Front of House Ambassador

Harrods; Knightsbridge; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive pay and benefits package

Job summary

Harrods is seeking a personable Green Man/Woman to welcome guests at our Knightsbridge store, delivering a seamless arrival and departure experience while embodying the Harrods brand. You will guide customers with knowledge of the store, services and nearby attractions, connecting them with the right people and experiences.

In this fully on-site role, you will collaborate with teams across the business to create memorable moments, support VIP experiences and uphold our high standards of

Qualifications

• Be calm and composed under pressure, remaining professional and adaptable.
• Collaborate with and support colleagues across the business to ensure customers enjoy a seamless journey.
• Be highly presentable and professional, you understand the importance of representing the Harrods brand and consistently role model our standards, values and behaviours.
• Be resilient and proactive, you take ownership for finding solutions, overcoming challenges and supporting customers wherever possible.

Responsibilities

• Deliver seamless arrival and departure experiences.
• Guide customers using your knowledge of the store, services and surrounding area.
• Connect customers with people, products and experiences most relevant to their needs.
• Coordinate across teams to support VIP experiences, store events and service initiatives while maintaining Harrods’ high standards.

Skills

Welcoming nature

People skills

Rapport building

Observant

Judgement

Curiosity

Brand ambassador

Job description

The Green Man/Woman is a custodian of the Harrods brand experience, playing a vital role in creating the moments that define a customer's visit, from the first welcome to the final farewell. Positioned at the heart of our iconic entrances, you will play a key role in shaping both the beginning and end of the customer journey. Through a warm welcome, expert guidance and thoughtful support at departure, you will help create memorable experiences that leave customers feeling valued, cared for and looking forward to returning. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys interacting with people, thrives in a dynamic environment and takes pride in representing a world-renowned luxury brand. Combining the warmth of hospitality with the energy of luxury retail, you will help create memorable moments that shape first and lasting impressions for our customers. In return, you will have the opportunity to develop valuable customer experience and hospitality skills while contributing to the exceptional service standards that make Harrods iconic.

About the Role

The Green Man/Woman is responsible for delivering a seamless arrival and departure experience, ensuring customers feel supported, confident and cared for at key moments of their visit. Acting as a trusted point of reference, you will use your knowledge of the store, services and surrounding area to guide customers, answer enquiries and connect them with the people, products and experiences most relevant to their needs. You will develop a deep understanding of customer behaviour, using strong situational awareness and sound judgement to anticipate needs, identify opportunities to assist and adapt your approach to a diverse range of customers and situations. Working closely with teams across the business, you will help coordinate and support exceptional customer journeys, contributing to VIP experiences, store events and service initiatives while maintaining the high standards of hospitality, professionalism and presentation that define Harrods. Through every interaction, you will act as a visible ambassador of the brand, helping to create an environment where customers feel welcome, valued and eager to return. This role is fully on site, working 4 out of the 7 days a week. Please see our Hybrid@Harrods policy on our Career Site for more information or speak to a member of our Talent Acquisition team if you have any questions regarding the requirements for this role.

About You

We are looking for a naturally welcoming and people-focused individual to join our Green Team. You enjoy engaging with people and creating positive experiences through genuine and meaningful connections, are confident and approachable, and able to build rapport quickly with a diverse international customer base. Observant and attentive, you notice the details others miss and use your judgement to anticipate customer needs and proactively offer support. Curious by nature, you enjoy learning and take pride in developing your knowledge of the store, our services, the local area and the wider London experience. You will have experience in delivering exceptional customer experiences and creating memorable moments, are motivated by the opportunity to continuously develop your skills within a world-class service environment, and proud to be an ambassador of Harrods. You will also:

• Be calm and composed under pressure, remaining professional and adaptable and maintaining high standards regardless of the situation.
• Collaborate with and support colleagues across the business to ensure customers enjoy a seamless journey.
• Be highly presentable and professional, you understand the importance of representing the Harrods brand and consistently role model our standards, values and behaviours.
• Be resilient and proactive, you take ownership for finding solutions, overcoming challenges and supporting customers wherever possible.

About Us

Harrods is one of the world’s leading luxury department stores and we’re becoming a destination for top designers, and the most sought-after brands from around the globe. Our combined mission is to make visiting our iconic Knightsbridge store one of the world’s most inspiring shopping experiences. Our Promise to You: Help us make the impossible possible for our customers and we’ll do something remarkable for you. As well as offering a friendly environment to inspire your best work, we provide abundant opportunities and support to build an exceptional career across the varied specialisms of our business. Uniquely You Whilst our job adverts outline the ideal qualities, skills, and prior experience for the role, we believe in the potential for growth and value individual strengths. If you can demonstrate the majority of skills and strong experience to thrive in this role, we would encourage you to apply. At Harrods we believe the personality and authenticity of our people sets us apart. We celebrate and invite applications from all cultures, backgrounds, tastes, and experiences and are proud of our culture where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. What makes you unique makes us exceptional.

If you want to know more about life at Harrods, search #TogetherHarrods on LinkedIn, or follow us on Instagram @togetherharrods.

Additional Information

Time Type: Permanent Department: Retail Services (Marilyn Reid) As one of the world’s most prestigious brands, and a highly sought-after employer within luxury retail, we aim to provide a working environment in which we can exceed both our customers’ expectations and the expectations of each other. To maintain our high standards, we invest as heavily in our people as we do in our products and store. As well as offering an unforgettable experience for our customers, we offer an exciting, challenging and motivating environment for our employees. We demonstrate how we value our team through an extensive pay and benefits package, as well as through a number of programmes that reward and recognise employees for exceptional performance. Our employees can also accelerate their careers through opportunities to work with talented people, development training, and chances to raise their profile in the luxury retail sector.