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WHSmith

2mo ago

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  • Job
    Part-time
    Entry Level
  • Hospitality & Retail
  • St Albans

Requirements

  • A passion for customers having an exceptional experience in store.
  • Confident in communicating within the team.
  • Motivated to achieve fantastic results and standards.
  • Adaptable to meet company requirements and goals

Responsibilities

  • Delivering an exceptional customer service to all customers.
  • Carrying out stock replenishment, ensuring all areas of the store remain tidy and inviting for our customers to shop.
  • Meeting high standards of display and visual merchandising helping customers find what they're looking for easily.
  • Being part of a team and supporting colleagues.

FAQs

What is the job title for the position at WHSmith?

The job title is Sales Assistant.

What are the working hours for this Sales Assistant role?

The working hours consist of a 10-hour contract, specifically working Sundays from 10 AM to 5 PM and another flexible day during the week.

What type of contract is being offered for this Sales Assistant position?

The position is a permanent contract.

What are the main responsibilities of a Sales Assistant at WHSmith?

Main responsibilities include delivering exceptional customer service, carrying out stock replenishment, maintaining store tidiness, meeting high display and merchandising standards, and supporting colleagues as part of a team.

What qualities is WHSmith looking for in a Sales Assistant?

WHSmith seeks candidates with a passion for customer service, confidence in team communication, motivation to achieve high standards, and adaptability to meet company goals.

What rewards and benefits does WHSmith offer to its Sales Assistants?

WHSmith offers a salary, pension scheme, paid annual leave, employee discounts, and a variety of deals from retail partners. They also provide an Employee Assistance Programme for support with wellbeing.

Where is this position located?

The position is located in St Albans, Hertfordshire, UK.

Is the Sales Assistant position full-time or part-time?

The Sales Assistant position is part-time.

What is the maximum salary for this Sales Assistant position?

The maximum salary offered is £11.50 per hour.

What kind of business format does WHSmith operate under for this position?

This position operates under a high street store format.

What is the shift pattern for the Sales Assistant role?

The shift pattern is flexible and does not include night shifts.

How has WHSmith positioned itself within the retail market?

WHSmith has a remarkable heritage and has been a significant part of the high street for 230 years, striving to ensure customer and colleague journeys are meaningful and memorable.

Is WHSmith committed to inclusivity in the workplace?

Yes, WHSmith is proud to be an inclusive employer and aims to create an environment where colleagues feel welcome and free to be themselves.

WHSmith

The Global Travel Retailer

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1972
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

WHSmith is a leading, global travel retailer with a smaller business located on UK high streets. Since 1792, we’ve grown and evolved into a globally recognised brand, and we’re proud to be that air of familiarity people love and trust on their journey, both in life and through life. Today, we have more than 1700 stores in over 30 countries across the globe, serving millions of customers every year, and you’ll find us at airports, railway stations, hospitals and on the high street. Each of our stores and formats is tailored to meet the needs of our customers journeys; we’re the trusted home of travel essentials for the world’s travelling customer. We already operate in over 100 airports around the globe and we’re continuing to expand with a growing presence of WHSmith at international airports, and the expansion of our US businesses – Marshall Retail Group for speciality retail and InMotion, our world-leading digital and tech accessories business in travel locations - into new markets. On the high street, we’ve supported generations of customers on their journeys through life with everything from learning to read, going to school, accessing essential Post Office services to finding a great book. And our fast-growing online brands offer our customers another convenient way to shop, with personalised gifts and cards from FunkyPigeon.com and bestselling books and stationery from WHSmith.co.uk. At the heart of our business are our people and our customers. As a diverse group of over 14,000 colleagues, we are all on the same journey to a better business. Whether our colleagues are based in our stores, our distribution centres or our support centres, we’re committed to providing the opportunity for each and every member of the WHSmith team to be themselves, build their skillset, and progress on their journey with us. That’s why, as we continue our journey, our aim is simple: to make every one of life’s journeys better.