Studio begins £750,000 recruitment drive

Studio Retail Ltd is going on a recruitment drive, with the announcement of 30 new positions created to work in the 76,000 sq ft office facility in Clayton le Moors, which houses Studio Retail's administrative and operational functions and was recently purchased outright by the Frasers Group.

The positions are for Customer Account Advisors in the Financial Services division. The salaries are £19-23,000 plus benefits including a generous staff discount. Flexible working is available across seven days with various hours, and Studio Retail encourage applicants to seek hours which suit both parties - for example students or working parents who are unable to work a traditional 9-5 pattern.

There is also a programme of continuous learning and people development, so plenty of opportunity for progression, with salary increments. You would also be joining part of the Frasers Group, one of Europe's leading retailers, made up of Sports Direct, FLANNELS, House of Fraser, Jack Wills and Evans Cycles, among others.

David Twigg, managing director, financial services at Studio Retail Limited, commented: "We are continuing to invest in our future in Hyndburn and the addition of 30 new colleagues shows we are in a period of significant growth and transformation.

"There are already over 650 colleagues working just in that building, and we can further develop this as we grow. It's great news for our workforce and a great opportunity for Hyndburn. We also have lots of other opportunities right across Studio Retail and I encourage people to take a look on our website www.studioretail.co.uk!"

Kate Morgan, head of talent for Studio Retail Limited, added: "This is great news for the local area - as one of the borough's largest employers, we will always require great staff and have lots of vacancies including the 30 new ones announced. We have a strong programme of people development, and a lovely modern working environment. If you have a background in Customer Service, and are confident and self motivated, please take a look at our website and apply now!"

Studio Retail (studio.co.uk) is a digital retailer with around 1.8 million customers each year, selling a great value essentials and top brand names at amazing prices across clothing and home product ranges.  You can see their available vacancies on www.studioretail.co.uk