- Location
- Fort McMurray Alberta Canada
- Employment
- Per-Diem
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $17.75–28.55/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
About Estée Lauder Companies
The Estée Lauder Companies is a global leader in prestige beauty, founded in 1946 by Estée and Joseph Lauder and built on an enduring belief in creativity, high-touch service, and entrepreneurial spirit. As an employer, the Group offers talent the scale of an international house with the energy of distinctive brands across skincare, makeup, fragrance, and hair care. Its culture values innovation, inclusion, learning, and responsible growth, inviting professionals to shape consumer experiences from laboratory to counter, digital platform to boardroom. Employees join a purpose-led organization where heritage, artistry, and scientific excellence meet to define the future of luxury beauty.
Estée Lauder Companies seeks a skilled freelance sales associate to deliver personalized beauty consultations across makeup, skincare, hair, and fragrance categories in a dynamic retail environment. The role combines creative and technical expertise to craft welcoming in-store experiences while maintaining visual merchandising standards and participating in promotional events. Certification in makeup artistry or prior beauty retail experience is advantageous but not required; the company provides comprehensive training and development opportunities for candidates with varying levels of expertise.
Role & Responsibilities
- Provide expert makeup application, skincare advice, hair consultations, and fragrance recommendations tailored to individual customer needs
- Create an inspiring, personalized shopping experience that educates and delights customers while building loyalty to Estée Lauder brands
- Contribute to in-store visual merchandising and ensure the sales floor consistently reflects high standards of presentation and organization
- Participate in planned in-store events and promotions to drive brand engagement and sales performance
- Operate retail point-of-sale systems accurately and efficiently
- Maintain flexibility to work retail hours including evenings, weekends, and special events in a fast-paced environment
Qualifications
- Ability to demonstrate high-level creative and technical expertise in beauty consultation
- 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 legal right to live and work in Canada
- Amateur or professional retail experience in beauty or fashion preferred
Skills
Experience
Amateur-level or professional retail experience in beauty, cosmetics, or prestige retail is preferred. Candidates without formal retail experience but demonstrating strong creative and technical expertise in beauty consultation are encouraged to apply.
Education
Certification in makeup artistry or professional beauty training is desirable but not required. High school diploma or equivalent is typical for entry-level retail positions in Canada.
Workplace
The role is situated in Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada — conveniently close to Edmonton.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from CAD 17.75 to CAD 28.55 per hour.
Benefits
Health insurance coverage (medical, dental, and vision), wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, competitive incentive compensation and commission programs available based on plan eligibility.
Culture
The Estée Lauder Companies fosters a collaborative, inclusive workplace where creativity, entrepreneurial thinking, and a passion for prestige beauty are deeply valued. As a global house of distinctive brands, it offers employees an environment that encourages innovation, professional growth, and a shared commitment to excellence and consumer inspiration.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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