We’re growing fast at Lagardère Travel Retail UK & Ireland - and we’re looking for a Central Operations Assistant to support our growth. For over 20 years, we’ve led the UK & Ireland travel retail market across Duty Free, Travel Essentials, and Food & Beverage - bringing great brands and experiences to millions of travelers every year. And right now, with major new concepts launching and continued expansion across Heathrow, Belfast, and Dublin, it’s the perfect time to join our journey. Job Purpose: The Central Operations Assistant plays a key role in supporting the Operations team across a range of functions, with a particular focus on customs compliance and loss prevention. This role is based at Luton Airport and involves close collaboration with the Loss Prevention Manager and Operations Coordinator to ensure operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and reduction of shrink across the business. What We’re Looking For Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. Experience in customs clearance or logistics operations is desirable – Full training will be provided. Familiarity with HMRC customs procedures and systems is desirable – Full training will be provided. Knowledge of loss prevention practices and retail operations. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proactive, agile, and a collaborative team player. Ability to work independently and take initiative in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Customs & Compliance Support Provide customs clearance instructions to third-party logistics providers. Maintain accurate records of customs clearance activities, including MRN tracking. Implement and monitor customs warehouse procedures to ensure HMRC compliance. Manage customs warehouse data using the Descartes system. Ensure compliance with C945 tobacco processes for Irish Ferries operations. Support the Operations Coordinator with customs clearance duties during periods of absence or holiday cover. Loss Prevention & Shrink Reduction Collaborate with the Loss Prevention Manager and store leadership to implement loss prevention strategies. Monitor and ensure compliance with cash handling procedures and store-level reporting. Track shrink results and support stores in developing and executing action plans to reduce losses. Ensure regular communication of deterrent messaging across stores. Conduct targeted reviews of base and warehouse operations, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions. Generate timely and relevant loss prevention reports to inform stakeholders and guide decision-making. Assist stores with data mining to identify anomalies and support resolution efforts. Conduct focused B Right compliance checks and support stores in meeting standards. Perform random delivery checks to ensure compliance with delivery protocols (e.g., Chanel deliveries). Attend and support stock inventories, ensuring accurate preparation and integrity of stock counts. Benifits: Bonus – Earn up to 15% bonus on top of your salary 25 days holiday – Plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days to suit your needs Cash Plan – Claim back everyday health costs like dental, optical, and physio. Pension – We’ll top up your future with up to 3% monthly contribution to your pension pot. Life assurance – Protection for your loved ones with 2x your base salary in life cover, just in case. non-contractual benefits wholly at company discretion and subject to change. Lagardère Travel Retail At Lagardère Travel Retail, we don’t just operate in airports and stations — we transform them. We turn everyday travel moments into extraordinary experiences, helping passengers discover something new, delightful, and memorable along the way. Whether it’s a quick coffee before takeoff or a last-minute gift that sparks joy, we create spaces that inspire wonder, celebrate individuality, and make waiting time feel like part of the adventure. With our unique blend of global expertise and local insight, we craft tailor-made offers that benefit both travelers and landlords — bringing value, vibrancy, and a touch of magic to every corner of the journey.