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  • Accounts Receivable Specialist

    City of London
    Permanent
    £30,000 - £32,000 per year

    The Accounts Receivable Specialist will play a key role in managing the accurate and timely processing of invoices and collections. This position in the retail sector requires attention to detail and a strong focus on maintaining financial accuracy.

    • Work for an innovative, industry‑leading company
    • Hybrid work structure
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  • Finance Operations Manager

    City of London
    Permanent
    £50,000 - £55,000 per year

    The Finance Operations Manager will oversee the financial processes within the Accounting & Finance department, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all operations. This permanent role in the retail industry is based in London and offers an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional.

    • Work for an innovative, industry‑leading company
    • Hybrid work structure
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  • Accounts Payable Specialist

    City of London
    Permanent
    £32,000 - £38,000 per year

    The Accounts Payable Specialist will play a crucial role in processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and ensuring timely payments within the retail industry. This permanent role in London offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the smooth operation of the accounting and finance department.

    • Work for an innovative, industry‑leading company
    • Hybrid work structure
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  • Commercial Finance Analyst

    Bournemouth
    Temporary
    £225 - £275 per day

    The Commercial Finance Analyst will play a key role in supporting decision-making processes by delivering insightful financial analysis and reporting. This temporary position requires a professional with strong analytical skills to work effectively within the accounting and finance department.

    • Develop your experience as a Commercial Finance Analyst
    • Hybrid working offering work / life balance.
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  • FP&A Manager

    Leeds
    Permanent
    £60,000 - £70,000 per year

    Michael Page Finance are recruiting FP&A Manager within a growing Leeds-based business, offering strong progression and development. This role combines technical expertise with commercial insight, leading consolidated financial planning while partnering closely with stakeholders across the organisation. You'll play a key role in driving performance, delivering insights, and supporting strategic decision-making at senior levels.

    • An impactful role covering a variety of commercial aspects
    • A fast-paced environment with development and progression prospects
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  • Accounts Payable Clerk

    St. Helens
    Permanent
    £28,000 - £32,000 per year

    The Accounts Payable Clerk will play a key role in supporting the accounting team by ensuring accurate and efficient processing of invoices and payments. This role in the retail industry is based in St. Helens and offers an excellent opportunity to work in a structured and professional environment.

    • Accounts Payable Clerk
    • St Helens - £30k to £32k
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  • Financial Accountant

    Llandudno
    Permanent

    Michael Page are partnering with a well-established and growing business to recruit a Financial Accountant for their finance team based in Llandudno. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant to join a high-performing finance function and play a key role in statutory reporting, compliance and technical accounting projects across a multi-entity business.

    • Fantastic role in a growing business
    • Hybrid working & loads of progression
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  • Executive Assistant to the CPO (Hybrid - Immediate start)

    Nottingham
    Interim
    £50,000 - £55,000 per year

    Our client is looking for an Executive Assistant to the Chief People Officer to work within a large Retail organisation. This role requires an ASAP start, and will be on a contract basis initially.

    • Executive Assistant required for ASAP start
    • Very exciting, fast paced role, for one of the UK's top large companies.
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  • Head of Growth & Marketing

    Oxfordshire
    Permanent
    £65,000 - £80,000 per year

    This Head of Growth and Marketing role leads brand, digital, and eCommerce strategy for a fast-growing consumer business, driving revenue across retail and online. It combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution across performance marketing, creative campaigns, and team management.

    • Shape brand and digital growth
    • Lead omnichannel expansion
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  • Interim Accounts Payable Clerk

    Gloucester
    Temporary
    £14 - £16 per hour

    An organisation is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to support a busy finance function on an interim basis. The role will focus on invoice processing, supplier queries and expense management within a high-volume environment.

