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  • managment accountant

    Coventry
    Permanent
    £50,000 - £55,000 per year

    The role of a Management Accountant in the retail industry involves overseeing financial processes, preparing reports, and ensuring the accuracy of financial data. Based in Coventry, this position requires a detail-oriented professional with expertise in accounting and finance.

    • Lead the financial strategy and team
    • Enjoy a rewarding full-time balance
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  • Contact Centre Advisor

    Leeds
    Permanent
    £26,200 - £26,300 per year

    Michael Page have partnered with a reputable Automotive Business in Leeds to recruit for a Permanent Contact Centre Advisor to start asap due to expansion!

    This would be an exceptional opportunity for someone experienced within customer services or someone that has vehicle repair/ vehicle parts retail experience.

    Apply now immediate interview!

    • A new exciting Permanent Contact Centre Advisor Position in Leeds!
    • To work for a reputable business within the Automotive Sector!
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  • Temporary Purchase Ledger Clerk

    Poole
    Temporary
    £14 - £17 per hour

    The Temporary Purchase Ledger Clerk will play a crucial role in the Accounting & Finance department, ensuring accurate and efficient processing of invoices and payments. This temporary position is based in Poole and offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the smooth running of the finance function.

    • Must be available on short notice.
    • Temporary Purchase Ledger opportunity on the south coast!
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  • Management Accountant

    Slough
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £49,000 per year

    This is an excellent opportunity for a Management Accountant to join a well-established retail company in Slough. The role focuses on delivering accurate financial reports and ensuring effective financial management.

    • An excellent opportunity to work for an established organisation
    • Located in Slough, well-connected by public transport
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  • Management Accountant

    Bournemouth
    Permanent
    £40,000 - £50,000 per year

    The Management Accountant role in the retail industry involves providing financial insights and support to aid in decision-making processes. This position is based in Bournemouth and requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.

    • Management Accountant Position
    • Salary £40,000 - £50,000
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  • Accounts Assistant

    Oldham
    Permanent
    £28,000 - £32,000 per year

    Job Title: Accounts Assistant
    Location: Oldham (Hybrid Working)
    Salary: Up to £32,000
    Job Type: Full-time, permanent

    • Accounts Assistant - Oldham
    • Well-established business offering hybrid working
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  • B2B Mid-Market Sales Exec - media licensing

    Eastbourne
    Permanent
    £31,000 - £36,000 per year
    Remote

    The Sales Exec will wwn the full sales cycle for prospects, from initial outreach to deal close. You will engage stakeholders and build compelling business cases that deliver long-term value. You will partner with marketing, sales ops and enablement to ensure a seamless buyer journey and maximise conversions.

    • you have a proven track record of outbound B2B sales
    • you have experience selling a licensing or SaaS product
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  • Management Accountant

    Birmingham
    Permanent
    £55,000 - £60,000 per year

    This is a senior, hands‑on Management Accountant role responsible for taking full ownership of monthly management accounts, reporting, budgeting and financial insight within a fast‑growing retail business. The position sits just below the Finance Director, offering immediate impact, high visibility and clear progression into a leadership role as the finance team and business continue to scale.

    • A step‑up opportunity in a high‑growth business
    • Role offers autonomy & responsibility
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  • Solicitor

    Northampton
    Temporary
    £45 - £50 per hour

    An In-House Commercial Property Locum is required for an immediate start with a national retail-led organisation based near Northampton. This 3-6 month contract offers £45-£50 per hour, with hybrid working and two days per week in the office.

    • Immediate start, 3-6 month contract
    • £45-£50ph with hybrid working
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  • Head of Commercial Finance

    East Midlands
    Permanent
    £95,000 - £110,000 per year

    This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving financial performance, supporting strategic decision-making, and partnering with commercial teams to maximise revenue and profitability.

    • business partnering, analysis, stakeholder management
    • Hybrid working, SAP
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  • Support Pharmacist

    Treharris
    Permanent
    £50,000 - £55,000 per year

    This is a permanent opportunity for a Healthcare professional to join the retail industry in Nelson. The role involves providing top-tier healthcare services and contributing to the success of a well-established organisation.

    • Supportive management and structured pharmacist cover
    • Flexible approach to 4 or 5 working days for the right candidate
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  • Lead React Developer - SaaS Business - Brand new role

    Leeds
    Permanent
    £65,000 - £75,000 per year

    Our client is a SaaS Business based in Leeds City Centre with a focus on Retail. They are looking to a Lead React Developer to join them at the start of a large digital transformation. This is a lead role requiring strong technical expertise, architectural vision, and team mentoring experience. This role is 4 a days a week in Central Leeds.

    • Brand new role
    • Take the lead on projects
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  • Pharmacist Manager - Maerdy

    International
    Permanent
    £50,000 - £55,000 per year

    This exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Manager in the retail industry focuses on leading a healthcare department in Maerdy. The role requires a results-driven individual to oversee operations and ensure excellent customer service standards.

    • Opportunity to re‑engage staff and implement a clear plan moving forward
    • Good, experienced supporting team in place
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  • Account Manager

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

    This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Account Manager to join a leading sales team within the retail industry. Based near Ashford, you will play a key role in managing client relationships and driving business growth.

    • Excellent earning potential
    • UK and oversee sales
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  • Senior People Partner

    Nottinghamshire
    Permanent
    £70,000 - £75,000 per year

    The Senior People Partner role involves leading human resources initiatives to support the organisation's goals and drive employee engagement across a multi-site role. This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven professional to make a strategic impact within the retail industry in the Midlands with a HO based in Nottingham.

