Client Consultant - Makeup Artist, Beauty Concierge (FT & PT)

As a Client Consultant, you are an essential part of a team that delivers the extraordinary to our customers. As a Retail team member and an expert of all things Selfridges, you are fully knowledgeable of everything about the store including the latest events and services that only Selfridges can offer. Based in your department, you will create memorable experiences by understanding reasons to visit for all our customers, as well as deepening relationships and growing your client book, whilst maintaining the highest of retail standards.As a Client Consultant you will:Advise and recommend customers on Beauty products tailored to their specific needs. Carry out makeup looks and demonstration where necessaryCreate the extraordinary by identifying and connecting with potential clients shopping in your department and be able to quickly assess and cater to their needs in the momentWork as part of a team focused on creating a memorable customer experience. From selling and replenishing stock, cashing up and organising rails, to hosting and ensuring accurate data capture at POS and encouraging opt in you understand there is more to the customer experience than just sellingDedicate time to building a client base within your division and nurturing long-term relationships through proactive client development. You’ll do this through personalised updates to your clients on new products and experiences based on preferences and interests with a focus on driving OB brands & your divisions key productsElevate our customers’ experiences by providing a seamless connection/introduction to the rest of the store including with our Brand Partners for whom you are a recognised and trusted member of the teamManage customer feedback, and use it constructively to continually raise the bar for service, sales and retail standards in your areaUse your natural curiosity to stay ahead of the latest trends by taking every opportunity to expand your knowledge of products and competitors, striving to be an expert in your divisionUnderstand and follow health, safety and security procedures, and play an active role in preventing stock lossA bit about you:Strong Makeup Artistry skills and experienceA great communicator. You will adapt your style and service to suit customer needs and preference. You personalise all communication with clients and keep My Yellow Book updated to enable you to demonstrate a deep knowledge of their preferences & interestsA sales and service expert. You’ll act as a personal concierge to your clients by quickly assessing their needs and delivering an exceptional service; introducing them to colleagues where appropriateWell Informed. You are an expert in your division, and you demonstrate excellent product knowledge. You are aware of store events services  and reasons to visit that may appeal to your established and prospective clientsConnected. You understand the importance of building relationships across the shop floor. You know exactly who to take a client to when you need extra product knowledge or to continue their experience across the store.Curious. You will seek to discover more about your clients and their preferences, and you will seek opportunities to stay ahead of latest trends and expand your product knowledge outside of your division.Tech savvy. You embrace the clienteling tools available to you to manage your client book and you understand the importance of using an omni-channel approachA proud shopkeeper. You understand there are various elements of your role. From maintaining a clean and tidy environment, helping with cashing up and supporting the wider team when needed, you will be flexible in your roleFlexible. Responsive to business needs, you are happy and comfortable to take responsibility for tasks that may go beyond the role expectationAn example of our values, a trusted and respected team memberThis guide represents a summary of the role, however all team members are expected to be flexible in the work they undertake and department location, which may change from time to time, according to the needs of the business

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