IKEA Oxford Street are looking to welcome a Store Assistant to our store team!
Do you perform well in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? Join our team at the newly opened Oxford Street store, where you'll play a key role in creating a memorable shopping experience for our customers. If you have a passion for home furnishing and a knack for customer service, then this sounds like the role for you!
WHAT WE OFFER
• The Start Date of employment will be: 23rd August 2025. • Competitive hourly rate of £13.85 per hour. • Contract sizes are 24 hours per week over 4 days, or, 20 hours per week over 5 days, with shift patterns being during the day, evenings and 3 out of 4 weekends. • We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.
WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS
Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.
• 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers. • Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans. • iBenefits – Rewards & discount portal. • Free healthy meal option, salad bar, fruit and hot/cold drinks.
..as well so much more! https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-because-a-job-with-us-is-so-much-more-than-a-job-pub1969c310/
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE
• You have a straightforward approach, enjoy handling several tasks at once, and are committed to being part of the team but also can manage your own workload efficiently. • You have a customer first mindset and enjoy the versatility of working in a different area each day, making the customer feel valued and supported in everything you do. • You are computer literate and able to work with technology. • You prioritise and organise your own work to make efficient use of the time available with thorough attention to detail.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY
• You provide a memorable shopping experience for our customers working across various departments throughout the day, supporting store guests to find the most suitable solutions for their life at home. • You are always curious about the range, wanting to learn the stories behind the products and their design. • You support maximising sales by ensuring your areas of responsibility are clean, fully stocked, all products priced, well presented and easy to shop. Some products may involve heavy lifting. • You will use the IKEA vision of a better everyday life at home and prioritise the guests by interacting with guests and promoting products to align with their needs.
WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE
It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and be valued in the workplace.
Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION
Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.
• Please attach an updated CV with your application so we can get to know you better. • Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a face to face interview.
We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.
For any advice or support, email beth.crombie@ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!
