Trading Support Assistant – 12 Month Contract
Location: Harrow, London
Salary: £25,000 per annum

Contract: Full-time, 35 hours per week, 12-month maternity cover

I’m currently working with a leading retail business who are seeking a Trading Support Assistant to join their team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This opportunity would suit a recent graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced commercial environment, supporting trading and buying teams across the UK.

The Role:
In this role, you’ll provide key administrative support to the Trading Management Team, ensuring the smooth delivery of projects and supporting day-to-day trading activity. You'll work closely with Buyers and other internal teams, managing large data sets and ensuring tight deadlines are met.

Key Responsibilities:
Provide accurate and timely administrative support for trading projects. Work with Excel and internal systems to manage and analyse data. Build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders. Identify and suggest process improvements. Manage multiple tasks and work to tight deadlines.   
About You:
Recent graduate calibre, ideally in a business-related subject. Strong Excel and numeracy skills with the ability to analyse and present data. Highly organised with great attention to detail. Clear and confident communicator. A proactive team player who can also work independently. Desirable:
1-2 years' office-based experience, ideally within the retail sector. What’s on Offer:
£25,000 per annum salary. Valuable experience in a national retail organisation. Supportive and collaborative working environment. An excellent opportunity to develop your skills in retail operations and trading.   
If you’re looking for your first or next step in your career and keen to join a dynamic retail business, please get in touch to find out more.