- Location
- Eastbourne England UK
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Supervisor
- 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.
Counter Manager for Clinique at Boots in Eastbourne will lead a sales team to achieve revenue, customer service, and operational targets across a prestige beauty counter. The successful candidate will develop and execute strategic business plans including in-store events, customer relationship management, and team recruitment and retention. This first-line management role offers exposure to business planning, consumer insights, and marketing within the luxury beauty retail environment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of Sales Associates to meet all sales, customer service, and operational objectives
- Create and execute agile business plans focused on strategic customer targeting and retention
- Plan and execute impactful in-store events and promotional campaigns
- Manage customer relationship management initiatives to enhance brand loyalty and sales performance
- Recruit, develop, and retain high-performing sales team members
- Monitor financial performance and manage counter resources effectively
- Maintain high standards of stock management, visual merchandising, and compliance
- Report on business performance metrics and consumer insights to senior management
Qualifications
- Proven retail sales experience with demonstrated success in target achievement
- Strong team leadership and coaching capabilities
- Experience in strategic planning and execution within a retail or beauty environment
- Proficiency with computerised systems, email, and Microsoft Excel
- Ability to develop and manage financial plans
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and customer service expertise
- High attention to detail and organisational abilities
Skills
Experience
Minimum 2–3 years of retail sales experience, with evidence of progression towards supervisory or management responsibilities. Prior experience in prestige beauty or luxury retail is advantageous. Candidates must demonstrate a track record of consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets and show capability in developing and motivating retail teams.
Education
Secondary education or equivalent. Retail management certification or equivalent vocational training is preferred but not essential.
Workplace
This position is based in Eastbourne, England, UK, within easy reach of London.
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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
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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