Retail Assistant_Belsize Park

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established charity is looking for a passionate Assistant Retail Manager to join their team in London. This role involves leading retail operations, driving sales, and ensuring exceptional customer service while supporting the mission to provide care for those with terminal illnesses. With a commitment to community impact, the organization offers a supportive environment for personal and professional development, along with competitive benefits. If you have retail management experience and a desire to make a difference, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause.

Benefits

Season ticket loan

Pension scheme

Loan schemes for bikes and computers

Introduce a friend scheme

Childcare cost assistance

Blue Light Card

Discount Scheme

Life assurance

Eye care support

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Dynamic retail professional with experience in sales and management.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support Retail Manager in maximising sales and managing stock.
• Provide excellent customer service and engage with customers.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organisational Abilities

Sales Experience

Retail Management

Motivational Skills

Health and Safety Knowledge

Team Management

Job description

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Closing date:

We are reviewing applications as soon as they are received. We advise you APPLY NOW if you are interested.

Interview date:

TBC

Are you a dynamic and experienced retail professional looking for a rewarding new challenge? Do you have a passion for making a difference in your community? If so, we want to hear from you! Marie Curie is seeking a talented and dedicated Assistant Retail Manager to lead our team and help support our mission of providing care and support to those with terminal illnesses.

Benefits include:

• Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
• Defined contribution schemes for Pension
• Loan schemes for bikes, computers, and satellite navigation systems
• Introduce a friend scheme
• Help with childcare costs (T & C’s apply)
• Marie Curie Blue Light Card
• Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme
• Life assurance for all employees
• Eye care (Marie Curie will pay towards sight tests if you use computer screens and other displays as part of your job)

What's in it for you

• Annual leave allowance – England and Wales = 25 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
• Competitive policies for parental/sick leave
• Support and encouragement for personal and professional development
• Industry-leading training programmes
• Flexible working arrangements
• Free DBS check

What we are looking for:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational abilities and workload prioritisation
• Experience in driving sales with examples
• Retail management experience, preferably in the charity sector
• Ability to motivate and influence others
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation and retail best practices
• Good team management experience

Marie Curie is a leading charity dedicated to providing care and support for people living with terminal illnesses and their families. With over 130 shops across the UK, we are committed to making a positive impact in our communities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Retail Manager in maximising sales and managing stock effectively
• Assist in maintaining high standards of display and shop layout
• Provide excellent customer service and engage with customers and donors
• Support recruitment and management of volunteers
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures and shop policies
• Assist in shop operations in the absence of the Retail Manager
• Drive sales to improve store performance and support the Store Team in staying within budget

For more information or an informal chat, please contact our Retail District Manager Noel Fawcett.