    • 3 days in the office, 2 days from home.
    • Temp to permanent opportunity
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  • Internal Audit and Controls Manager

    West Malling
    Temporary
    £46 - £500 per day

    My client is looking for an Internal Audit and Controls Manager to join them on an initial 9 month basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to come in and define, establish and embed a robust internal controls framework within finance.

    • Excellent opportunity to make a difference
    • Hybrid working available - 1-2 days in the office and 3-4 from home
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  • Marketing Executive

    London
    Interim
    £37,000 - £41,000 per year

    The business is seeking a creative and organised Marketing & Sales Assistant to support the marketing activity and sales team

    • Interim opportunity with a B-B interior business in London
    • 12 month opportunity working in the show room in West London
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  • Interim Fraud & Risk Manager

    Bristol
    Temporary
    £450 - £550 per day

    We are working with a growing, forward-thinking organisation seeking an Interim Fraud & Risk Manager to strengthen its risk framework and protect against evolving threats. This is an opportunity to take ownership of fraud prevention strategies, influence senior stakeholders, and drive meaningful change across a complex and dynamic environment.

    • Lead fraud strategy with real influence on key risk decisions.
    • Shape outcomes in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
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  • Management Accountant

    Coventry
    Permanent

    The Management Accountant role within the retail industry in Coventry will see you take charge of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting to support key business decisions. You will play a vital part in driving financial efficiency and ensuring compliance within the Accounting & Finance department.

    • The candidate will thrive in a leading mobility pioneer driving green fleet tech
    • They will shape sustainable leasing solutions within a dynamic, global culture
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  • Employee Relations Manager

    Nottingham
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £50,000 per year
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    • Employee Relations Manager, Retail
    • Home-based
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  • Accounts Payable Clerk

    Wolverhampton
    Temporary
    £13 - £15 per hour

    An Accounts Payable Clerk is needed in the retail industry to support the accounting and finance department with invoice processing and payment management. This temporary to permanent role in Wolverhampton offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to efficient financial operations.

    • Immediate start
    • Temporary to permanent
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  • Head of People Systems

    Derbyshire
    Interim
    £95,000 - £105,000 per year

    The Head of People Systems (HRIS) will oversee and optimise HR systems within this multi site business ensuring they meet organisational needs and enhance operational efficiency. Based in Derbyshire, this 12 month FTC role requires a skilled professional to manage system implementation and deliver effective solutions.

    • Working for a UK Leading Brand
    • Own the full HR Technology Landscape (Workday)
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  • Duty Pharmacist Manager - Cirencester

    Cirencester
    Permanent
    £50,000 - £60,000 per year

    This is an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Pharmacy Manager (DPM) to join a highly regarded retail organisation in Cirencester. The role requires strong expertise in healthcare and retail operations to ensure the delivery of exceptional service and compliance.

    • Support with further development and IP
    • Working with a professional team, providing support and great work ethic
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  • Head of Finance - INSPECS Limited

    Bath
    Permanent

    The Head of Finance is the lead finance professional for INSPECS Limited, responsible for financial leadership, commercial support and operational performance across a £25-30m business unit. Combining financial control with strategic business partnering, the role offers significant influence on pricing, profitability, forecasting and decision-making within a listed international Group.

    • Lead finance for a £25-30m division with genuine commercial influence
    • Join a growing listed Group offering visibility, ownership and progression
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  • Brand Manager

    Surrey
    Permanent

    Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a premium beauty brand portfolio? This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-paced, high-growth luxury beauty business where creativity, innovation, and commercial impact come together.We are looking for a dynamic Brand Manager to shape and elevate brand presence across key retail channels, delivering best-in-class campaigns that inspire customers and drive performance.

