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Retail Advisor, 38hrs 6M FTC, Reading

Virgin Media O2
Full-time
On-site
Reading, ENG

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Virgin Media O2 is hiring a Retail Advisor in Reading on a 6-month FTC, 38 hours per week onsite. You’ll welcome customers, build rapport, understand needs, recommend tailored tech solutions, showcase products, hit performance goals, and keep the store organized. Must haves are confidence, clear communication, resilience, flexibility to cover shifts, and a real interest in technology; retail or customer service experience is a plus. You’ll receive £12.40 per hour with potential to earn more through accreditation, plus private medical cover, a pension and 23 days leave plus your birthday off. To apply, tailor your CV to show customer service impact, teamwork and learning agility, and be ready for the online assessment and recruiter call.

Summary

Location Reading Job Family Retail Job Type Full Time Posted Date 27-Feb-2026 Ref # 72067

Location: Reading

Salary: Competitive + Fantastic Benefits

As a Retail Advisor, you’ll be part of a team that delivers exceptional customer service, helping people discover the products and services that suit them best.


Who we are

At Virgin Media O2, we’re not just about keeping people connected; we’re about making every interaction meaningful. 

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Welcoming customers with a friendly, approachable attitude.
  • Building rapport to understand their needs and recommending tailored solutions.
  • Showcasing our innovative products and meeting performance goals.
  • Helping to maintain an inviting and organised store environment.

Want to see what it’s all about for yourself? Copy this link into your browser to see a day in the life of our Retail Advisors: https://youtu.be/raOVboCNnK8?si=owx41uFLzBm3lNbV 


The must haves
  • Confidence, communication skills, and a passion for delivering great service.
  • Resilience and motivation to achieve individual and team goals.
  • Flexibility to adapt to different shifts and customer demands.
  • An open mind, ready to learn and grow in a fast-paced retail setting.


The other stuff we are looking for
  • A genuine interest in technology and how it can make life better.
  • Previous experience in retail, sales, or customer service (though not essential).
  • A proactive attitude and team spirit to thrive in a collaborative environment.


What's in it for you

We’ll set you up for success. You’ll have a supportive team and exceptional tailored training on a 4-day (30 hours) induction within the first two weeks of your start date. This will delve deep into all aspects of Virgin Media O2, making sure you’re well-prepared for success and able to serve our customers. You’ll also receive:

  • A competitive hourly rate of £12.40, with the potential to earn more through our accreditation programme.
  • Private medical cover through BUPA (including upgrade options to cover loved ones), a healthcare plan, and critical illness insurance. 
  • Market-leading maternity, paternity, neonatal, and carers leave policies.
  • 23 days’ annual leave and your birthday off. Plus, the option to buy and sell up to 5 extra days.
  • An excellent pension scheme, matching up to 10%

As well as the benefits, we also offer a wide range of support, rewards and tools – all focused on helping you to prioritise what really matters.


Next steps

Following your application, you’ll receive an invite to complete an online assessment. If you’re successful, you’ll receive a call from one of our Recruiters to talk through the role in more detail and discuss some further questions.

So, what are you waiting for

This is an opportunity to shape memorable moments for our customers while building a rewarding career. Apply today and bring your passion for people and technology to life with Virgin Media O2.

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