Salary: £30k per year + bonuses
Reference: VAC-25474
Optical Assistant – Central London
Boutique Independent Opticians
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000
To apply for this position, you must have previous experience within a premium optical environment and be confident dispensing high-end eyewear to a discerning clientele.
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Optical Assistant to join a luxury boutique independent opticians based in Central London. This is a rare opportunity to work within a truly premium environment, representing some of the world’s most exclusive eyewear collections alongside a highly experienced and passionate team.
This practice is renowned for its attention to detail, exceptional patient experience, and carefully curated eyewear brands — many of which feature exotic and bespoke materials including precious metals, buffalo horn, titanium, wood, and handcrafted luxury finishes.
What’s On Offer
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Salary between £28,000 - £30,000 depending on experience
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Bonus and commission opportunities
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Work with luxury and exclusive eyewear collections
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Supportive and professional team environment
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Excellent Central London location
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Ongoing product and brand training
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Career development opportunities within luxury optics
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Staff discounts
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Modern boutique practice environment
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Holiday allowance including bank holidays
The Role
This is a patient-focused and fashion-led position where attention to detail and presentation are absolutely key.
You will be responsible for delivering a truly personalised dispensing experience while confidently guiding patients through bespoke frame and lens options.
Your duties will include:
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Dispensing premium and luxury eyewear collections
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Advising patients on frame styling, lens options, and bespoke products
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Working with exotic materials including horn, precious metals, titanium, and handcrafted collections
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Delivering a high-end customer experience from consultation through to collection
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Taking accurate measurements and ensuring precise fittings
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Carrying out adjustments, aftercare, and troubleshooting
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Maintaining exceptional presentation standards throughout the practice
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Building strong relationships with returning clients and VIP customers
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Staying current with the latest eyewear trends, fashion brands, and industry developments
What We’re Looking For
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Previous experience within luxury or high-end optical dispensing is essential
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Strong knowledge of premium eyewear brands and bespoke products
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Ideally experienced working with exotic frame materials such as horn, gold, titanium, or handcrafted collections
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Fashion-conscious with an excellent sense of style and presentation
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Confident communicating with high-end clientele
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Strong attention to detail and pride in delivering exceptional service
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Professional, polished, and personable approach
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Passionate about eyewear, fashion, and luxury retail
This opportunity would suit somebody who genuinely enjoys the luxury side of optics and takes pride in delivering a more bespoke and relationship-led experience rather than a volume-driven environment.
To Apply
Contact Marc at Inspired Recruitment Group on 0121 778 6999
WhatsApp: 07926454965
Email: [email protected]
Website: Inspired Recruitment Group
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