As an Optometrist at Vision Express, you’ll work with world‑class technology including automated refraction, non‑contact tonometry, automated keratometry, a fundus camera, a visual field analyser, OCT and automated phoropters.
We are committed to our "See More, Be More" ethos, maximizing our customers’ lifestyles through appropriate eye care and eyewear solutions. In our stores you support this mission while working with advanced equipment.
Although the role has advertised hours, we welcome flexibility. If you prefer a schedule that accommodates your school run or a compressed week, we are open to discussing flexible options.
Who are we?
Vision Express operates over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, ranging from busy city‑centre flagship locations to village stores and coastal sites. We are part of the EssilorLuxottica family, the global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses. We carry iconic brands such as Ray‑Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, plus more than 20 licensed brands.
Qualifications
* Experience testing patients’ eyes and eyesight, providing specialist eyecare or eyewear recommendations.
* Excellent communication skills, translating professional terminology into patient‑friendly language.
* Ability to work collaboratively with the entire store team.
* Capability to handle pressure and challenging situations in a fast‑paced retail environment.
* Confidence, passion, drive and enthusiasm.
Benefits
* Basic salary up to £70,000 (subject to experience and location).
* An additional £4,000 car allowance.
* Sales and performance‑based bonus.
* Targeted incentives.
* Competitive pension scheme.
* Private medical cover for you and your family.
* Life assurance – 4× basic annual salary.
* Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one.
* Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation.
* Discounts for friends and family.
* Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential support and advice.
* Ongoing CPD and personal development opportunities.
* Additional overtime paid at 80% of the locum rate.
* Access to world‑leading technology and top‑class working environments.
* Coverage of professional fees such as GOC and ABDO.
* 33 days annual leave (increasing with length of service), plus the option to buy or sell holiday.
* Flexible health‑related benefits including a Health Cash plan, additional life cover, critical illness cover and a dental plan.
* Opportunities to join the company‑wide ECP community for knowledge sharing.
* Flexible lifestyle benefits such as Gymflex, Dining Cards, discounted travel insurance, experience days and discounted bicycles through a Cycle‑to‑Work scheme.
* And so much more!
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Sales, Consulting, and Health Care Provider
Industry: Retail
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