogate. The position combines makeup artistry with in-store styling and personalized customer consultation, requiring both technical expertise and exceptional interpersonal skills. Part-time candidates will work flexible retail hours including evenings, weekends, and special events within a high-performing beauty team.
Role & Responsibilities
- Provide personalized makeup consultations and applications to customers, combining creative expertise with technical precision
- Create an inspirational and welcoming in-store experience that educates customers on Clinique products and beauty techniques
- Collaborate with team members to execute in-store events and promotional activities that drive engagement and sales
- Maintain visual merchandising standards across the counter to ensure an attractive, competitive presentation
- Operate retail point-of-sale systems accurately and efficiently during transactions
- Demonstrate Clinique brand values of authenticity, quality, and customer-centricity in all interactions
Qualifications
- Qualification in makeup artistry or previous retail makeup experience (preferred but not required)
- Ability to demonstrate creative and technical expertise in makeup application
- Proven ability to deliver inspirational, authentic, and personalized customer service
- Flexibility to work retail hours including days, evenings, weekends, and special events
- Experience with retail point-of-sale software
- Proof of right to live and work in the United Kingdom
Skills
Experience
While formal makeup artistry certification or previous retail makeup experience is preferred, applications from candidates with amateur-level makeup expertise who can demonstrate strong creative and technical ability are welcomed.
Education
No formal educational qualification required; makeup artistry certification or equivalent training is preferred but not mandatory.
Workplace
This position is based in Harrogate, England, UK, within easy reach of Leeds.
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Culture
Clinique fosters a science-led, service-oriented workplace where teams are encouraged to combine dermatological expertise with empathy and personalized care. As part of a global prestige beauty environment, the brand values inclusivity, continuous learning, and high standards of professionalism, empowering employees to help clients feel confident in their skin.
About Cerulean
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