** This is a temporary opportunity running until January 2026 (with the possibility of extension). **
We're opening Shop No.10
We're so excited to launch our brand-new pop-up store in St Andrews; and we're building a team to make it happen We're looking for enthusiastic and customer-focused people to join SOCKTOPUS, with both part-time and full-time roles available.
We're looking for people who are energetic, adaptable, and great with customers. If you love retail, and want to help customers find the PERFECT pair of socks, we'd love to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
* Greet and assist customers with product selection, ensuring a friendly and welcoming experience
* Provide product knowledge and answer customer questions with confidence
* Maintain a neat, organised, and visually appealing store environment
* Process sales transactions accurately using the POS system
* Handle customer concerns or complaints in a professional and solution-focused manner
* Support daily store operations including stock receiving, processing, and replenishment
* Assist with visual merchandising and maintaining product displays
* Communicate customer and product feedback to the wider team
* Carry out opening and closing procedures as required
* Follow asset protection and compliance practices in daily operations
* Build strong knowledge of the store's merchandise and stock room
Skills & Requirements:
* Previous retail experience (essential)
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team
* Excellent time management and organisational skills
* Computer literacy (POS and basic office systems)
* High attention to detail
* Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs
* Goal-oriented with a focus on customer service and sales performance
* Physical Requirements:
Physical Requirements:
* Flexible availability, including weekends and varied shifts
* Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during shifts
* Ability to lift and carry up to 10kg
* Comfortable with unpacking, moving, and organising stock in the stockroom
About us
WE SOCKS
Our family business focuses on designing personality-led socks with a nod to British and European humour and culture. You can find our full collection online or visit us in-store - we love meeting fellow sock lovers
Find us in some of our favourite cities: Brighton, Oxford, Edinburgh, Cambridge, York, Chester, Newcastle and Bristol
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract
Benefits:
* Company pension
Application question(s):
* Please confirm your availability and let us know how many hours per week you are able to commit to
* What's your favourite sock?
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 17/09/2025