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Retail Assistant

Frontline Recruitment Group
York Place · posted 10 August 2026
Salary
£12.9 an hour
Job type
full time
Location
York Place, City of Edinburgh
Category
Retail/Purchasing
Job Description: Retail Assistant – Store Opening Project Location: St James Cres, Edinburgh EH1 Assignment Start Date: 18th August Shift Times: Between 6:00am and 02:00am (depending on the day – schedule agreed and provided in advance) Pay: £12.90 per hour Contract Type: Temporary Assignment Frontline Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a leading beauty retailer for an exciting new store opening at Edinburgh city centre . We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable, and hardworking Retail Assistants to support the set-up and launch of a brand-new beauty store. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-profile retail project and work within a supportive team environment. This role would suit individuals who enjoy working as part of a team, take pride in their work, and have a keen eye for detail. Benefits * Opportunity to be part of a brand-new store opening * Friendly and supportive team environment * Gain valuable retail and merchandising experience * Short-term assignment with immediate start * Modern retail environment * Weekly pay The Role * Assisting with the set-up and preparation of the new store * Unloading deliveries and pallets * Moving and organising stock throughout the store * Merchandising products and creating attractive displays * Replenishing shelves and maintaining presentation standards * Following planograms and store layout instructions * Supporting the wider team to ensure the store is ready for opening * Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment The Ideal Candidate * High attention to detail * Positive and proactive attitude * Strong teamwork skills and commitment to completing tasks * Comfortable with manual handling and physical work * Able to handle products, fixtures, and equipment with care * Previous retail, merchandising, or warehouse experience would be beneficial but is not essential * Reliable, punctual, and hardworking * Flexible and willing to assist with a variety of tasks This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business offering competitive rates of pay, excellent overtime opportunities, and genuine long-term career prospects. Apply today to become part of a professional warehouse team where your skills and experience will be valued. Frontline Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy
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