About Aafaq Bookstore
AAFAQ BOOKSTORE is opening a new bookshop at 165 Edgware Road in central London.
We specialise in Arabic and English books, stationery and related products. Our aim is to create a welcoming and professional bookshop serving local residents, students, educational institutions and visitors.
We are looking for a friendly, reliable and organised Bookseller / Bookshop Sales Assistant to join our London team.
Main responsibilities
- Welcome customers and assist them in finding suitable Arabic and English books and other products.
- Provide helpful book recommendations and respond professionally to customer enquiries.
- Operate the point-of-sale system and process cash and card payments accurately.
- Arrange, price and shelve books, stationery and other products.
- Replenish stock and help maintain accurate stock records.
- Receive deliveries and check products against delivery documents.
- Prepare online customer orders and arrange their handover to delivery couriers.
- Create attractive book and product displays.
- Support bookshop promotions and occasional social-media content.
- Maintain a clean, organised and welcoming shop environment.
- Carry out other reasonable duties connected with the day-to-day operation of the bookshop.
Essential requirements
- Fluency in spoken Arabic and the ability to read Arabic are essential due to our Arabic book collection and customer base.
- Good spoken and written English.
- Friendly, confident and professional customer-service skills.
- Good communication and organisational skills.
- Reliable, punctual and able to work effectively as part of a small team.
- Comfortable using computers and learning a point-of-sale and stock-management system.
- Willingness to work flexible shifts, including some weekends.
- The right to work in the United Kingdom.
Desirable experience
- Previous experience in bookselling, retail, customer service or operating a point-of-sale system.
- A genuine interest in books, reading, literature and culture.
- Experience with stock handling, displays, online orders or social-media content.
Training will be provided where required.
This is a full-time, on-site role at our Edgware Road bookshop, with an immediate start preferred.
Benefits
- Company pension, subject to eligibility
- Employee discount
- Training on the point-of-sale system and shop procedures
- Opportunity to contribute to the development of a new independent bookshop in central London
How to apply
Please submit your CV together with a short introduction explaining your relevant experience, Arabic and English language skills, current availability and right-to-work status.
Pay: £12.71-£13.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
