Lead Makeup Artist - Pat McGrath - Full Time - Exchange

Job Introduction

For more than two decades, Pat McGrath has been concepting, launching and developing luxury cosmetic brands, countless runway shows, breakthrough advertising campaigns and editorial spreads.

With a creative vision that’s made her a tour de force that touches everything from couture to club kids and street culture; her influence is everywhere, from screen to stage to digital: it’s undeniable, Pat McGrath knows no boundaries.

We are looking for a full-time Lead Makeup Artist to join our fabulous team at Selfridges Exchange Square!

A bit about the role

At Selfridges we promise to surprise, amaze and amuse our customer’s everyday by delivering an exceptional customer experience in the most beautiful setting, and working with the most amazing team members. Here at Selfridges, we are always pushing the boundaries of creativity and looking for talented individuals to help the shop floor come alive.

Provide expert application of Pat McGrath Lab cosmetics from everyday looks to special events
With training provided, we expect you to maintain specialised product knowledge and reinforce the Pat McGrath application techniques with your team
An expert in cosmetics, you will share your knowledge to provide our customers with exceptional and personalised service
Work as part of a team focused on creating a memorable customer experience. From selling and replenishing stock, cashing up and organising rails, to hosting, you understand there is more to the customer experience than just selling
Manage customer feedback, and use it constructively to continually raise the bar for service, sales and retail standards in your area
Adapt to the challenges that vary from day to day. A flexible role, you may be required to work on different departments, taking your service excellence and collaborative spirit with you
Use your natural curiosity to stay ahead of the latest trends by taking every opportunity to expand your knowledge of products and competitors
Understand and follow health, safety and security procedures, and play an active role in preventing stock loss

A bit about you

Experienced Makeup Artist with a minimum of 1 years’ experience
Comprehensive knowledge of current beauty trends and latest products
A great communicator. You will be able to positively engage with all types of customers (domestic and international) with varying needs and requirements
Well Informed. You will develop excellent product knowledge by following trends and being aware of our competitor’s activity, along with taking part in supplier training
Known to be a sales and service expert. You’ll use these skills to deliver the extraordinary each and every time and take the initiative to provide additional services where appropriate
Flexible. Responsive to business needs, you are happy and comfortable to take responsibility for tasks that may go beyond the role expectation
An example of our values, a trusted and respected colleague

This guide represents a summary of the role, however all team members are expected to be flexible in the work they undertake, which may change from time to time, according to the needs of the business