Sales Advisor (Leeds)

ARNE; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sunday Times Best Place

32 days holiday

Birthday off

Staff discount

Uniform allowance

Bonus schemes

Health cash plan

Life assurance 5x salary

Cycle to Work

Tech Scheme

Job summary

ARNE in Leeds is seeking enthusiastic, customer-focused colleagues to join our team as a in-store assistant. You will welcome customers, share our brand story and deliver exceptional service as we launch a brand-new store in Leeds following our Liverpool ONE flagship.

You will build rapport, understand customer needs, and recommend products from our curated range. The role requires flexibility for evenings, weekends and peak periods, with opportunities to grow as ARNE continues to redefine

Qualifications

• Engage with customers to deliver exceptional in-store service throughout the full customer journey.
• Build rapport with customers whilst identifying customer needs and recommend suitable products based on product knowledge, best sellers and new arrivals in store.
• Confidently handle customer enquiries, complaints, and after-sales support to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
• Stay informed on product launches, promotions, competitor activity, and retail trends to drive sales performance.
• Work collaboratively with the store team to achieve sales targets, promote key campaigns, and maintain high visual standards.
• Operate tills accurately and responsibly, processing purchases, refunds, and exchanges in line with store policy and procedures
• Support loss prevention by remaining vigilant on the shop floor.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to deliver exceptional in-store service throughout the full customer journey.
• Build rapport with customers whilst identifying customer needs and recommend suitable products based on product knowledge, best sellers and new arrivals in store.
• Confidently handle customer enquiries, complaints, and after-sales support to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
• Stay informed on product launches, promotions, competitor activity, and retail trends to drive sales performance.
• Work collaboratively with the store team to achieve sales targets, promote key campaigns, and maintain high visual standards.
• Operate tills accurately and responsibly, processing purchases, refunds, and exchanges in line with store policy and procedures
• Support loss prevention by remaining vigilant on the shop floor.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Retail experience

Cash handling

POS systems

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Job description

ARNE's retail vision is to redefine what shopping feels like. Every space we create embodies our ‘less is more’ approach, understated yet elevated, blending minimal, high-quality products with a store environment that’s anything but average. We’re challenging the traditional retail model and setting a new standard where exceptional design, accessible pricing and meaningful customer experiences sit side by side.

Following the incredible success of our flagship store at Liverpool ONE, we’re continuing our exciting retail journey with the launch of a brand-new store in Leeds.

We are therefore looking for passionate, customer focused individuals to join our Team!

You’ll be the face of ARNE, welcoming customers, sharing our story, and delivering exceptional customer service! If you’re passionate about fashion, enjoy delivering excellent customer experiences, and want to be part of a brand that’s redefining retail, this is your opportunity to make an impact and help shape the future of ARNE.

Requirements

• Engage with customers to deliver exceptional in-store service throughout the full customer journey.
• Build rapport with customers whilst identifying customer needs and recommend suitable products based on product knowledge, best sellers and new arrivals in store.
• Confidently handle customer enquiries, complaints, and after-sales support to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
• Stay informed on product launches, promotions, competitor activity, and retail trends to drive sales performance.
• Work collaboratively with the store team to achieve sales targets, promote key campaigns, and maintain high visual standards.
• Operate tills accurately and responsibly, processing purchases, refunds, and exchanges in line with store policy and procedures
• Support loss prevention by remaining vigilant on the shop floor.

Essential Experience and Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and engage customers confidently.
• Previous experience in a retail or sales environment, with a strong understanding of excellent customer service.
• Competent in using point-of-sale systems, processing transactions accurately, and handling cash responsibly.
• Thrive in a fast-paced retail environment, adapt quickly to change, and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong organisational skills with a keen eye for detail, ensuring high standards across the store.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering outstanding customer service and driving customer satisfaction.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and peak periods

Benefits

• We are proud to be recognised as a Medium sized Sunday Times Best Place two years in a row!
• 32 Days Holiday (including Bank Holidays) + your Birthday off
• Holidays increasing up to 36 days with service
• Generous staff discount & uniform allowance
• Bonus schemes based on company performance
• Health Cash Plan from day one
• Life assurance paying 5x annual salary from day one
• Discounted marketplace with money off/cash back from 100’s of places
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Tech Scheme

ARNE are an equal opportunities employer. We believe that diverse people bring different skills and are committed to ensuring our business support the needs of potential colleagues from Ethnic Minority backgrounds and colleagues who may be disabled or neurodiverse. We are committed creating a great place to work through diversity and inclusivity and we strongly encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds to join our growing team.