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April 6, 2023

Pros

The brand has a good reputation and decent training program.

Cons

Not enough benefits. Too competitive between coworkers especially if part-time. They make you jump through hoops for non-existent opportunities. Not enough support from managers.

The brand has a good reputation and decent training program. Read More

April 6, 2023

Reviewed by: Christmas Temp (Former Employee)

March 22, 2021

Pros

Fantastic colleagues. Great training and support throughout the business.

Cons

So sad that it turned out to be too little too late & that many fantastic people have or will soon be made redundant.

Advice to Management

Never rest on your laurels. Communicate fully with staff & act upon their suggestions.

Great training and support throughout the business. Read More

March 22, 2021

Reviewed by: Senior Allocator in London, England (Former Employee)

May 13, 2021

Pros

Flexible part time hours and weekend work

Cons

Lack of training and support

Lack of training and support Read More

May 13, 2021

Reviewed by: Sales Assistant (Former Employee)

February 12, 2023

Pros

Great team and training from management

Cons

Long hours over Christmas period

Great team and training from management Read More

February 12, 2023

Reviewed by: Full Time Sales Associate (Former Employee)

July 26, 2021

Pros

Great team , strong training and good salary and benefits.

Cons

Pressurised environment particularly when the business environment is tough.

Great team , strong training and good salary and benefits. Read More

July 26, 2021

Reviewed by: Buyer in London, England (Former Employee)

July 31, 2022

Pros

Excellent training , training, discounts and good pay.

Cons

Long hours, not enough staff

Advice to Management

None

Excellent training , training, discounts and good pay. Read More

July 31, 2022

Reviewed by: Sales Associate (Former Employee)

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