If you are searching for a job with an established UK high street retailer then Currys may be the ideal choice. This well-known retailer of quality electronics and white goods is part of the DSG International Group, one of Europe’s leading electrical retailers.
Currys employ around 24,000 staff and have a network of around 500 stores. With such wide UK coverage it is likely that you will find a branch of Currys on a high street in a town or city close to you. Currys also has a growing presence in many UK airports, offering duty free prices for UK holidaymakers.
Job vacancies with Currys can be split into three distinct categories, with a wide range of roles within each. These categories are as follows:
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Store Colleagues
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Store Management
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Regional Managers
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Currys Store Colleague Job Vacancies
Currys employs the largest proportion of its staff within its stores. Staff are required to be bright and articulate and have a passion for selling. The product range is diverse and you need to be able to sell the benefits of each product to the consumer, so from irons to plasma TVs you really do need to be interested in home electricals.
To run successfully each store needs to fill a range of vacancies on a range of terms. Full time employees work along side part time team members and there are seasonal vacancies available at peak trading times, such as Christmas. As trading hours become longer, with some stores open until late evening, Currys is an ideal employer for those who need to fit their working life around their family commitments.
Duties vary throughout the day, so a job with Currys is never monotonous. Store Colleagues are responsible not only for selling and delivering top class customer service, but also for stock replenishment, carrying out stock checks, running banking administration and merchandising.
As the products sold by Currys are at the forefront of technology, Currys will provide each of its Store Colleagues with in depth product training. Training is also provided for those staff who wish to further their career with the organisation and move into a supervisory or managerial role.
Currys Store Management Job Vacancies
Currys seeks to employ highly motivated and well-educated managers to run their busy stores. Each branch manager is responsible for success of his or her individual store. Good man management skills are required, because the store manager needs to get the best from their staff and ensure the store runs harmoniously. The store manager is also responsible for maximising profits, delivering quality customer service, stock management and creating an “in store theatre”.
The Store Manager will have several Deputy Managers reporting to him/her. Deputy Managers are on hand to offer the Store Manager any support required, plus they are responsible for the day-to-day management of the store and any training required in store. Store Managers and Deputy Store Managers receive continuous training and support from Currys Regional Managers.
Currys Regional Management Job Vacancies
Regional Managers are responsible for an average of 30 stores. Currys only employs candidates who have the experience required to manage busy and profitable retail outlets, so previous experience is always sought. The candidate should also be commercially astute, as they are required to analyse and interpret data in order to delivery increased profits year on year. Not only are they responsible for delivering success, but they also need to be capable of managing under performance and failure. Regional Managers employed with Currys are rewarded with a high level of pay and executive company car.
Currys Head Office Job Vacancies
Currys operates its head office from a stylish location in Hemel Hempstead in the South East of England. As with all the major retailers, there are a wide range of job roles which are based within this office. These jobs include:
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Buying
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Marketing
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Finance
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IT
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Human Resources
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Advertising
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Property Management
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Logistics and Supply Chain
Currys is also a major UK recruiter of University Graduates, and for non-store managerial roles, Graduates will be located at the Hemel Hempstead site.
Currys Job Vacancies – Employee Benefits
Currys offer a comprehensive benefits package, which is more extensive than some other UK retailers. Benefits include:
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21 days holiday entitlement per year. This is increased year on year to a maximum of 28 days, so continuous employment is rewarded.
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A company pension scheme.
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Access to a medical benefits plan.
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Eligibility to join the employee share scheme.
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10% staff discount.
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Childcare voucher scheme.
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Access to free and confidential legal advice
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How to apply for a Job Vacancy with Currys
There are several ways to apply for a job vacancy with Currys and these are dependant on job type.
Store Colleague Job Vacancies are often advertised in the store itself. Check the local store notice board or ask to speak to a manager to enquire about any vacancies that may be available. You may also find vacancies advertised in the classified job ads section of your local newspaper.
Store Management and Head Office Job Vacancies are advertised on the Currys website, and through a selection of publications such as Retail Week. Make sure you check these advertisements and ensure your CV is up to date before you upload it on to the Currys website.
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