Wine & Spirits Retail Advisor

JobAffinity; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Staff discount

28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)

Pension scheme

Contribution to WSET courses

Regular training sessions

Job summary

Nicolas is seeking enthusiastic candidates for a shop advisor role in the UK retail wine and spirits market. You will start with product training, build knowledge, and progress toward assistant manager and then full store manager, with ongoing development and events participation.

The role offers a competitive basic salary with bonuses, staff discounts, and a clear path to advancement. Training, wine knowledge growth, and pension contributions are provided.

Qualifications

• Some sales or other retail experience.
• Desire to provide great customer service.
• Wine and spirits knowledge with willingness to learn more.
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team.
• Flexible to work weekdays and weekends.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Generate sales in a proactive manner.
• Advise customers on best product for their requirements and ideal food matches.
• Encourage customers through store-specific events, offers and loyalty scheme.
• Work alone with confidence or efficiently as part of a team.
• Merchandising the shop floor and window displays.
• Ensuring accurate stock management and stock taking.
• Implementing and understanding promotions.
• Ensuring that the store is clean and tidy at all times.
• Attending training sessions when required.
• Responsible retail – learning the company code of conduct, health and safety best practices, alcohol sales law and taking a personal license exam.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer service

Wine knowledge

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Flexibility

Basic computer literacy

Job description

Nicolas is seeking enthusiastic candidates for a shop advisor role in the UK retail wine and spirits market. You will start with product training, build knowledge, and progress toward assistant manager and then full store manager, with ongoing development and events participation.

The role offers a competitive basic salary with bonuses, staff discounts, and a clear path to advancement. Training, wine knowledge growth, and pension contributions are provided.