Arabic-Speaking Senior Makeup Specialist – Hermès Parfums & Beauté
Location: Dubai, UAE
Department: Retail – Perfumes & Beauty
About Hermès Parfums & Beauté:
At Hermès, beauty is an object of character, a gesture of style. Hermès Parfums & Beauté creates singular, sensory compositions that celebrate the art of living. We are seeking a passionate artist who embodies this philosophy to join our exclusive team in Dubai.
The Role:
We are looking for an accomplished and eloquent Arabic-Speaking Senior Makeup Specialist to serve as an ambassador of the Hermès beauty aesthetic. This is a multifaceted role that goes beyond traditional makeup application. You will be a maison expert, an educator, and a creator of unforgettable client experiences. Your mission is to express the unique codes of Hermès through artistry, personalized service, and by nurturing the talents of your team.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Advanced Makeup Artistry & Client Service:
- Perform expert, personalized makeup consultations and applications, translating client desires into a signature Hermès look.
- Master and demonstrate the full Hermès Beauté collection (color cosmetics, skincare, and fragrance), providing tailored advice and routines.
- Drive client loyalty and business goals through exceptional service, clienteling, and follow-up.
- Achieve and exceed individual and counter sales targets.
2. Training, Coaching & Team Development:
- Act as a brand and product expert, leading regular training sessions for the Beauty team on new collections, techniques, and product knowledge.
- Coach and mentor Beauty Advisors and Makeup Specialists to elevate their artistry, service skills, and sales performance.
- Be a pillar of support on the counter, fostering a collaborative and excellence-driven team environment.
3. Event Hosting & Brand Expression:
- Plan, host, and execute in-store and off-site events (masterclasses, VIP appointments, launch events) with creativity and operational flawlessness.
- Create captivating visual displays and looks that tell the story of the Hermès Beauté collection.
- Represent the brand with grace, professionalism, and deep knowledge at all public-facing engagements.
4. Retail & Operational Excellence:
- Maintain the highest standards of counter hygiene, visual merchandising, and stock management.
- Provide market feedback and client insights to the Retail and Education Manager.
- Uphold all Hermès policies and procedures.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Language: Fluent in Arabic and English (written and spoken) is essential.
- Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of professional makeup artistry experience, preferably within luxury retail, editorial, or fashion.
- Artistry: A refined, versatile portfolio demonstrating technical expertise in color matching, complexion perfection, and creative expression.
- Leadership: Proven experience in coaching, training, or mentoring others in a retail environment.
- Commercial Acumen: Strong sales performance history with understanding of key retail metrics.
- Personality: Exceptional interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and the innate ability to build trusting relationships with a diverse clientele.
- Brand Alignment: A deep appreciation for the Hermès world, its values of quality, craftsmanship, and timeless elegance.
What We Offer:
- A permanent position within the prestigious Hermès group.
- Extensive training in Parisian beauty artistry and the Hermès philosophy.
- A competitive salary and benefits package, including sales incentives.
- The opportunity to work with exceptional products in an environment that celebrates creativity and service.
- Career development opportunities within the global Hermès network.
