Matalan, which will be opening in the Old Market, has put out several job adverts for the new store, which is expected to open by Christmas. The fashion retailer is looking for two teams managers, and two retail assistants. The job adverts, posted on the companies official website, advises that the ideal candidate for the position of team manager will have a multitude of skills, including being able to "drive sales targets" and explore sales opportunities, and being able to lead the "implementation of seasonal layouts and visual guidelines" throughout the store.
ALSO READ: For the part time position of a sales assistant, the company is looking for a candidate who can deliver an "efficient and reliable service to customers". The advert states that weekends and evening shifts will be part of the role. The British fashion and homeware retailer will be taking over the downstairs retail area of the city centre premises.
The top floor is currently occupied by offices for Herefordshire-based online fashion retailer MandM Direct. Matalan is known for providing "affordable fashion and home goods" and as of 2023, had 231 stores around the UK.