Adecco
Event Sales Assistant (Temporary – Weekend Work)
Location: Outskirts of Chelmsford – Car Driver with Own car is prefered for this job
Dates: Saturday 27th June & Sunday 28th June ( 2days work)
Hours:
Saturday: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Sunday: 9:30am – 5:00pm (one staff member required until 6:30pm for pack-down)
Pay: £12.71ph + Holiday, Pension and Adecco Benefits
Overview
We are currently seeking two proactive and customer-focused Event Sales Assistants to support at a busy outdoor lifestyle and craft event. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who enjoy engaging with the public and have a confident sales approach.
Key Responsibilities
- Selling promotional products at a discounted rate using a card machine (provided)
- Actively engaging with event attendees to promote offers and drive sales
- Distributing flyers and marketing materials
- Capturing customer details to support new subscription sign-ups
- Maintaining a professional and welcoming presence on the stand at all times
- Assisting with general stand duties, including set-up and pack-down (where required)
Candidate Requirements
- Confident communicator with a friendly and approachable manner
- Comfortable with face-to-face sales and engaging members of the public
- Professional appearance and attitude
- Reliable and punctual
- Previous retail, events, or promotional experience is advantageous but not essential
Dress Code
- Branded t-shirt will be provided
- Candidates must wear black tailored trousers, shorts or a skirt
- Smart footwear required
Additional Information
- 1-hour unpaid lunch break provided per day
- The role is based outdoors on a grass pitch, so candidates should be prepared for varying weather conditions
- Staff will be expected to follow event procedures, including wearing exhibitor passes and maintaining site standards
- All waste must be removed from the stand at the end of each day
Apply Now
If you are available for both days and have strong customer-facing skills, we would love to hear from you. Please confirm your availability as soon as possible.
Why work for Adecco?
- Candidate of the month incentives
- Boost rewards – discount vouchers and collect points to spend!
- Support programmes
- Eye Care vouchers
- Competitive pension scheme
We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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