WE ARE HIRING

Seasonal Sales Assistant - 16-30 Hours per week

We’re looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Seasonal Sales Assistant to join our lovely team at Velvet, over the busy Christmas period.

This is a temporary position from November to January, offering between 16–30 hours per week.

You must be available to work both Saturday and Sundays, with flexibility to work additional days across the week.

About the Role

Do you love fashion, styling and creating memorable customer experiences?

We’re looking for someone friendly, confident and enthusiastic who thrives in a busy retail environment, loves connecting with people and enjoys being part of a close-knit team.

Christmas is one of our busiest and most exciting times at Velvet, so we’re looking for someone who is happy working at pace, getting stuck in and helping us deliver the brilliant customer service Velvet is known for.

The Perfect Candidate Will:

Have flexible availability and be able to commit to weekend working
Be highly motivated, energetic, and passionate about fashion and retail
Have at least 2 years' experience in a customer-facing or retail role
Love creating genuine connections with customers and delivering exceptional service
Be dependable, reliable, and confident taking initiative
Be a quick learner who is excited to immerse themselves in the Velvet brand and culture
Have a genuine passion for the Velvet brand, including our story, values, and community
Follow our social media channels and stay up to date with new arrivals, styling inspiration, launches, and all things Velvet
Be passionate about fashion, styling, and representing the Velvet brand both in-store and within our customer community
Thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving retail environment
Be available to work both Saturday and Sunday
Demonstrate flexibility and a positive attitude to support the needs of the business

If you enjoy working as part of a team and making a positive impact on customers' experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

Sales Assistant Role – Key Responsibilities:

As a Sales Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day running of our busy store while delivering exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities Include:

Delivering outstanding customer service and creating memorable shopping experiences
Greeting and engaging with every customer, proactively identifying and meeting their needs
Supporting stock management and ensuring the shop floor remains tidy, well-stocked, and visually appealing
Assisting with stock organisation, pricing, tagging, unpacking deliveries, moving stock, and steaming garments
Supporting colleagues across all areas of the business to ensure smooth store operations
Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards throughout the shop floor, stockroom, and back-of-house areas
Demonstrating flexibility to work weekends and bank holidays as required

Key Skills & Qualities

Excellent communication and people skills
Strong customer service focus
Highly organised with the ability to multitask effectively
Positive, energetic, and proactive attitude
Kind, supportive, and considerate towards customers and colleagues
Resourceful, adaptable, and eager to learn and develop
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What We Offer

Competitive hourly rate
Generous staff discount
A fun, supportive, and friendly team environment
The opportunity to be part of a growing independent fashion brand
Ongoing opportunities to learn, grow, and develop within the business
Daily exposure to new arrivals, styling inspiration, and the latest Velvet collections

At Velvet, we're passionate about helping women feel confident through fashion while creating a welcoming and inspiring shopping experience.

If you're passionate about fashion, love working with people, and think you'd be a great fit for Velvet, we'd love to hear from you. Complete the application form below and tell us why you'd like to join the team.