We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we're looking for someone talented, someone who wants to develop their skills, someone like you.
Overview
We’re looking for a motivated retail assistant to join Cancer Research UK’s trading team. You will act as an ambassador for Cancer Research UK and take responsibility for the shop on a Sunday. You’ll also be surrounded by people who are as dedicated to beating cancer as you are.
Responsibilities
* Oversee the running of the shop on a Sunday, including taking keyholder responsibility (training provided) and supporting a talented and diverse team of volunteers.
* Assist the wider shop team in achieving sales and fundraising targets.
* Review and process donated goods and new stock.
* Develop creative ideas to help generate new income, with guidance from the Shop Manager.
* Use your customer service skills to make sure customers and supporters feel welcome and appreciated.
* Maintain shop standards regarding safeguarding, compliance and health and safety.
* Handle varied manual handling and physical activity required within the day‑to‑day duties of the role.
Qualifications
* A working knowledge of what makes great customer service.
* Experience working in a lively and vibrant environment.
* Adaptability in changing situations, including the ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
* Commercial awareness.
* The ability to build relationships and communicate well.
* Flexibility, as our retail teams cover the needs of their stores by working on a rota basis. A level of flexibility is needed to meet the needs of the business, while recognising you have a life outside of work.
Benefits
* Substantial retirement plan.
* Generous and flexible leave allowance.
* Discounts on travel, technology, gym membership and more.
* Access to confidential wellbeing support from the Retail Trust.
Application Process
We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; however, they will not be viewed until an interview invitation is made. Instead, you are asked to complete the work history section of the online application form for quick, fair, and objective assessment.
Background Check
Owing to the nature of this position, any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory basic DBS check.
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