Part-Time E-commerce Packing & Stock Assistant

University of the Arts London; Greater London; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

University of the Arts London is seeking a Part-Time E-commerce Packing & Stock Assistant to join our Brixton-based team. You will pack online orders, print labels, and manage stock in a small e-commerce setup.

Shifts are flexible: roughly 6–9 hours weekly, typically 2–3 hours daily across three weekdays. Experience not essential; reliability, organisation and attention to detail are valued, with training provided on Shopify and stock systems.

Qualifications

• Reliable and punctual.
• Organised and methodical approach.
• Careful and attentive to detail.
• Comfortable working independently.
• Able to lift and move normal-sized boxes of stock.
• Comfortable using basic computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Packing online customer orders carefully and accurately.
• Printing shipping labels and preparing parcels for collection.
• Receiving, checking and putting away incoming stock.
• Counting stock and maintaining stock levels.
• Organising products, packaging materials and the stock area.
• Keeping packing and storage areas tidy and well organised.
• Assisting with periodic stock checks.
• Helping with simple order and stock administration.
• Using Shopify and our shipping software with familiarity.

Skills

Reliable

Organised

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Lifting capability

Basic computer skills

Job description

Part-Time E-commerce Packing & Stock Assistant

Salary £15 per hour

Hours Approximately 6–9 hours per week, normally 2–3 hours per day over 3 weekdays. Some flexibility around days and timings.

• Packing online customer orders carefully and accurately
• Printing shipping labels and preparing parcels for collection
• Receiving, checking and putting away incoming stock
• Counting stock and helping maintain accurate stock levels
• Organising products, packaging materials and the stock area
• Keeping the packing and storage areas tidy and well organised
• Assisting with periodic stock checks
• Helping with simple order and stock administration
• Using Shopify and our shipping software once familiar with the role
• Providing general practical support to the day-to-day running of our small e-commerce business

Skills and Experience Required

Previous packing, retail or e-commerce experience would be helpful but is not essential.

We are primarily looking for someone who is:

• Reliable and punctual
• Well organised and methodical
• Careful and attentive to detail
• Comfortable working independently
• Practical and happy with a hands-on role
• Able to follow simple processes accurately
• Comfortable using basic computer systems
• Able to lift and move normal-sized boxes of stock

Experience with Shopify, e-commerce, stock management or order fulfilment would be an advantage, but training can be provided.

As the shifts are relatively short, someone living locally to Brixton or within easy travelling distance would be ideal.

Disability Confident Employer

We can confirm that we are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 1-3) who can welcome a wide-range of disabled applicants within our level of training.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and caring responsibility. We are committed to offering a working environment where everyone is valued and feels appreciated.