Overview
Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and bring the magic of Christmas to life? We’re looking for talented people with a spark to join our team as a Christmas Sales Assistant. This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where no two days are the same — perfect for those who thrive in a busy, buzzing environment and love spreading festive cheer. If you’re passionate about perfume, love working with people, and can keep smiling through the Christmas rush, we want to hear from you!
Pay Rate: £8.51-£12.60
Contracted Hours: 5
What You’ll Do
* Greet every customer with a warm welcome.
* Confidently recommend products and help customers find the perfect gift.
* Promote our exclusive loyalty card to boost customer savings and brand loyalty.
* Gift-wrap like a pro — ribbons, wrapping, and all the festive trimmings.
* Handle payments and transactions quickly and accurately.
* Keep the store looking magical — tidy, stocked, and sparkling.
What You’ll Bring
* A positive, can-do attitude and a genuine love for customer service.
* Resilience — you’ll be on your feet and in the thick of it!
* A team player who thrives in a busy, high-energy environment.
* Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and key holiday dates.
* A passion for perfume and a flair for sales.
What You’ll Get
* A fantastic Christmas Commission Scheme — your hard work pays off!
* 20% staff discount on products, plus exclusive customer offers.
* Access to Wagestream, to support your financial wellbeing needs.
* Round-the-clock wellbeing support from our partnership with RetailTrust.
* A supportive team and a chance to be part of something special this Christmas.
Note: Due to the high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted. We encourage you to apply for other roles that match your skills and interests.
Location
Unit BR01A The Brunel Shopping Centre, Swindon, SN1 1LF, United Kingdom
Employee Discount
20% discount on products from your first day, both online and in store, and you can use your discount with customer promotions.
If you’re based in our Retail Stores, you’ll have the opportunity to earn commission across key seasonal periods.
Wagestream
This app lets you track your shifts and earnings and access some of your pay before payday, with additional financial wellbeing features.
The Hiring Journey
Online Application, Initial Contact, Interview Stage, Decision & Offer, Onboarding
1) Online Application — via job boards or The Perfume Shop careers site.
2) Initial Contact — quick chat with a store manager to confirm fit and arrange in-store interview.
3) Interview Stage — relaxed and welcoming; you may be asked about customer service, teamwork, availability, and perfume passion; activities may include designing and pitching your own perfume, wrapping skills, or workshop-style tasks.
4) Decision & Offer — typically within 1–2 days.
5) Onboarding — perfume training, 20% staff discount from day one, commission opportunity during Christmas, and flexible rota planning with wellbeing support.
Frequently Asked Questions
* What happens after I submit my application?
* Do I need retail experience to work in your stores?
* Can I apply for more than one role?
* What should I expect in the interview process?
* I have a disability or need adjustments — can you support me?
Equal Opportunity
The Perfume Shop is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are provided for applicants with disabilities during the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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