My client is an award-winning lighting design company with 50 years experience of helping architects, designers, contractors and property developers to source innovative, high-quality lighting solutions. They specialise in supplying decorative and statement lighting for commercial, hospitality and high-end residential projects.
Due to continued business successes they seek to recruit a Lighting Sales and Design Assistant. This is a rewarding multi-functional hands-on project support role that offers exposure to all areas of the business, including sales, quotations, lighting design and operations.
Key Responsibilities:- Assisting with preparation of quotations and project pricing
- Supporting lighting design work, including layouts and basic calculations
- Liaising with suppliers and assisting with product sourcing
- Supporting sales activity and client communications
- Assisting with order processing and use of internal systems (including Sage)
- Picking and preparing orders in the warehouse when required
- Supporting general day-to-day operations of the business
We are looking for someone with an interest in design, construction, lighting or technical products; experience of lighting design or electrical wholesale is an advantage, but not essential. In this client facing role you will be expected to have a can-do professional attitude, great communication skills, computer literacy and an eye for detail. You will take pride in your work, be well organised and be happy to get involved in all aspects of the business. You will be eager and willing to develop new skills and reliably take pride in your work. Knowledge of Sage is desirable but not essential.
We offer the opportunity to learn all aspects of a growing lighting business with hands-on training and development. You will gain exposure to a wide range of projects and clients all in a supportive, team-focused environment. This is a great opportunity that may suit someone at the start of their career to gain real, practical experience in a fast-growing business, with the potential to develop into a more senior role over time.
Starting salary to £28,000. Office hours Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5.00pm, 2pm finish on Friday. 25 days holiday + 10 stats, pension. Smart offices are based in East Belfast near airport, Full UK driving licence (essential). Access to own car advantageous.
Interested? Contact Bill Ashe at Staff Source, please send in your CV using the apply button. Confidentiality guaranteed.
Skills: Communication, Project Administration, Client Liaison
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