Primark is one of the UK’s retail success stories. Rapid expansion has seen the retailer emerge from the unknown into one of the leading high street names, offering up to date fashion for women, men and children at incredibly low prices.
Exciting job opportunities with Primark exist in locations throughout the UK and whether you are looking for a full time or part time position it is likely you will find a vacancy suited to your needs.
Thanks to continued growth and profitability Primark is actively recruiting staff to work in a variety of roles, from Store Managers to assistants, professional specialist head office staff and fashion focused buyers. Primark offers a working environment that is fast paced, modern, lively and challenging and the rewards are there for the right candidates.
Primark has an equal opportunities policy, meaning people from all backgrounds are invited to apply. Good qualifications are ideal, but so is the commitment to succeed and if you can demonstrate that you are well equipped and motivated to work in a demanding and challenging retail environment then you may stand a good chance of securing a job with Primark.
Primark Retail Store Jobs
Primark may be dedicated to being a low cost retailer, but the low prices bear no reflection on the calibre of the workforce. Primark will only employ bright and articulate individuals to work within its stores. You must be well presented and have a friendly and positive attitude, coupled with the desire and motivation to work hard and succeed.
Primark are focused on internal promotion and development, so if you secure a job with Primark, not matter how junior it is, you will have the chance to work towards a more senior role.
Within each retail store Primark employ staff in both customer and non-customer facing positions to ensure the store is well stocked to drive maximum sales. If you want to work within a Primark store you must possess the following qualities:
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Good communication skills and full understanding of the English language, both written and spoken
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2 years previous work experience in a busy retail environment
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Ability to work in a team
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Qualified to GCSE level or above
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Valid to work in the UK
Each Primark store is responsible for recruiting its own staff at a local level. If you are interested in applying for a job with Primark then you should visit your local store and ask to speak to a manager or supervisor who will be able to provide you with an application pack. Alternatively you can download an application pack from the Primark website and forward on to your local store, stating your interest. If your application and CV are suitable you will be contacted when a vacancy becomes available and will be asked to attend an interview.
Primark Store Managerial Job Vacancies
Primark depends on the efforts of its store management teams to keep each store running profitably. The retailer is currently recruiting managers across a variety of locations and at varying levels.
Primark managers are given responsibility at an early stage in their career. It gives the employee the chance to show they can meet the challenges ahead of them. From Management Trainee to Store Manager, each position is backed with a full training programme and the support of regional managers and supervisors. The new manager will be given an induction into each area of the business including stock room training, sales floor training and HR training. Formal training is also provided, covering management skills, health and safety and leadership.
Training provided by Primark for all managers is generally considered to be more comprehensive than training provided by some rival retailers. Working as a manager with Primark therefore gives the candidate a great wealth of great experience, which can prove useful for both internal or external career progression.
To apply for a managerial position with Primark you should meet the following criteria:
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Have 3 years supervisory experience in retail or 2 years experience in fashion retail
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You must have good commercial awareness
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You should be educated to GCSE level or beyond in English and Maths
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You should be resourceful and enthusiastic
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You should be able to work under pressure both alone and as part of a team
To find details of all managerial job vacancies with Primark across all store locations you should visit the Primark website.
A number of vacancies exist covering a variety of managerial levels. Details of the job description and salary can be found on the Primark website. If you do not see a suitable vacancy in a store near you then you can still apply speculatively. If your application is deemed suitable then you will be contacted when a vacancy arises.
Primark Head Office Job Vacancies
The UK head office location for Primark is in Reading. Primark also have a head office in Dublin, Ireland.
A number of busy functions operate from within both head office locations, and professional candidates are sought to fill vacancies in areas such as:
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Buying & Merchandising
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Marketing
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PR & Advertising
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IT
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Logistics and Supply
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Human Resources
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Finance
Working within the head office of a busy retailer like Primark will give the successful candidate a great experience in fashion retailing. Comprehensive training is provided for all head office staff, allowing you to develop your career from within the organisation.
For many of the head office vacancies candidates will be expected to hold academic qualifications ideally at degree level. This is a demanding commercial environment, where good business knowledge is backed up by ambition and professionalism and only the very best candidates will be selected to join what is fast becoming one of the leading names on the UK high street. The salaries available for staff working within the head office vary by job type and position. They are very competitive, and reflect the cost of living for both cities. Other benefits include company pension scheme, flexible working patterns and a good holiday allowance. A bonus scheme is also in pace for certain functions such as Buying.
Details of all Primark head office job vacancies can be found online and applicants can also submit their application and CV online.
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