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.