Senior Sales Assistant | Luton Airport

Hamleys of London Limited; Luton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A renowned toy retailer in Luton Airport is seeking a Senior Sales Assistant to join their vibrant team. In this role, you'll actively support management in motivating staff, ensuring efficient store operations, and delivering an exceptional customer experience. Ideal candidates have sales experience and are prepared for a leadership role. This fixed-term contract offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a well-loved brand that creates magical experiences for customers of all ages.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a sales assistant or in a similar role.
• Confident in operating the store in leadership absence.
• Ability to motivate and lead a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist the management team by motivating colleagues.
• Run the department/store efficiently in absence of leadership.
• Report back to senior management on any issues.

Skills

Team player

Effective communication

Sales experience

Job description

Location: Luton Airport

Hours Per Week: 24 hours (3 days per week) & 39 hours (5 days per week) available

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

About Hamleys

Don't you remember visiting this magical place as a child? Now you can be part of the excitement!

Hamleys has a long heritage of theatre and magic, our brand is synonymous with fun and making lifelong memories for everyone aged 3-100. Founded in 1760, by William Hamley we are a true British icon and we want you to be part of the magic!

About You

We are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic Senior Sales Assistant to assist the management team by motivating colleagues through clear communication and effective delegation.

The successful applicant should have a proven experience in similar role, or as an established sales assistant who is ready for the next step in their retail career.

You should be confident to run the department/store efficiently in the absence of the leadership team and be able to confidently report back to senior management of any issues. This includes being a key holder where relevant.

It is essential to be a team player and you should be supportive and flexible in implementing decisions made by the management team in needs of the business.

You are a positive role model to all Hamleys Helpers (or Sales Assistants); leading them to consistently deliver the Hamleys Experience to our customers. A bonus if you like to be in costume and enjoy being in character!

Experience in the toy retail industry is ideal but not essential.

If this sounds like the role for you then apply now!

Further Information

Please note that no list on this job description is exhaustive and you may, at any time, be requested by management to carry out any other task or activity as necessary to the smooth effective operation of the business.

You must be able to prove that you have current right to work in the UK; it is not usual practice for Hamleys to sponsor overseas candidates to work in the UK.