    • Brand Manager | Luxury Beauty | Surrey
    • Work with a prestigious luxury beauty portfolio in a highly visibile role
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  • Finance Manager - Controls and Accounting

    Nottingham
    Permanent
    £60,000 - £68,000 per year

    Joining a High performing Controls and Accounting team, this is a technical finance role, working across several entities, providing support during a major business transformation

    • Reporting, process improvement, Audit, Controls
    • Management accounts, controls, partnering
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  • Mechanic

    Edinburgh
    Permanent
    £35,000 - £45,000 per year

    We are seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanic to join a leading retailer within the motor industry. This permanent role offers an exciting opportunity for a professional based in Edinburgh to work within a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

    • Excellent opportunity to join a family run business.
    • Working within a modern, high-tech garage.
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  • Continuous Improvement Manager

    International
    Permanent

    An exciting opportunity for a CI Manager to play a pivotal role in transforming sourcing, cost modelling and end‑to‑end operational efficiency across a food retail supply chain.

    This role offers exceptional exposure, from supporting supply strategy and financial modelling to working directly with manufacturing partners to unlock significant operational improvements.

    • Shape major supply chain & cost‑efficiency decisions with real business impact
    • Work at the cutting edge of sourcing, modelling and operational transformation
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  • Group Financial Accountant - INSPECS Group

    Bath
    Permanent

    The Group Financial Accountant supports the Group's reporting, consolidation and governance activities across an international business operating in more than 80 countries. The role combines technical accounting, audit management and stakeholder partnering whilst contributing to wider transformation and ESG initiatives.

    • Join a growing international listed business with global exposure.
    • Build expertise in IFRS, consolidations and Group Finance.
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  • IT Admin Support

    Redditch
    Permanent
    £32,000 - £35,000 per year

    The IT Support Admin will provide technical assistance and support across the organisation, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. This role is based in Redditch.

    • Fully office based
    • Fantastic benefits
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  • Pricing Analyst

    Camberley
    Interim
    £16 - £19 per hour

    The Pricing Analyst will support the Accounting & Finance team in the FMCG industry by managing pricing data, conducting analyses, and ensuring accuracy in financial reporting. This temporary role in Camberley offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to pricing strategies and decision-making processes.

    • Great visibility and broad business exposure early in your career.
    • Hands-on experience with SAP, gain strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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  • Accounts Assistant

    Stockport
    Temporary
    £26,000 - £28,500 per year

    This temporary Accounts Assistant role in Stockport offers an excellent opportunity to support a busy Accounting & Finance department within the retail industry. The position requires attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial tasks.

    • Accounts Assistant
    • Stockport Full time office based
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  • Senior Legal Counsel

    Leeds
    Permanent
    £90,000 - £110,000 per year

    An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Legal Counsel to join a global leader in supply chain and logistics solutions in Leeds. Working closely with senior leadership, you'll lead on complex projects covering commercial negotiations, corporate, strategic business initiatives, and play a key role in driving growth across a diverse portfolio of sectors including retail, technology, healthcare, defence and public procurement.

    • Global market leader with major UK and international projects
    • High profile commercial work with genuine strategic influence
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  • Assistant Management Accountant

    St. Helens
    Permanent
    £30,000 - £35,000 per year

    This exciting opportunity as an Assistant Management Accountant in the retail industry will allow you to develop your accounting expertise while supporting financial decision-making. Based in St Helens, the role focuses on assisting with financial reporting and analysis to ensure the smooth operation of the department.

    • Assistant Management Accountant
    • £30k to £35k - St Helens
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  • Finance Assistant

    Swindon
    Interim
    £28,000 - £32,000 per year

    This Finance Assistant role supports day-to-day transactional finance, including invoicing, reconciliations, and credit control

    The position sits within a growing business environment and offers long-term opportunity

    • Opportunity to join a growing business that has recently doubled in size
    • Possibility of going permanent
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A guide to retail jobs

Retail careers can vary greatly but all typically provide services to either both businesses and individual customers or specialise in products specific to one or the other. Retailers normally have their staff working in teams and those teams can be located within stores, an office, or even a warehouse. Working times are usually allocated on a shift basis and will vary depending on the specific products and/or services being provided. The type of products that retailers sell can vary, they may sell very specific products or offer a diverse range of merchandise. For example, a retailer might specialise in selling electronics, produce, entertainment or clothing while some larger stores might offer a mixture of these. Good customer service is a key part of any retail sales success and most retailers now have an online presence that bridges the gap between online sales and the high street shops.
Michael Page Retail & Fashion have forged strong relationships with our clients over the past 40 years. The jobs we recruit for range from positions within traditional stores to multiples and department stores, as well as multi-channel operations, online retailers, mail order and TV shopping channels, covering food, non-food and general merchandise.

