Retail Crew

Finisterre; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a purpose-led brand as a Retail Crew member in Bristol, where your passion for the ocean and commitment to sustainability will shine. This entry-level position is vital for delivering outstanding customer experiences and driving sales in a vibrant retail environment. As part of a B Corp certified company, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career while promoting responsible practices and exceptional products. With a supportive culture and a focus on personal development, this role offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in a community-focused setting. If you're enthusiastic, people-oriented, and ready to embrace new challenges, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

Pension scheme with Nest

25 days holiday per year

60% product discount

Life assurance

Access to wellbeing programs

Paid volunteering opportunities

Individual training and development plans

Birthday day off

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a customer-focused role is essential.
• Strong understanding of exceptional customer service is required.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales through exceptional customer experience and relationship building.
• Contribute to commercial success by meeting sales targets and KPIs.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

Experience in customer-focused role

Job description

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About Finisterre

We have an exciting opportunity for retail professionals to join the Finisterre team at our fantastic Bristol store. Born two decades ago from the needs of hardy British surfers, Finisterre is proudly B Corp certified and a leader in its field; designing functional and sustainable products for those that share a love of the sea and adventure. Our store locations are the beating heart of our community. As Finisterre grows and moves forward, we want to increase our retail footprint; opening more stores where our customers are and continuing to make them exciting places that bring our brand and product narratives to life through our friendly, knowledgeable staff and exceptional customer service. Our retail teams offer amazing opportunities to grow a long-term career with a purpose-led brand.

Our people are at the very heart of the Finisterre brand, wherever they may be in the world, sharing our values and vision to make the world a better place. Culture and team are everything here. We take care to create a working environment where our people are valued and can thrive and grow with us.

So, if you are as passionate about the ocean as we are, if you embody our values to be Brave, Honest and Driven, if you want to be part of a truly authentic, purpose-led brand and you share our vision to create exceptional products in a responsible way, then we would love to hear from you.

About The Role

The role of Retail Crew is the first step on the ladder of our retail development path. Fundamental to the day-to-day running of the store, you are often the first touchpoint our customer has with the brand. This role is critical to drive sales by the delivery of exceptional customer experience that exceeds expectations, standards, and operations.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Experience

• Create an engaging customer relationship through sharing genuine experience, personal interests, and adventure.
• Understand and communicate our POD within our product range authentically through own experience and technical knowledge.
• Openness and honesty in all situations and to take appropriate actions where necessary to ensure a high standard of customer service.
• Build a loyal customer base and positive relationships throughout the Finisterre community, champion your store as a community hub both within our own events and externally.

Commercial

• Contribute to the commercial success of the store through delivering sale targets and KPI's. Rising to the challenging targets, embracing change and walking through the door with a positive attitude.
• Exceed customers' expectations and maximise sales potential through our multi-channel offer effectively.
• Contribute to the timely execution of all launches, promotions, and campaigns in store.

Operations

• Optimise conversion through ensuring that visual merchandising and presentation guidelines are followed at all times.
• Maintain high security through service, shop floor awareness and ensuring all security measures are adhered to.
• Ensure all health and safety policies are adhered to at all times.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping throughout the store and back of house.
• Ensure that the shop floor is always fully stocked through effective use of our replenishment systems.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of operations, always seeking better more efficient practices and feeding back to store managers on potential changes.

People

• Actively participate in the team by helping others and building positive relationships throughout the store.
• Be responsible for own personal development and actively seek opportunities for improvement through internal and external sources.
• Adhere to all current policy and procedure laid out by Finisterre.
• Bring our values to life.

Requirements

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO FINISTERRE

• You share our love of the sea and our brand values. You care about our planet and want to share your passion for protecting it with others.
• You are a people person. You genuinely like talking to others, are outgoing and approachable. You bring a sense of fun, enthusiasm, and passion to everything you do and work well on your own and as part of a team.
• You are self-motivated. You are proactive and committed in your own personal development, education, and training.
• Willingness to take on new and ad hoc tasks when required.
• Previous experience in a customer-focused role.
• A strong understanding of exceptional customer service.
• Knowledge of retail operations.

Important: The successful candidate must, by the start of their employment, have permission to work in the UK. Please note that Finisterre are not licensed to sponsor overseas workers.

Benefits

WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE FROM FINISTERRE

We are offering a part-time, permanent contract, based at our Bristol store, and as a Real Living Wage employer, we will invest in you with a competitive hourly rate of £12.00.

But it's not just a job. At Finisterre, we provide an opportunity to grow and develop yourself within a fast-paced, growing B Corp certified brand with a great culture and an exciting purpose. You'll get the chance to collaborate with a diverse community of people with a shared mission. In return, we take good care of you through a range of initiatives and rewards, including:

• A discretionary bonus scheme, based on company performance.
• A pension scheme with Nest.
• 25 days holiday per year, plus an allowance of up to 8 UK bank holidays.
• Additional holidays for length of service.
• Your birthday day off.
• 60% product discount for personal and gift use.
• 30% Friends and Family product discount.
• Life assurance with access to an employee assistance program.
• Access to a wide range of wellbeing programs, including counselling services, headspace membership, eye tests, yoga, cycle to work and a range of perks.
• Regular team social and training days.
• Paid volunteering opportunities - we will support you in giving back to communities and causes.
• Various discounts from our B Corp community.
• Individual training and development plans.
• Sea Tuesday companywide updates.
• And so much more!

Closing date: 7 March 2025. We'll be interviewing as we go along, so we'd encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as the role may close earlier than advertised.

Finisterre is committed to building diverse and inclusive teams. We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us and be themselves at work.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Retail