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Full Time Sales Assistant (6 Month FTC)

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

Requirements

  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Have at least 1 year solid luxury retail experience
  • Leadership and motivational skills
  • Be commercially aware and possess in depth experience of working towards KPIs
  • Ability to plan, prioritise and cope under pressure

Responsibilities

  • To provide exemplary customer service and offer advice on products
  • Communicate retail standards across the store
  • Liaise and build relationships with clients

FAQs

What is the duration of the employment for the Sales Assistant position?

The position is for a fixed term of 6 months.

What is the hourly wage for the Sales Assistant role?

The competitive wage for the Sales Assistant position is £12 per hour.

What type of experience is required for this role?

Candidates should have at least 1 year of solid experience in luxury retail, leather goods, or accessories.

What are the key responsibilities of the Sales Assistant?

The key responsibilities include providing exemplary customer service, advising on products, communicating retail standards, and building relationships with clients.

Are there any specific skills needed for this role?

Yes, we are looking for excellent interpersonal skills, leadership abilities, commercial awareness, and the ability to plan and cope under pressure.

What benefits do employees receive?

Benefits include commission, uniform allowance, staff discounts, training, health and wellbeing support, a cycle to work scheme, generous annual leave, a pension scheme, and opportunities for skill development and career progression.

Is there room for career advancement within the company?

Yes, there are opportunities to develop new skills and progress in your career at Vivienne Westwood.

Does the company have a policy on diversity and inclusion?

Yes, Vivienne Westwood is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.

When should applicants apply for this position?

Applications may close before the deadline, so candidates are encouraged to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Is there a privacy statement available for applicants?

Yes, the privacy statement can be found via the link provided in the job description.

Fashion & Arts
Industry
201-500
Employees
1971
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Founded in the 1970s, the Vivienne Westwood brand offers a wide range of clothing, accessories, and footwear for men and women, characterised by bold prints, unconventional silhouettes, and exquisite craftsmanship. From statement-making dresses and tailored suits to edgy outerwear and accessories adorned with the brand's signature orb logo, Vivienne Westwood's collections reflect a unique blend of glamour and sophistication. With a commitment to sustainability and ethical fashion practices, it advocates for environmental conservation and social justice.

Culture & Values

  • We strive to make quality products that respect people and the planet with every design decision by focusing on four key areas: Gaia, Quality not Quantity, Activism, Culture & Heritage. These core values inform every decision across our business & design and reflect the way we work & behave towards each other every day.

  • We use our collections, collaborations and catwalk shows as a platform to capture the imagination, and as an energizing force to promote awareness and campaign for positive activism. We strive to make our clothes with greater care, keeping heritage, craftmanship and tradition alive through innovative design. We call on our community to engage with the world we live in through appreciation of Arts & Culture.

  • We use our brand voice to raise awareness of the environmental impact of overconsumption, urging people to buy less and buy better quality clothes, while creating collections that meet this standard.