Location: Greater Belfast Area
Easily accessible by public transport with nearby public parking available.
Job Type: Permanent, Part-Time
Hours: 15 hours per week

• 2 full days per week (10.00am to 5.00pm)
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• 1 Saturday in every 4 weeks on a rota basis (10.00am to 5.00pm)
• No late nights
• No Sundays
• Flexibility required to provide holiday cover, which may increase hours to up to 3 days per week on occasion

Hourly Rate: £12.71 per hour

About the Role

On behalf of our client, a highly regarded specialist lingerie retailer, we are seeking a Personal Sales Assistant to join their small and supportive team on a permanent part-time basis.

This established business has built an excellent reputation throughout Northern Ireland for providing a highly personalised, discreet and professional fitting and consultation service. With both appointment-based consultations and walk-in customers, they pride themselves on delivering exceptional levels of customer care in a warm and welcoming environment.

Full training will be provided; however, the successful candidate should expect a thorough learning period of approximately six months to become fully proficient in the role.

The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous face-to-face customer service experience.
• Has a warm, gentle and empathetic manner.
• Is diplomatic and able to put customers at ease.
• Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is professional, well-presented and approachable.
• Enjoys working as part of a small team.
• Is reliable, organised and eager to learn.
• Has a flexible approach to work and holiday cover requirements.
• Can handle sensitive conversations with confidence, discretion and professionalism.
• Applicants must be comfortable providing one-to-one lingerie fitting and measurement consultations to female clients and discussing sensitive personal requirements in a discreet and professional manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcoming customers and providing an exceptional customer experience.
• Answering telephone enquiries.
• Booking and managing appointments.
• Assisting walk-in customers.
• Processing and responding to online orders and enquiries.
• Conducting customer consultations and fittings.
• Helping customers select suitable products based on their individual needs.
• Maintaining high standards of customer care and professionalism at all times.

What You’ll Receive

• Competitive hourly rate of £12.71 per hour.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support.
• A welcoming and friendly working environment.
• No late evenings.
• No Sunday working.
• Opportunity to develop specialist product and fitting knowledge.

How to Apply
If you wish to apply or would like further information, please email your CV in Microsoft Word format to Patricia by clicking the link below.

Applicants must ensure their CV is accurate and up to date, including:

• Full employment history with dates.
• All educational and professional qualifications.
• Current contact details.

Please note that only applicants who meet the essential criteria will be considered.
Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

On behalf of our client, an established and growing company with a global client base, we are seeking an individual who is passionate about business development, client relationships, and has a drive to succeed in a fast-paced environment. This role is focused on driving business growth by identifying, prospecting, and developing relationships with potential clients while maintaining strong connections with existing customers to support continued business expansion.

The role is primarily office-based within the Greater Belfast Area, with an emphasis on telesales and proactive business development activity. While there may be some travel involved as the role evolves, we are looking for candidates who are comfortable with a predominantly office-based environment at this stage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary between £28,000 and £35,000 plus performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Health insurance and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Genuine career progression opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential clients and key decision-makers.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to engage new clients and expand business opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients through regular communication, meetings, and offering tailored solutions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment of services and offerings with client requirements.
• Prepare and deliver persuasive presentations, proposals, and pitches to prospective clients.
• Stay updated on market developments, industry trends, and competitor activities to identify opportunities for growth.
• Meet and exceed sales targets and objectives set by the company.
• Prepare and submit proposals, quotations, and necessary documentation to secure business, with support from the marketing team.
• Attend networking opportunities, business events, and industry conferences.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field (not essential).
• Proven track record in business development, sales, account management, telesales, or a similar client-facing role.
• Experience generating new business opportunities and developing long-term client relationships.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Resident of the UK.

About You

The ideal candidate will be a confident communicator who enjoys building relationships and identifying new opportunities. Whether your background is in telesales, business development, account management, customer service, or another target-driven environment, we would be interested in hearing from you. This role would suit someone looking to develop a long-term career within a growing business that rewards ambition, initiative, and results.

If you would like to find out more, please send your CV to patricia.oneill@applerecruitment.com and I will be in touch with more details. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
If this role isn’t quite right for you but you are considering a new opportunity, please get in touch with us.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apple Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.