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Sales Assistant – Join Our Team at WHSmith
As a Sales Assistant, you’ll provide exceptional customer service and work independently or as part of a team to deliver our fantastic store standards. We want you, our customers, and our colleagues to be proud to share their journey with us.
What Being a Sales Assistant is All About
- Delivering an exceptional customer service experience to all our customers.
- Performing stock replenishment to ensure all store areas remain tidy and inviting.
- Meeting high standards of display and visual merchandising, helping customers find products easily.
- Being part of a supportive team and assisting colleagues where needed.
What Our Stores Would Love to See
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✔ A passion for creating exceptional in-store experiences for customers. ✔ Confident communication skills to collaborate within the team. ✔ A driven mindset to achieve high standards and results consistently. ✔ Adaptability to meet company requirements and goals effectively.
How We Reward Our Teams
In addition to a competitive salary and pension scheme, we offer:
- Cycle to work scheme
- Paid annual leave
- Employee discounts
- Exclusive deals from retail partners, including meals, experiences, or event tickets.
- Employee Assistance Programme for holistic support in physical, mental, and financial wellness.
About Us
WHSmith has a rich heritage and is expanding rapidly across airports, hospitals, rail stations, and motorway services. Our mission remains clear: to make life’s journeys better with our products for everyone.
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As part of our growth, the InMotion brand (our leading digital accessories business) continues to thrive, delivering an amazing customer experience with the latest technology. We’ve further strengthened our offering through partnerships with brands like M&S and Costa Coffee.
Staying true to our vision, we’re committed to selecting dedicated professionals who align with our values.
At WHSmith, we’re proud of being inclusive employ—ensuring all colleagues feel welcome, valued, and free to be themselves.
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