Post Office Counter Clerk
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Position Overview & Specifications
We have an amazing opportunity for a Post Office Counter Clerk / Retail Sales Assistant to join our team and help with the day-to-day operation of our office. The successful candidate will have excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently. The successful candidate will be responsible for accurately and efficiently processing incoming and outgoing mail, including sorting, weighing, and stamping packages. The ideal candidate will be responsible for accurately entering data into our system, filing documents, and assisting with other administrative tasks as needed. The ideal candidate for this position is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision. You must be willing to train as a store assistant.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
· To deliver excellent customer service with great standards.
· To use relevant processes and policies to ensure the security of people, stock and cash
· Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail and packages.
· Process payments and invoices.
· Assist with other administrative tasks as needed.
What's in it for you?
· Develop your skills and capability in a highly supportive and multi-diverse culture
· Outstanding Training & Development
· Gain hands-on experience in a high volume, fast paced convenience store
· Free Tea & Coffee
Min 16 Hours per week. (more when store needs)
Flexible shifts, including early mornings, weekends and evenings.
Experience is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 16 - 35 per week
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Newport, NP19: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Customer service (preferred)
- Administrative experience (preferred)
Language:
- English (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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: Other Retail Shops
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Post Office Counter Clerk roles across Post Office Limited'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 Other Retail Shops.
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 £18,351 - £20,837 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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