Optical Sales Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are an independent opticians based in East London. We have been looking after our community eyes for over 15 years, maintaining a high level of service is paramount. We are a small team which means your opinions and experience matter. All training is done in house personally with the optician, where you can freely discuss any matter of training and create a pathway suitable to your ability or goal.
We are looking to take on an Optical sales advisor with experience. You will be required to demonstrate a very high level of customer service skill, keeping our customer in the centre of every decision. You should be able to sell to high levels and be able to work in a target based environment. You will require excellent communication skills be able to communicate with customers about optical product and with the manager / director regarding store performance. You will be expected to contribute to store plans and help implement ideas. You will need to be trustworthy and honest. Time management and punctuality is essential.
For the right candidate there is scope for really, fast growth within the company.
We know your success is our success. There is in house training and for serious candidates who which to pursue this on a career level out house training can be negotiated.
We provide lots of staff incentives, Free and discounted eyewear. Multistore discounts and staff bonuses. We also provide free professional counselling services for the wellbeing of all our staff.
Proven history and reference of relevant experience will required.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Part-time hours: 37.5 per week
Salary: £9.80-£12.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Employee discount
- Store discount
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Performance bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- East London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Optical: 3 years (preferred)
- Sales: 3 years (preferred)
- Customer service: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: OAMAR23
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Optical Sales Assistant roles across Lais opticians's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
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STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £10 - £12 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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