Sales Assistant
| Posting date: | 20 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £13.00 to £19.00 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 February 2026 |
| Location: | Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE2 7WH |
| Company: | The Best Connection Group Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JN -012026-17283_1768904873 |
Summary
Our client based in Peterborough is currently recruiting for a motivated Sales Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for hire enquiries, managing bookings and providing excellent customer service. You will work closely with both clients and internal teams to ensure equipment hire requests are processed efficiently and accurately. Working Monday - Friday 7.30 AM - 5.30 PM. Online application process so you can register from home.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process hire requests received via phone, email, or in person at the depot.
- Raise quotes for customers and process hire orders promptly.
- Manage general administrative duties, including updating records and maintaining accurate hire documentation.
- Communicate effectively with clients and internal teams to resolve queries and ensure smooth operations.
- Support the depot team with day-to-day hire operations as needed.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in hire, rental, or customer service is preferred but not essential.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) or similar software.
Hourly pay rate:
- £13.00 - £19.00 per hour depending on experience
Other benefits of working for The Best Connection Group Ltd include:
- NEW Perks at Work Scheme
- 28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
- Online payslips
- Weekly pay
- Pension contribution
- On-going assignments
- Possible permanent opportunities following successful trial periods
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.