- Location
- 4325 Glenwood Ave, Suite 2088 (View map)Raleigh, NC 27612USA
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $18–20.50/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Aug 17, 2026
About Sephora
Sephora is a global prestige beauty leader, renowned for redefining the retail experience through creativity, inclusivity, and expert service. Founded in France and now part of LVMH, the company brings together an exceptional portfolio of beauty brands with a distinctive culture of discovery and innovation. As an employer, Sephora offers a dynamic, customer-centered environment where talent is encouraged to learn, experiment, and grow across retail, digital, merchandising, operations, and corporate functions. Its teams are united by a passion for beauty, entrepreneurship, and belonging, making Sephora a compelling workplace for professionals seeking impact within a fast-moving international brand.
Sephora seeks a part-time Beauty Advisor for its Raleigh location to deliver personalized beauty consultations, educate clients on cosmetics and trends, and drive sales performance. This role combines client engagement, product expertise, and visual merchandising responsibilities in a fast-paced retail environment, with flexible scheduling around peak retail operations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver personalized beauty consultations and product recommendations tailored to each client's unique needs and skin profile
- Demonstrate comprehensive product expertise and educate clients on beauty techniques, ingredients, and trends to empower their purchasing decisions
- Stay current with emerging beauty trends, new product launches, and application techniques to provide relevant and timely advice
- Drive sales performance by exceeding personal targets and key performance indicators while maintaining authentic client relationships
- Maintain store visual merchandising, inventory accuracy, and a clean, organized, welcoming retail environment
- Foster an inclusive, collaborative team culture where diversity is celebrated and all team members feel valued and empowered
- Uphold Sephora standards and policies to ensure a safe, secure, and enjoyable shopping experience for all clients
- Manage flexible scheduling requirements including availability during peak retail periods (evenings, weekends, and holidays)
Qualifications
- Prior retail, hospitality, or client-facing service experience with a demonstrated track record of excellent customer service
- Authentic passion for beauty, cosmetics, trends, and empowering client confidence
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal abilities
- Collaborative team player with a goal-oriented mindset and thrives in inclusive, dynamic environments
- Quick learner capable of absorbing and articulating complex product knowledge
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly
Skills
Experience
Beginner-level candidates are welcome; prior retail, hospitality, or client-facing service experience is preferred but not strictly required. Demonstrated ability to build rapport and provide excellent service in any professional environment is valued.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 18 to USD 20.50 per hour.
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare and wellbeing benefits available based on eligibility; inclusion and belonging pledge to create a diverse, celebrated beauty community.
Culture
Sephora fosters a dynamic, inclusive workplace where creativity, curiosity, and a passion for beauty are encouraged at every level. As an employer, it is distinguished by its focus on empowerment, continuous learning, and a collaborative retail culture that celebrates individuality and client-centric innovation.
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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