Optical Assistant

Optical Assistant

Full-Time 20000 - 25000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Sunglass Hut

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Welcome customers and guide them through their optical journey with precision and care.
  • Company: Join Oliver Peoples, a brand known for timeless design and exceptional craftsmanship.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a supportive team environment and opportunities for personal growth.
  • Other info: Work in a fast-paced yet calm environment, perfect for those who thrive on quality service.
  • Why this job: Be part of a luxury experience that values attention to detail and customer satisfaction.
  • Qualifications: A passion for precision and a knack for guiding customers through technical choices.

The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.

Timeless design. California heritage. Considered precision. Oliver Peoples was founded in 1987, with its first boutique in West Hollywood, California. Rooted in a vintage heritage aesthetic and inspired by the culture of Los Angeles, fashion, film, art and music, the brand is known for refined design, exceptional materials, exclusive product details and superior lens technology. In store, that reputation is protected and elevated through every detail. From the way we welcome, to the precision behind every fit, to the confidence we give our customers in their vision – nothing is rushed, nothing is overlooked.

What You’ll Do

  • Welcoming customers with warmth and presence, creating a calm and considered environment from the moment they enter.
  • Supporting the full optical journey with accuracy and care, ensuring prescriptions, measurements and fittings are executed flawlessly.
  • Guiding customers through frame and lens choices with confidence, balancing technical expertise with a refined, personal approach.
  • Ensuring every product is presented, adjusted and finished to the highest standard, where precision defines the experience.
  • Maintaining an organised, detail‑focused approach to compliance, administration and store standards.
  • Working in harmony with the wider team to ensure a smooth, elevated experience across every touchpoint.
  • Remaining composed and attentive in busy moments, never compromising on quality or care.
  • Continuously building knowledge of optical, materials and craftsmanship to strengthen your expertise.

What You’ll Bring

  • Take pride in precision and understand that the smallest details define a luxury experience.
  • Deliver service with quiet confidence, polished, attentive and never transactional.
  • Have a natural ability to reassure and guide customers through technical conversations with ease.
  • Value exclusivity and understand how to create a more personal, one‑to‑one experience.
  • Are organised, focused and committed to doing things properly, every time.
  • Bring a calm, thoughtful approach, even in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Are curious, open to learning, and committed to refining your craft.

Why join Oliver Peoples

Because this is a brand built on design purity, exceptional craftsmanship and timeless modernity, where the in‑store experience must feel as elevated and exclusive as the product itself. You’ll be part of a team that values considered service, technical precision, and a standard of delivery that reflects the quiet confidence of true luxury.

Discover your next role if you’re ready to deliver an optical experience that is precise, elevated and genuinely exclusive.

Optical Assistant employer: Sunglass Hut

Sunglass Hut is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and energetic work culture, where team members are encouraged to express their individuality while achieving sales goals. With competitive pay, commission opportunities, and unique perks like free sunglasses and friends & family discounts, employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Located in a fast-paced retail environment, Sunglass Hut offers real career progression and the chance to make a global impact through initiatives like OneSight, making it a rewarding place to work.

Sunglass Hut

Contact Details:

Sunglass Hut Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Optical Assistant

Communication Skills
Adaptability
Problem-Solving Skills
Attention to Detail
Time Management
Self-Motivation
Sales Skills