Sales Assistant

Margaret Howell Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A contemporary clothing design firm is seeking a retail professional for their Wigmore Street shop. This role involves selling both womenswear and menswear collections while providing an exceptional level of service. Candidates should have experience in high-end retail sales, excellent communication skills, and an interest in fashion design. The position offers 28 hours per week with competitive rewards, including a salary, bonuses, generous holidays, and a clothing allowance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity for bonuses

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays

Generous clothing allowance

Significant staff discount

Life insurance

Contributory pension scheme

Personal development grant

Cycle to work scheme

Birthday day off

Volunteering day off

Paid IVF Leave

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Strong background in retail sales with a focus on high-end fashion.
• Proficient in providing exceptional customer service and maintaining store standards.
• Ability to work towards and achieve sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional service to customers.
• Maintain high standards in presentation and housekeeping.
• Achieve sales targets and manage stock effectively.

Skills

Previous experience in high-end retail sales

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Self-motivated and focused on quality

Interest in womenswear and menswear

Demonstrate initiative

Job description

Margaret Howell is a contemporary British clothing designer who has worked successfully in men’s and women’s clothing for over five decades. Today, Margaret Howell clothes are sold worldwide with 12 own shops in Europe, over 70 outlets in Japan and an established online business.

We are seeking a highly motivated retail professional to sell our womenswear and menswear collection at our Wigmore Street shop.

Responsibilities

• Provide an exceptional level of service
• Maintain standards of presentation and housekeeping
• Work to achieve sales targets
• Give advice and information to customers about the collection
• Handle and maintain stock with accuracy and efficiency

Role Requirements

• Previous experience in high‑end retail sales
• Self‑motivated and focused on quality
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• An interest in womenswear, menswear and design
• Demonstrate initiative, taking every opportunity to apply collection knowledge in promotion of the brand

HOURS

28 hours per week, subject to the fixed Wigmore Street rota.

REWARDS

• A competitive salary
• Opportunity to make bonuses
• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 6 weeks with service
• Generous clothing allowance
• Significant staff discount
• Life insurance
• Contributory pension and salary exchange scheme
• Personal development grant
• Cycle to work scheme
• Birthday day off
• Volunteering day off
• Paid IVF Leave for both partners
• Opportunity to request flexible working (79% of Retail Employees work Part Time Hours)
• Menopause friendly

Applications will be considered as they are received. Candidates will be shortlisted based on how their skills and experience match our requirements as set out above.

We actively implement blind recruitment practices to eliminate bias and ensure a fair evaluation of candidates based on their skills, experience, and qualifications. We believe in creating a level playing field for all applicants, and our initiatives reflect our dedication to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.