The Best Connection Group Limited
Trade Counter Assistant
Portsmouth PO3 5RQ
Key information
- Pay
- £15 to £15 an hour
- Hours
- Full-time
- Contract
- Contract
- Posted date
- 29 Oct 2026
- Closing date
- 28 Nov 2026
About this role
The Best Connection are currently seeking a Trade Counter Assistant to work for our busy client based in Portsmouth.
Duties to include but not limited to
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Customer Service & Sales
Greet trade customers face-to-face and over the phone, understand project needs, and sell relevant products or solutions.
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Quotes & Orders
Process sales orders, draw up pricing quotes, and manage customer delivery or collection expectations.
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Account & Lead Management
Build rapport with local builders and contractors, and manage account bases.
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Stock & Warehouse Support
Maintain trade counter displays, check inventory levels, process stock, and assist in the warehouse or yard when busy.
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Administrative & Safety Duties
Handle till and card transactions, record sales data accurately, and keep the counter clean and compliant with health and safety standards.
Required Skills & Qualifications
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Experience
Background in retail, customer service, and a trade/building sector.
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Communication
Friendly, confident communicator who can give practical technical advice to tradespeople.
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Organisation
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and manage a busy workload.
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IT Skills
Basic computer literacy to handle point-of-sale systems and stock databases.
Working hours are Monday - Friday, 0800 - 1700.
Pay rate is £15 per hour, paid weekly in arrears.
If interested, please apply today or call Erin or Cameron!
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.