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The Perfume Shop

29d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Sales & Business Development
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must have a positive attitude, love customer service, be resilient and flexible, thrive in a busy environment, and possess a passion for perfume and sales.
  • You will greet customers, recommend gifts, promote loyalty cards, gift-wrap, handle transactions, and maintain a tidy, festive store.

Requirements

  • A positive, can-do attitude and a genuine love for customer service.
  • Resilience! — you’ll be on your feet and in the thick of it!
  • A team player who thrives in a busy, high-energy environment.
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and key holiday dates.
  • A passion for perfume and a flair for sales.

Responsibilities

  • Greet every customer with a warm welcome.
  • Confidently recommend products and help customers find the perfect gift.
  • Promote our exclusive loyalty card to boost customer savings and brand loyalty.
  • Gift-wrap like a pro — ribbons, wrapping, and all the festive trimmings.
  • Handle payments and transactions quickly and accurately.
  • Keep the store looking magical — tidy, stocked, and sparkling.

FAQs

What are the pay rates for the Christmas Sales Assistant position?

The pay rates for the Christmas Sales Assistant position range from £9.71 to £13.85.

How many contracted hours are required for this position?

The contracted hours for the Christmas Sales Assistant position are 8 hours.

What responsibilities will I have as a Christmas Sales Assistant?

As a Christmas Sales Assistant, you will greet customers, recommend products, promote the loyalty card, gift-wrap items, handle payments, and maintain the store's appearance.

What qualities are you looking for in a candidate?

We are looking for candidates with a positive attitude, resilience, teamwork skills, flexibility in working hours, and a passion for perfume and sales.

Is prior experience in retail necessary for this role?

While prior experience in retail is beneficial, it is not explicitly required. A genuine love for customer service and a willingness to learn are important.

What kind of support is available for employee wellbeing?

We offer round-the-clock wellbeing support through our partnership with RetailTrust and access to Wagestream for financial wellbeing needs.

Will there be opportunities for commissions and discounts?

Yes, you will have access to a fantastic Christmas Commission Scheme for your hard work, along with a 20% staff discount on products and exclusive customer offers.

Are flexible working hours available during the holiday season?

Yes, flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and key holiday dates is expected for this role.

Will I receive accommodation during the application process if I have a disability?

Yes, we ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process.

How will I be notified if my application is successful?

Due to the high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted regarding their application status.

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The Perfume Shop

We're The Perfume People With Plenty Of Talent, Passion And Spark

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1991
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Perfume Shop has been a leader in perfume retail sales since 1992. Starting with three stores in Birmingham Bullring, Belfast, and Milton Keynes, we have expanded to over 200 locations across the UK and Ireland, offering a wide range of designer brands, classic and celebrity perfumes, aftershaves, and body products at competitive prices with outstanding service! There are c.200 people based in our Head Office in High Wycombe, with c.70 working in our Distribution Centre based in Dunstable. Driven by our mission to share our genuine passion for perfume and people, we strive to offer the most knowledgeable perfume expertise on the high street. With our highly trained teams, we make sure that every customer receives incredible service, all to make The Perfume Shop the nations favourite Offline plus Online perfume retailer. At The Perfume Shop, we are committed to our employees, our Perfume People. We prioritise fair pay and a supportive work environment, and proud to be recognised by the real Living Wage Foundation in the UK and have been awarded ‘Top Employer’ status in the UK by the Top Employers Institute. We invest in our team through apprenticeships and learning programs, cultivating expertise in perfume knowledge and customer service excellence. We celebrate the Talent, Passion and Spark of our people at every opportunity. We are actively engaged in social responsibility initiatives, supporting charitable causes such as Alzheimer’s Research UK, Look Good Feel Better, Operation Smile, and the Marie Keating Foundation. We prioritize environmental sustainability, with initiatives like our bottle recycling service, multibrand refill station, and eco-friendly packaging for online deliveries.