    • Home based (anywhere in the Midlands) Senior People Partner role
    • Opportunity to shape People experience in a premium brand
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  • Pharmacist

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

    The role of a Pharmacist involves providing expert healthcare advice and dispensing medications to customers in a retail environment. This position requires attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of care, this is a great role based in Caerphilly.

    • Ability to develop furthermore within Pharmacy
    • Supportive team
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  • Accounts Assistant

    Burgess Hill
    Permanent
    £27,000 - £28,000 per year

    The Accounts Assistant will play a vital role in supporting the accounting and finance team within the retail industry. This position in Burgess Hill requires a detail-oriented individual to assist in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring efficient financial processes.

    • Accounts
    • Finance
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  • Sales Ledger Clerk

    Maidstone
    Permanent

    The Accounts Receivable Clerk will play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations. This permanent position is based in Maidstone and is ideal for someone with a keen eye for detail and a passion for accounting and finance.

    • Hybrid working available
    • Excellent opportunity for a fast growing business
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  • Management Accountant Temp

    London
    Interim
    £200 - £250 per day

    The role involves managing budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting to support informed decision-making across the business. You'll analyse performance data and provide clear, actionable insights to help improve profitability within a fast-paced, commercially driven environment.

    • Join a fast-paced luxury brand to deliver impactful financial insights.
    • Support budgeting, reporting, and decisions in a creative setting.
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  • Commercial Finance Analyst

    Bournemouth
    Permanent
    £40,000 - £50,000 per year

    The Commercial Finance Analyst will play a pivotal role in supporting the retail industry by delivering insightful financial analysis and aiding decision-making processes. This permanent position is based in Bournemouth and offers a fantastic opportunity to work within the accounting and finance department.

    • Commercial Finance Analyst
    • Salary £40,000 - £50,000
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  • Pharmacist Manager - Wales

    Wales
    Permanent
    £55,000 - £65,000 per year

    We are seeking a skilled Pharmacist Manager to join a reputable organisation in the retail healthcare sector. This permanent position requires a GPhC-registered professional ready to take on a key role in their field based in Wales

    • Full time role
    • Supported by other pharmacist
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  • Pricing Analyst

    City of London
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £50,000 per year

    The Pricing Analyst role in the retail industry requires a detail-oriented professional to oversee pricing strategies and ensure profitability through effective analysis. Based in London, this position offers the chance to work within a dynamic accounting and finance department to support business goals.

    • Work for an innovative, industry‑leading company
    • Join a company experiencing growth and long-term stability
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  • HR Operations & Payroll

    London
    Permanent

    The HR Operations & Payroll role in the retail industry is focused on overseeing payroll processes and HR operations to ensure smooth functioning of the human resources department. This position is based in London and requires strong organisational skills and a solid understanding of HR and payroll practices.

    • A true HR Ops role with an exciting brand.
    • Ability to shape the remit.
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  • Office Junior

    West Byfleet
    Permanent
    £22,000 - £24,500 per year

    This exciting opportunity as an Office Junior in the Retail industry involves providing essential administrative support to ensure smooth operations within the Secretarial & Business Support department. The role is based in West Byfleet and is ideal for someone eager to develop their career in a professional and fast-paced environment.

    • If you can work in the office full time 5 days a week.
    • If you have no experience but are looking for your first office based role.
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  • Head of Finance

    Bingham
    Permanent
    £60,000 - £65,000 per year

    This is a hands-on role suited to someone who is keen to go beyond traditional finance responsibilities, contribute to business performance, and identify opportunities for improvement and cost savings.

    • business partnering, analysis, stakeholder management
    • Management accounts, controls, partnering
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  • Part Time Administrator

    Birmingham
    Temporary
    £25,000 - £30,000 per year

    We are seeking a meticulous and organised Part Time Administrator to join a retail business in Birmingham. This temporary role involves providing essential secretarial and business support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

    • This is a Part Time vacancy, working 19 hours per week.
    • Flexible temporary role with an opportunity to go permanent.
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  • Sales Support Executive

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

    The Sales Support Executive will play a crucial role in assisting the sales team with administrative and operational tasks to ensure smooth daily operations. This role in the retail industry is based in London and requires a detail-oriented individual with excellent organisational skills.

    • If you can work in Chiswick 5 days a week.
    • If you have worked in the automotive industry before.
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  • Marketing Assistant

    Chiswick
    Permanent
    £30,000 - £35,000 per year

    We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Marketing Assistant to support a dynamic team within the retail industry. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to marketing campaigns and ensure the smooth execution of promotional activities in London.

    • If you can work in the Chiswick office 5 days a week.
    • If you have work in the Automotive industry previously.
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  • Accounts Payable Temp

    London
    Temporary
    £20 - £22 per hour

    The role supports the day-to-day running of the finance function within a fast-paced fashion environment, assisting with tasks such as processing transactions, reconciling accounts, and supporting month-end reporting. It offers the opportunity to gain broad exposure across the finance team while contributing to the financial operations of a growing, design-led consumer brand.

    • Exposure to a fast-paced luxury consumer environment
    • Exciting role for immediately available candidate
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  • Interim Shopper Activation Executive

    Berkshire
    Interim
    £40,000 - £50,000 per year

    The Shopper & Activation Executive owns the strategy and delivery of best‑in‑class shopper activation, bringing brands to life at the point of purchase across omnichannel retail. Working cross‑functionally with Sales, Brand and external partners, the role drives commercially effective, sustainable activation that fuels brand growth.

    • Own and deliver best‑in‑class shopper activation
    • 12 months FTC £40,000 (5days ) / £50,000 (4days ) considered Hybrid Working
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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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