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: £9.71 - £13.85
Contracted Hours: 8
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
* Apositive, can-do attitudeand a genuine love for customer service.
* Resilience!— you’ll be on your feet and in the thick of it!
* Ateamplayerwho 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
* Afantastic Christmas Commission Scheme— your hard work pays off!
* 20% staff discounton 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.
Please 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.
The Perfume Shop is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within our work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Location
Unit N2, Liberty Mall, Liberty Shopping Centre, Romford, RM1 3RL, United Kingdom
Additional Information
20% discount on products from day one, both online and in store, and you can use your discount with customer promotions. You’ll also have the opportunity to earn commission across key seasonal periods if you’re based in our Retail Stores.
Your Hiring Journey at The Perfume Shop - Christmas Sales Assistant
1. Online Application: Your journey starts with a simple online application either via job boards or directly through The Perfume Shop careers site. This is the start of the journey towards joining The Perfume People.
2. Initial Contact: If your application catches our eye, you’ll receive a friendly phone call from one of our store managers to learn more about your experience and arrange an in-store interview if successful.
3. Interview Stage: Our interviews are designed to be relaxed and welcoming, so the real you can shine. You may be asked about your customer service and teamwork experience, your availability, your retail background, and your passion for perfume. You might also be asked to take part in interactive tasks such as designing and pitching your own perfume, showing off your present wrapping skills, or a group activity.
4. Decision & Offer: We aim to respond within 1-2 days and will be in touch to discuss the offer and first day details if successful.
5. Onboarding: You’ll receive perfume training, a 20% staff discount from day one, the opportunity to earn commission during the Christmas period, 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?
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