Sales Assistant (part-time) 6 months fixed-term

Margaret Howell Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Holiday entitlement (5 weeks + bank)

Clothing allowance

Staff discount

Life insurance

Pension and salary sacrifice

Job summary

Margaret Howell Limited is seeking a highly motivated retail professional to sell our womenswear and menswear collections in a UK shop on a 6 month fixed-term contract. You will provide an exceptional level of service, maintain presentation standards, and work to achieve sales targets.

The role requires previous high-end retail experience, strong interpersonal skills, and a keen interest in fashion design. Weekend hours apply, with Sundays 11am–4pm and alternating Saturdays 10am–6pm.

Qualifications

• 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, applying collection knowledge in promoting the brand.

Responsibilities

• Provide an exceptional level of service.
• Maintain standards of presentation and housekeeping.
• Work to achieve sales target.
• Give advice and information to customers about the collection.
• Handle and maintain stock accurately and efficiently.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Sales skills

Stock handling

Attention to detail

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 one of our UK shops on a 6 month fixed-term contract.

Responsibilities

• Provide an exceptional level of service
• Maintain standards of presentation and housekeeping
• Work to achieve sales target
• Give advice and information to customers about the collection
• Handle and maintain stock accurately and efficiently

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

Work every Sunday (11am - 4pm) and alternate Saturdays (10am - 6pm)

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.