Retail Sales Advisor

JOB TITLE: Sales Advisor

LOCATION: Basingstoke Store

CONTRACT: Fixed Term, 12 Month Maternity Cover.

Starting 9th November 2026 & Ending 7th November 2027

HOURS: 12 hours per week over 3 days (Thursday/Friday/Saturday)

PAY RATE: £11.60- £12.96 per hour.

Join the Apricot team!

We’re looking for a friendly and enthusiastic Sales Advisor to join our retail team.

As a Sales Advisor, you’ll be at the heart of our customer experience. You’ll help customers find the perfect pieces, share your product knowledge and create a welcoming environment that makes every customer feel valued.

You’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative store team, helping to keep the store looking its best while contributing to our sales and overall store performance.

What you’ll be doing

• Providing a friendly and welcoming experience to every customer

• Helping customers find products that suit their individual needs and style

• Developing and maintaining strong product knowledge

• Supporting the team to achieve sales targets and contribute to store performance

• Taking ownership of your responsibilities and completing tasks to a high standard

• Keeping the shop floor well presented and maintaining our brand standards

• Supporting with deliveries, replenishment, stock takes and other store operations

• Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards across the store, including the stockroom and back-of-house areas

• Following all company policies and operational procedures, including health and safety requirements

• Taking part in training and development opportunities to build your knowledge and skills

• Working collaboratively with your colleagues and supporting the wider store team

What we’re looking for

You don’t need to have previous fashion retail experience — what matters most is your attitude, enthusiasm and willingness to learn.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about delivering great customer service

• Interested in fashion and our brand

• Friendly, approachable and confident when interacting with customers

• A positive and supportive team player

• Motivated and willing to learn

• Flexible and adaptable

• Organised and able to manage multiple tasks

• Reliable and takes pride in their work

Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who enjoys working with people, takes pride in their store and wants to help create a great experience for every customer.

Why join Apricot?

Whether you’re looking to gain retail experience or build on your existing skills, this is a great opportunity to join the Apricot team, develop your fashion retail experience and make a valuable contribution during a maternity cover period.

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment or interview process, please let us know. We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive.

We’d love to hear from you – good luck!