How to Apply for a Christmas Temporary Retail Job

If you're looking for a seasonal job over the Christmas period, you shouldn't wait until the last minute to start your search. Many employers start recruiting for Christmas positions as early as September, so if you want to be in with a chance of landing your dream job, it's best to start your search early.

As we head into the last few months of the year, luxury, high-end retailers need to make the most of them. With the rising cost of living, competition for consumers' money will be higher than ever in 2022. Therefore, luxury retailers must have great staff to attract customers and make the most sales possible.

If you’re a candidate looking for Christmas work, here are some tips to consider:

1. Make Sure You're Prepared

There are always a lot of different Christmas-time retail jobs available. But these roles will be highly sought-after—especially as stores work with many famous, well-known brands.

You can either apply directly to retail stores via their website, or use a recruitment agency that specialises in retail.

Typically, you’ll always begin by submitting your CV, and the employer or agency will invite you to an interview if they think you would be a good match.

If you are successful, you are often provided with induction training, such as product and brand briefings.

2. Organise All Your Commitments

There are many types of Christmas roles available, both full-time and part-time, so you can find something that fits your schedule. Whether you're a student, a parent, or have another job, you can find a role that works for you.

If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding role where you can really make a difference, then a job in temporary retail could be perfect for you.

3. Be Ready

Christmas jobs are the perfect way to get your foot in the door of the retail industry. Many retailers use the holiday season as an opportunity to identify talented individuals to whom they can offer full-time positions. So, if you're passionate about retail and are looking for an opportunity to start your career in this industry, a Christmas job may be the perfect fit.

Working a Christmas job with a high-end brand can help you gain the experience and connections you need to succeed in the retail industry. Many successful people started working temporary jobs, so this is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door. Impress the people you meet and take advantage of this chance to get ahead in your career.

Submit your CV to Chimera Recruitment today

Chimera Recruitment is changing the face of retail by creating a better experience for stores, temporary and full time staff, and customers. We work with some of the best department stores and brands in the world to provide exceptional, charismatic agency staff who make a difference to each customer they interact with on the shop floor. 

If you’re looking for temporary retail jobs this Christmas period, we’ve got you covered!

Submit your CV to us today.