Retail Assistant - Menswear - Full Time Role

Rundle Tailoring; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Exclusive training & development

On site parking

Job summary

Rundle Tailoring in Newcastle is seeking a motivated Retail Assistant for menswear. This full-time role involves delivering exceptional customer service, mounting styling experiences, and assisting with fittings to guarantee the perfect outfit.

The position offers a competitive hourly salary, staff discounts, exclusive training from a fourth-generation tailor, and on-site parking in a family-oriented, heritage-driven boutique.

Qualifications

• Previous retail experience in suiting or fashion.
• Great eye for detail to ensure the perfect fit.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask.
• Excellence in customer service and memorable shopping experiences.
• Confidence styling clients for weddings, formal events, and professional wear.
• Availability to work five days per week, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Merchandising and visual presentation.
• Buying and stock management.
• Formal hire and event styling.
• Tailoring and alterations.

Skills

Retail experience

Eye for detail

Organisational skills

Customer service

Styling for weddings & formal events

Job description

Retail Assistant - Menswear - Full Time Role

Rundle Tailoring has been synonymous with expert craftsmanship and timeless style, helping customers look their best for life’s most important occasions for over 114 years. Founded in 1908, our fourth-generation, family-run business is one of the longest-standing establishments in the Hunter region, known for quality suiting and exceptional service.

We take pride in offering our customers affordable, high-quality, ready-to-wear and made-to-measure suits for men and women, along with our in-house tailoring and alterations services. As a small team, we prioritize genuine customer care delivered in a supportive and inclusive working environment.

We’re looking for a passionate individual to join our Newcastle-based retail team.
Full-time availability (5 days) including weekends is required.

PERKS & BENEFITS

Competitive salary: $30 - $45/hour based on qualifications and experience.

Staff discounts on premium clothing.

Flexibility: Work 5 days per week, including weekends, with the possibility of adjusting days for the ideal candidate.

Exclusive training & development: Unique opportunities to learn the art of fitting and styling suits directly from our 4th-generation tailor.

Be part of an inclusive, small, family-minded business steeped in local heritage.

On site parking provided.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

We are looking for a motivated, detail-oriented, and fashion-conscious individual to join our heritage menswear brand. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic retail team dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences and creating the perfect fit for our customers.

At Rundle Tailoring, we don’t work by KPIs or sales targets—instead, we focus on building relationships and providing personalized, high-quality service. No two days will be the same, as you’ll have the chance to develop and use your skills across various aspects of the fashion and retail industries, including:

Merchandising and visual presentation.

Buying and stock management.

Formal hire and event styling.

Tailoring and alterations.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Previous retail experience in suiting or fashion (highly regarded).

A great eye for detail to ensure the perfect fit.

Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask.

Excellence in customer service, providing a welcoming and memorable shopping experience.

Confidence in styling clients for weddings, formal events, and professional wear.

Availability to work five days per week, including weekends.