Freelance Skincare Advocate & Advisor - Montreal

Medik8 • Montreal, WI

7h • CA$28 - CA$35 • Remote

About The Position

The Freelance Skincare Advocate & Advisor represents Medik8 within Sephora retail locations, driving product sell-through through exceptional client experiences, brand awareness, and education. The role includes educating Sephora Cast Members on Medik8’s CSA Philosophy—Vitamin C, Sunscreen, and Vitamin A—and maintaining a flawless brand presence.

The advocate provides personalized skincare consultations and product recommendations, supports sales goals, executes in-store events and brand activations, and builds partnerships with store teams. They also maintain current skincare and competitor knowledge, uphold merchandising and hygiene standards, and report sales results, client feedback, competitive insights, and event outcomes. The position is remote with proximity to Montreal, and requires travel among retail locations as needed. Employment, payroll, and benefits administration are handled through a third-party Employer of Record or staffing partner.

Requirements

• Ability to speak both English and French.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining strong communication with brand leadership.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and client service skills.
• Proven ability to meet or exceed sales goals.
• Comfort conducting skincare consultations and product demonstrations.
• Strong time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to stand for extended periods during shifts.
• Ability to lift and move event and merchandising materials up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to travel between multiple retail locations as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in skincare, beauty, cosmetics, luxury retail, or sales.
• Passion for skincare and a strong understanding of skincare ingredients and routine building.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized skincare consultations and product recommendations based on client needs and concerns.
• Drive sales and achieve the Sales Per Hour (SPH) goal.
• Educate consumers on the brand philosophy, hero products, ingredients, and skincare routines.
• Execute in-store events, trainings, and brand activations to increase client engagement and sales.
• Build strong partnerships with store and leadership teams.
• Maintain expert knowledge of skincare trends, ingredients, competitors, and industry best practices.
• Uphold merchandising standards, including product presentation, testers, and hygiene compliance.
• Capture and report sales results, client feedback, competitive insights, and event outcomes.
• Represent the brand professionally and embody its values.

What This Job Offers

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