Optical/sales Advisor

Job Overview

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Optometry have an exciting opportunity for an Optical/sales Assistant to join this patient focused optical practice based in the Edinburgh area. The practice is part of a group that is one of the UK’s leading opticians and continues to go from strength to strength. Your main responsibilities will be to work as part of a successful team ensuring that you perform to the best of your abilities. This will mean providing a high level of customer service at all times and to every patient in this busy practice. It is important that you have excellent communication skills, which you will use to build rapport with customers and colleagues over the phone and face to face.

Optical advisor duties to include:

• Handle enquiries from patients
• Friendly and approachable attitude
• Display a friendly, polite and welcoming telephone manner.
• Registration and booking in patients attending the practice for eye examinations.
• Working a part of a team and dealing with queries rapidly, efficiently and professionally
• Making sure Patients are made comfortable and kept informed within the practice
• Efficiently perform pre-examinations
• Dispensing

Key Job Details

• Position Optical/sales Advisor
• Location Edinburgh
• Employment type Part or full time
• Salary 26K+
• Working pattern Weekdays and weekend availability

Financial Incentives

• Bonus

Benefits Package

• Career progression
• Pension
• Health and dental
• Annual leave
• Bonus
• Top of the range equipment and up to date practice
• Full, experienced optical team
• Continued professional development

Candidate Requirements

• Experience within an optical environment
• Confident and patient-focused
• Strong communication
• Experienced dispenser
• Team-oriented

About the Location

Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital city and one of the UK’s most desirable places to live and work. Renowned for its rich history, world‑class festivals, and striking architecture, the city offers a unique blend of heritage and modern innovation. The city consistently ranks highly for quality of life, offering excellent public transport, strong healthcare and education systems, and easy access to green spaces such as Holyrood Park and the Pentland Hills. With a vibrant cultural scene, diverse dining options, and a welcoming international community, Edinburgh is an attractive destination for professionals at all stages of their careers.

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Optometry

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a specialist Optometry recruitment consultancy with over 25 years’ experience supporting Optometrists across the UK & Ireland. We operate a confidential, consultancy-led recruitment model, ensuring discretion for both candidates and employers.

How to Apply

You can apply or request further information in complete confidence via our website. Alternatively, to apply for this Optical/sales Advisor position in Edinburgh, or to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Freephone: 0800 085 0858 Email: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

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