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Christmas Sales Assistant

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

AI generated summary

  • You should have a positive attitude, resilience, teamwork skills, flexibility for shifts, and a passion for perfume and sales.
  • You will greet customers, recommend gifts, promote the loyalty card, gift-wrap items, process transactions, and maintain a tidy, festive store environment.

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 is the pay rate for the Christmas Sales Assistant position?

The pay rate for the Christmas Sales Assistant position ranges from £8.51 to £12.60.

How many hours am I contracted to work for this role?

You will be contracted to work 4 hours.

What responsibilities will I have as a Christmas Sales Assistant?

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

Do I need experience in sales or customer service to apply?

While experience is beneficial, a positive attitude and genuine love for customer service are more important for this role.

Is flexibility in my work hours required?

Yes, you will need to be flexible to work evenings, weekends, and key holiday dates.

What benefits does the job offer?

Benefits include a Christmas Commission Scheme, a 20% staff discount on products, access to Wagestream, wellbeing support, and being part of a supportive team.

Will I receive training for this role?

Yes, training will be provided to help you succeed in your role as a Christmas Sales Assistant.

What is the application process like?

After submitting your application, only successful candidates will be contacted for further steps in the application process.

Is this position inclusive of individuals with disabilities?

Yes, The Perfume Shop is committed to diversity and will provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities during the application or interview process.

Can I apply for other roles if I am not successful in this position?

Yes, you are encouraged to apply for other roles that match your skills and interests if you are not selected for this position.

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.