Part-time Sales Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job description
Sales /Hire Assistant
About McCalls
McCalls is a leading Highlandwear specialist for both Hire and Retail Sales, with 6 branches throughout Scotland. We have built our brand and excellent reputation from delivering top quality service and Highlandwear at affordable prices. For over 134 years we have looked after grooms and helped proud Scots look their best for their special occasion.
The Role
McCalls have a part-time position within our Edinburgh Branches and are seeking an enthusiastic self-motivated individual to join our team. The applicant must have experience working in a customer facing role, be presentable, and have good customer service skills with a confident telephone manner. A knowledge of highland wear and/or hire would be preferable, and basic computer literacy would also be an advantage.
3-4 days a week from seven. Working a total of between 17-24 Hours
Days will include weekend working
Additional overtime may be available during peak periods and staff holidays
What’s in it for you?
You will develop your retail knowledge, to deliver the best possible care and service to our customers. Working for the leaders in their field of Highlandwear you will benefit from our knowledge and expertise. McCalls offers excellent staff discount and paid annual holidays. Overtime may be available for holiday cover. Sunday shifts are also likely be required.
Responsibilities:
Working alongside the existing team you will be offering our customers the best experience possible, either whilst in our store, during email/telephone contact, or Zoom appointments. In addition, hire item selection, general housekeeping duties, order administration and payment processing will be undertaken.
Our ideal candidate
To be successful in this role you will have to be enthusiastic, hardworking and have a passion for delivering first class service as well as a keen eye for detail. In addition, you will:
- Be experienced in a customer facing role
- Have first class communication skills, and be able to connect well with both your colleagues and our customers.
- Be presentable.
- Have the ability to work at pace accurately and efficiently.
- Have excellent time keeping.
- Be willing and able to learn new skills.
All necessary precautions are in place to protect customers and staff.
Part time hours: 17-24 hours a week
Job Types: Part-time Permanent
COVID-19 considerations:
All necessary precautions are in place to protect customers and staff.
Job Types: Part-time
Salary: £9.50-£10.42 per hour
Application question(s):
- Are you available to work weekends?
Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 17-24 per week
Salary: £9.00-£10.42 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Every weekend
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Edinburgh, EH7 4AF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 14/05/2023
Reference ID: ED/PT0423
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 Part-time Sales Assistant roles across McCalls Ltd'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 £9 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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