NARS Resident Senior Artist - Glasgow Boutique (37.5 Hours)

NARS embraces individuality, providing the vivid colour and luxurious texture needed to express personal visions of beauty. Created in 1994 by the iconoclastic makeup artist François Nars, the brand has become a modern cult classic, synonymous with artistry, exquisite design, richly adventurous colour and witty irreverence. With counters across the UK & Ireland and a growing network of standalone stores, NARS is the brand to join for those who want to focus on the future.

Your Next Role: As a Resident Senior Artist you will be bringing this vision to our customers on counter. Your passion for artistry and service, along with personality, is key – we are looking for someone who is creative and able to ensure that each customer has an engaging and individual experience.

• Through one‑to‑one sessions and events, you will use your artistry skills and product expertise to ensure that each customer goes away not only with a bag full of luxurious makeup but also the confidence to use NARS techniques to express their own personal vision of beauty.
• Execute event calendar in collaboration with Lead Artist and Events Manager.
• Manage Pro Program events (Boutiques only).
• Lead on/off‑counter events to drive customer acquisition and sales.
• Identify external partnerships to expand customer reach.
• Develop event strategies and plans with Business Manager.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and external partners.
• Represent NARS as a brand ambassador.
• Achieve your personal sales targets and brand KPI expectations.
• Manage virtual tools: online consultations, masterclasses, social media.
• Report event results and recommend engagement programs.
• Coach artists on customer trends and best practices.
• Maintain active presence on NARS digital platforms.
• Lead team meetings and workshops based on store needs.
• Coach artists on product knowledge, application, and service skills.
• Support management in identifying development opportunities.
• Attend advanced artistry training and brand‑building projects.
• Conduct trade tests for new hires or promotions.

We’ll provide you with all the tools and training you need to ensure that you are able to express your creativity and be the best makeup artist you can be and in return we’ll expect you to be reaching and exceeding your performance targets. As a Resident Senior NARS Artist, you have the power to change the way a client feels about themselves through your actions, communication and the connections that you make. This will be your daily commitment to your clients and yourself.

• Previous experience of working within the retail and beauty industry in high profile locations.
• Proven high level of artistry experience through portfolio (on or off line).
• Professional appearance & grooming standards represent NARS style grooming guidelines.
• Goal oriented with a strong commercial mindset.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organizational skills.
• Understanding of coaching and people development.
• Flexible working days including weekend and evenings.
• On counter leading from the front in excellence in performance to target and an elevated level of artistry and service that exceeds customer expectations.
• Has management experience and has excellent leadership skills.
• Demonstrated growth of appointment business in store.
• Experience of leading an event / outreach strategy with proven results.
• Alignment with our "TRUST 8" Values.

• THINK BIG
• TAKE RISKS
• HANDS ON
• COLLABORATE
• BE OPEN
• ACT WITH INTEGRITY
• BE ACCOUNTABLE
• APPLAUD SUCCESS

• 30 days holiday, including bank holidays, increasing with service.
• Generous discretionary commission scheme.
• Contributory pension scheme – 5% employer contribution.
• Generous product allocation & discount.
• Enhanced parental allowance.
• Life Assurance up to x2 your salary.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Access to Retail Trust.
• Annual performance and development reviews so you know your career is moving in the right direction.

Inclusion: We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our creativity, innovation, and overall success. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability or religion and are proud to promote a culture which supports and appreciates people from all backgrounds. We are always open to flexible working, part time arrangements and any adjustments which you might need to get the best experience whilst at work. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and ensuring that our hiring practices reflect our commitment to diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be recognised as a disability confident employer and have a number of internal employee forums which promote advocacy for our teams. If you need any support or adjustments during your application, please get in touch with us and we will be happy to support you. All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.