Sales Assistant - Immediate Start

Immediate Start Opportunity!

Sales Assistant – London (Full-Time Equivalent)


Interested in developing new skills while working as part of a customer-facing team?

Feeling stuck in retail or sales with limited growth and earning potential?


Please Note: Applications cannot be accepted from international students or candidates still in education (school, college, or university) due to the availability of this role.


Our London-based client has immediate Entry Level Sales Assistant opportunities available, suitable for individuals with or without previous experience. Working on behalf of recognised non-profit organisations through face-to-face retail & event campaigns, successful individuals will have access to client training opportunities and invitations to daily upskilling sessions designed to help develop communication, customer service and sales skills from day one


?This is an ideal opportunity for individuals looking to gain practical experience while building their confidence within a customer-facing sales environment.


If you're a confident communicator, enjoy working with people and have full-time equivalent availability, our client would love to hear from you.

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The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • A positive attitude and willingness to learn
  • Strong English speaking and writing skills for effective communication with customers and the client
  • Confidence communicating with customers in a face-to-face environment
  • Eligibility to work in the UK and full-time equivalent availability (minimum 5 full working days per week, Mon-Sat)


The Role & What To Expect:

  • Represent non-profit client campaigns through face-to-face event-based environments
  • Provide clear and professional product information while delivering excellent customer service
  • Brand Awareness Fee (earnings paid to you for each full day you represent a client), plus commission and performance-based incentives
  • Earn performance-based incentives linked to results and campaign targets
  • Receive recognition for achievements and contribution to company and campaign success
  • Be part of a supportive environment with regular social events, networking opportunities, and team activities
  • High performers may be invited to UK and international trips, R&R experiences, and additional recognition events


No previous experience is required, as full client training is provided. This opportunity is well suited to individuals with experience in sales, customer service, retail or hospitality, as well as those looking to broaden their skills and build long-term experience within a customer-facing sales environment.


The role involves working on event-based campaigns on a full-time equivalent basis in the London area. This is a subcontracted opportunity. Earnings are made up of a Brand Awareness Fee (when applicable), plus commission and performance-based incentives.


Click ‘APPLY’ and complete the online application. A member of our client’s recruitment team will contact suitable candidates with the next steps.


This role is not suitable for candidates still in education (school/College/University), or current international students. Due to availability, our client is seeking candidates that are available 5 full days a week (full-time equivalent)


Roles are based in London, immediate starts available!


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