Retail jobs we recruit

  • Assistant Store manager
  • Head of Merchandising
  • Buyer
  • Technologist - retail
  • Retail Store Manager
  • Merchandiser
  • Sales Advisor
  • Retail Customer Services Manger
  • Sales Consultant - retail

Key retail tasks

  • Greet customers as the first point of contact.
  • Deal with customer refunds.
  • Handle customer complaints.
  • Work within established guidelines, particularly with brands.
  • Receive and store stock deliveries.
  • Set up displays and POS material.
  • Assist customers in finding the products they are looking for.
  • Process cash and card payments.
  • Stock shelves with merchandise.
  • Report any problems or discrepancies.
  • Provide customers with advice and guidance on product selection.
  • Balance cash registers with receipts.

Key retail skills

As a retailer, good communication skills are a must when dealing with queries and executing a sale. If the customer can’t understand you or if you fail to get your point across, that oversight could impact any potential sale. You need to be comfortable working directly with members of the public because sales roles require regular interaction with customers, whether that’s on the phone or face-to-face. You also need to possess a confident demeanour, not only will this improve a customer’s confidence in you as a sales representative but it will also increase their association with the brand or product you are selling to them. A shy and uncertain sales person might discourage a customer from making a purchase. 
Being helpful and polite, while possessing a comprehensive understanding of your area of sales is a must. The better you know your product, the more confident you will be in selling it and similarly your potential buyer will have more confidence in you. Finally, a person that works within retail needs to be able to work effectively as part of a sales team which would include getting point of sales (POS) items ready, filling in if a colleague is away, completing a sale on behalf of a colleague or helping a colleague by persuading a customer that the product that they’re considering is the right one.

Qualifications and experience

Retail jobs have no formal educational requirements. However, most employers look for what you already know. For a lot of retail jobs, experience is learned while training on the job, although some large stores have training programs for new hires. If you have any prior experience with the products you'll be expected to sell it will be a plus, such as IT experience when applying for a sales position at a computer or electronics store. Prior experience will help boost your initial salary.
However, if you’ve set your sights on long-term career progression then there are various levels of qualifications available for you to choose from and these qualifications enable employers to make better informed decisions during the crucial recruitment stages. The levels range from entry level through to level 8. The higher levels begin from the City &Guilds Higher Professional Diploma in Retail Management (level 4) and the BTEC Higher National Diploma in Retail Management (level 5) and are reserved for those that want to be leaders in their field, e.g. managing directors.  The topics covered do these courses range from customer service, managing retail operations, finance, managing retail environment, to consumer behaviour, supply chain, and retail marketing. Westminster Kingsway College and the University of Brighton offer diploma courses too, like the Access to Higher Education Diploma Business level 3.
If you're interested in undertaking a foundation degree then there are courses available, supported by Skillsmart Retail – the sector skills council. There are higher education institutes that also offer courses including Manchester Metropolitan University, the University of the Arts London, and Leicester College. The degree courses offer a more specialist focus like fashion retailing, retail marketing or buying. There are also postgraduate degree options that include retailing MBAs.
A few big employers are also offering workplace-based courses which allow flexibility to students and provide valuable hands-on experience to better equip them when they progress with their career.
If you would like to discuss your career options, get in touch with our team of specialist retail consultants. Alternatively, if there is a specific position you are interested in contact the listed consultant directly.
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