Sales Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Harry Black's - We are an independent family run business providing wallpaper and paint, from a variety of market leading names. We offer a professional yet approachable, personal and friendly service. We provide tips and advice on our customers decorating plans and take pride in approach to customer service.
Successful applicants will assume a role within the business as a sales advisor, duties within this role include;
- Interacting and providing advice to customers
- Paint Technician ( Mixing all manner of paint products and maintaining machines)
- Dealing with deliveries
- Technical Support (providing accurate instructions on paint use)
- Stock control (maintaining stock on shelves and in store)
- Complete customer transactions through point of sale
Applicants should have basic computer knowledge and good communication skills as well as being able to work well as part of a team, in a fast paced, constantly challenging work environment.
We are looking for individuals who possess strong sales experience, ideally within a retail background showing excellent customer service.
Previous retail experience would be desirable, but not essential as full training will be provided.
Skills and competencies - Essential:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Punctual, reliable and honest.
- Adaptable and trustworthy.
- Ability to work in a team or independently as required
Applicant Questionnaire
What is it about working at Harry Blacks that interests you?
What kind of contribution do you think you can make in this role?
Please list below your employment record including dates starting with your most recent position.
Please list below education information. (subjects studied and examination grade)
Application deadline: 14/04/2023
Expected start date: 21/04/2023
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From £11.42 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
All precautions taken, within government guideline.
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 31/05/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Sales Assistant roles across Harry Blacks's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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