Retail Optical Assistant
Newcastle, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom · Full Time
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- 6 days ago
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Job description
Job Overview
Join Vision Express, a premier eyewear and medical technology innovator, as a Retail Optical Assistant in Newcastle, England. This role offers an opportunity to deliver exceptional customer service in eye care, working with renowned brands such as Ray-Ban, Meta, Oakley, Prada, and Nuance.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide personalized and confident advice to customers on products.
- Learn skills for fitting, adjusting frames, and performing minor repairs.
- Assist with pre-screening eye tests utilizing the latest optical technology.
- Maintain store operations through administrative and support duties.
Benefits and Perks
- £350 credit towards frames or designer sunglasses, with unlimited lens spending.
- 33 days of holiday with options to buy or sell additional days.
- Discounts for family and friends plus complimentary eye tests.
- Support for employee wellbeing and opportunities to contribute globally through the OneSight Foundation.
- Additional monthly bonuses based on performance, ranging from £85 to £520, with uncapped potential for high achievers.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Confident in engaging with customers and suggesting suitable products.
- Enthusiastic about eyewear fashion and comfortable using digital technologies.
- A team-oriented individual with a proactive, positive attitude.
- Effective communicator who listens carefully to customer needs.
About Vision Express
As a reputable optical retailer with over 590 locations in the UK, Ireland, and Jersey, Vision Express is part of the EssilorLuxottica group, emphasizing innovation and career advancement in the optical and med-tech sectors.