Retail Assistants – Edinburgh Airport
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Position Overview & Specifications
Joining us as a Retail Assistant at the dynamic Edinburgh Airport could take your career in a very exciting direction. We have vacancies in several different Travel Retail stores, and are currently hiring candidates with prior experience as a Makeup Artist (MUA), Customer Service Assistant, Beauty Consultant, Skincare Consultant or Wine and Spirit Sales Advisor.
The RoleThis is a wonderful opportunity to provide customers with an enjoyable journey, and to work in a truly unique and dynamic environment at the same time as building your CV with world class brands.
The role will require you to work on the tills, assist on the shop floor and support replenishment. You’ll also be responsible for sales, including luxury sales, and delivering world class service to every customer.
To work in the Airport you must have the right to work in the UK. You must be 18+ years, not have been abroad for longer than 6 months, and be able to provide a full 5-year work/education history in the UK.
This position is full time with an expectation of 5 days a week. Shifts are 4am–12pm OR 12pm-8pm. You’ll get weekly pay as well as holiday pay and staff discount. You will be provided with brand and sales training and free parking.
How you’ll dazzle usThe perfect candidate for this role is someone chatty and friendly with bundles of enthusiasm and a passion for customer service. Always focused on customer happiness, you’ll be reliable, punctual and immaculately presented.
Experience is not essential (but would be a bonus) – we are looking for someone with a brilliant personality and fantastic communication skills.
What happens nextIf you are an outgoing, charismatic person who always has a smile on their face and loves the atmosphere of an airport, apply now!
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Staffing, Recruitment & Subcontracting
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Retail Assistants – Edinburgh Airport roles across Artisan People's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Staffing, Recruitment & Subcontracting.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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