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Store Assistant - Galway

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  • Galway, Ireland
  • Sales & Commercial
  • Part Time
  • Regular

Job Description

  • Job ID: 351641

  • Date posted: 23/06/2026



    • Join the launch of something special in Galway! IKEA is opening a brand-new Planning & Order Point, and we’re looking for friendly, customer-focused Store Assistants to be part of our opening team.

    Bring your energy to our small, fast‑paced store team, where no two days are the same! You’ll play a key role across the store, from welcoming customers and picking orders to operating checkouts and assisting customers on the shop floor with their questions. If you enjoy a role where you get to do it all, we want to hear from you!


    WHAT WE OFFER

    • Start Date: August 2026
    • Hourly rate of €15.70 per hour.
    • Part time:
    18 hours, working 3-4 days per week, including some late evenings and 3 out of 4 weekends
    24 hours, working 4-5 days per week, including late evenings and 3 out of 4 weekends
    • Full time:
    39 hours, working 5 days per week, including late evenings and alternate weekends
    • We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.


    WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

    Our co-workers bring unique ideas and skills to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.
    • 15% IKEA discount and discount portal helping you save £100s on high street retailers.
    • X4 Life Assurance, enhanced statutory pension contributions and interest free loans.

    ...as well so much more! Full list of benefits at https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/

    WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

    • You have a positive approach, love multi-tasking, and are enthusiastic about being part of the team and can work without supervision.
    • A customer first mindset and love the versatility of working in a different area each day, making the customer feel valued and supported in everything you do.
    • You are computer literate and able to work with technology.
    • You prioritise and organise your own work to make efficient use of the time available with great attention to detail.


    WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

    • You provide an inspirational shopping experience for our customers working across various departments throughout the day, supporting customers to find the best solutions for their life at home.
    • You are excited about the range, curious to learn the stories behind the products and their design, keen to share this with our customers.
    • You support maximising sales by ensuring your areas of responsibility are clean, fully stocked, all products priced, well presented and easy to shop. Some products may involve heavy lifting.


    WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE

    It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace.

    Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many

    RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION

    Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.

    • Please attach an updated CV with your application so we can get to know you better.
    • Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete an on-demand video interview.
    • Candidates successful until this point will be invited by email to attend a live virtual interview with a member of the recruitment team.
    • Final stage candidates will be invited to the meet with members of the Galway project team for a final stage interview.

    We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.

    For any advice or support, email Recruiter jack.mcskeane@ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!












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