General Assistant - Musgrave MarketPlace Belfast
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Position Overview & Specifications
General Assistants
Permanent, 20-hour flex
Musgrave MarketPlace Belfast, Dargan Crescent
Musgrave
Our people are the heart of our business. As our greatest asset, they make Musgrave a great place to work and in return we aim to be the very best place to work, grow and thrive. We have an opportunity for General Assistants to join our team at Marketplace Belfast
As Northern Irelands leading wholesaler, we offer the most comprehensive range in the market with over 10,000 lines including impulse, alcohol, grocery, and chill freeze. We are committed to helping local businesses succeed with our dedicated customer service team.
Our Belfast marketplace team is growing, we are looking for dedicated and driven individuals to help us continue our success in winning the EIQA award (Excellence Ireland Quality Association) Belfast only. We have the following exciting opportunities available:
The Role
As the general assistant you will be responsible for handling cash, customer service, checkout operations and car parking duties. You will also have responsibility for merchandising & display and general housekeeping duties. This is an exciting opportunity to join Musgrave Market place, recognised as ‘Store of the Year 2020’
Hours of work
20-hour flex contracts available (you can flex up to work more hours a week if you want)
What you get in return?
- 20 holidays (pro rata) increasing with service plus bank holidays
- Free Staff Parking
- Onsite Canteen
- Wellbeing incentives & discounted gym membership (MyGymDiscount)
- Grocery Aid Counselling Service & Financial Wellness
- Cycle to work scheme
- Development plans
Inhouse training and career progression
- Uniform Provided
- Pension
- 10% Staff Discount in the Marketplace
- Get involved in a range of fundraising activities with our long-term charity partners
Experience, Skills & Education
Essential criteria:
GCSE Maths & English at grade c or above (or equivalent) or 6 months experience in a similar role
Can demonstrate teamwork, good communication and working on own initiative
The job requires a high degree of physical fitness in order handle large and heavy cases of produce.
Previous cash handling experience would be advantageous but not essential as all training will be provided.
To apply please visit https://www.musgravegroup.com/careers/
Closing date for applications: close of business on 31st May 2023
Musgrave is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from diverse candidates. If we can make any accommodations to enable you to be the best version of yourself during the interview, please let us know.
Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 20 per week
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 31/05/2023
Reference ID: Ref: 14491
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: Wholesale
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Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Wholesale.
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 £19,543 - £21,643 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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