Sales Assistant
Part-time
London, Greater London, United Kingdom
£11.21 to £13.07per hour
Job Description

<div class="col-span-12 desktop:col-span-10 desktop:col-start-2 ng-tns-c2612033249-2 ng-star-inserted"><div class="ng-tns-c2612033249-2"><div class="flex flex-col-reverse tablet:flex-row tablet:gap-12 ng-tns-c2612033249-2"><div id="job-desription" class="INHERIT DEFAULT-UL basis-0 flex-grow ng-tns-c2612033249-2"><p><span>As a <strong>Sales Assistant</strong> at Ryman, you’ll be at the heart of the store, helping customers find exactly what they need while creating a brilliant shopping experience every time.</span></p><p><span>You’ll be a friendly and knowledgeable face of Ryman, supporting the Store Management Team to drive sales, deliver great service and keep the store looking its best. From helping customers choose the right products to spotting opportunities to upsell, you’ll play an important role in making every visit a positive one.</span></p><p><strong><span>What you’ll be doing</span></strong></p><ul><li><span>Be a proud ambassador for Ryman and the wider Theo Paphitis Retail Group, building your knowledge and sharing it with customers.</span></li><li><span>Deliver consistently excellent customer service and go the extra mile to exceed expectations.</span></li><li><span>Confidently handle customer queries, complaints and returns, turning challenges into positive experiences.</span></li><li><span>Work towards and exceed sales targets, KPIs and objectives.</span></li><li><span>Get to know our customers, understand what they need and recommend the right products, promotions and additional items.</span></li><li><span>Operate the till efficiently while following customer care and loss prevention procedures.</span></li><li><span>Keep stock replenished and help maintain accurate stock systems.</span></li><li><span>Help create an inviting store by maintaining high standards of visual merchandising and housekeeping.</span></li><li><span>Build your product knowledge and keep developing your skills.</span></li><li><span>Follow all relevant Health &amp; Safety policies and procedures.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span>What you’ll bring</span></strong></p><ul><li><span>A genuine passion for Ryman and the wider Theo Paphitis Retail Group.</span></li><li><span>A customer-first attitude and a passion for exceeding expectations.</span></li><li><span>Energy, enthusiasm and a drive to achieve results.</span></li><li><span>The confidence to spot and maximise sales opportunities.</span></li><li><span>Strong communication and teamwork skills.</span></li><li><span>A self-motivated approach, with the ability to work independently when needed.</span></li><li><span>A willingness to learn, develop and build your product knowledge.</span></li><li><span>Flexibility around working hours and location.</span></li><li><span>Most importantly, a positive attitude and a desire to make a difference to every customer who walks through our doors.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span>What’s in it for you?</span></strong></p><ul><li><span>Competitive salary with the opportunity to earn company bonus, company pension (with enhancement options), and a referral scheme.</span></li><li><span>Generous holiday allowance plus an extra wellbeing day to recharge.</span></li><li><span>Tailored training, structured career progression, and funded apprenticeship programmes.</span></li><li><span>Exclusive discounts across all group brands (Ryman, Robert Dyas, Boux Avenue), Cycle2Work scheme, and access to mental health first aiders and wellness support.</span></li><li><span>A collaborative team with recognition awards and regular social events.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span>About Ryman</span></strong></p><p><span>With over 130 years of heritage, Ryman is the UK’s go-to destination for stationery, office supplies, and tech. Operating over 200 stores alongside a thriving digital presence, we are proud to be part of the Theo Paphitis Retail Group (including Robert Dyas, Boux Avenue, and London Graphic Centre).</span></p><p><span>We are a resilient, innovative, and customer-first business. We believe in equipping our people with the tools they need to grow, thrive, and succeed.</span></p><p><em><strong><span>Ryman is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves at work.</span></strong></em></p></div><div class="mb-[20px] tablet:mt-0 tablet:mb-0 tablet:w-[332px] mobile:w-full ng-tns-c2612033249-2"><job-description-card class="ng-tns-c2612033249-2"><div class="w-full mb-[20px] tablet:mb-0 border-1 border-neutral-200 bg-neutral-25 rounded-md shadow-300 group" style="font-family: Montserrat;"><!----><div class="h-[192px] w-full ng-star-inserted"><div class="overflow-hidden rounded-t-md"><img class="h-[192px] w-full object-cover group-hover:scale-110 duration-500 transition-transform" src="https://talosatscareerssites.blob.core.windows.net/cpb-site-assets/3159/vacancy-images/ba9af94b-7463-4b4b-b87c-116683f08d62-Ryman%20Sales%20Assistant%201.png" alt="Sales Assistant "></div></div><!----><div class="flex flex-1 h-[1px] bg-neutral-200 mx-6 ng-star-inserted"></div><!----><div class="p-5 tablet:p-8"><div class="flex flex-col gap-5"><div class="paragraph-2 font-semibold"> Sales Assistant </div><div class="flex gap-2 items-start ng-star-inserted"><div class="mt-[2px]"><i class="fak fa-talos-location-pin fa-xl text-neutral-400"></i></div><div class="flex flex-col items-start"><div class="ng-star-inserted"><p class="paragraph-2 font-medium text-neutral-600 ng-star-inserted axiom1-0 axiom-scraped-1" style="font-family: Montserrat;"> London, Greater London, United Kingdom </p><!----></div><div class="ng-star-inserted"><p class="paragraph-3 text-4 ng-star-inserted" style="font-family: Montserrat;"> WC1N 3LN </p><!----></div><!----><!----></div></div><!----><div class="flex gap-2 ng-star-inserted"><div class="items-start mt-[2px]"><i class="fak fa-talos-dollar fa-xl text-neutral-400"></i></div><span class="paragraph-2 font-medium text-neutral-600 axiom2-0 axiom-scraped-2"> £11.21 to £13.07per hour <!----></span></div><!----><div class="flex gap-2 items-center ng-star-inserted"><i class="fak fa-talos-clock fa-xl text-neutral-400"></i><span class="paragraph-2 font-medium text-neutral-600 axiom3-0 axiom-scraped-3"> Permanent - 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