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      Does Primark offer employee discounts?

      Primark reviews

      Retail

      Retail assistant
      Former employee
      Reading, England
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Good salary and pay, especially for the work involved. Flexible and manageable working hours, often with opportunities for overtime. Friendly and supportive colleagues, which creates a good team atmosphere. Experience gained in customer service, teamwork, and multitasking. Colleagues are generally easy to get along with, creating a positive environment. Employee benefits include a 15% discount on full-price clothing.

      Cons

      Long periods of standing during shifts can be physically demanding. Management quality varies, with many complaints about poor management, lack of respect, and inconsistency. Dealing with rude or difficult customers is a common challenge. The work can sometimes be boring and repetitive. Lack of air conditioning in stores leads to discomfort in extreme temperatures.

      Fast paced, team-oriented environment with room for growth but challenging workloads

      Retail assistant
      Former employee
      London, England
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Learning opportunity, employee discount, flexible hours

      Cons

      High workload, repetitive tasks, limited advancement

      Don't work here

      Sales associate
      Former employee
      Burlington, MA
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Employee discount after a probationary period

      Cons

      Minimal monitoring by management Storing garment folding tables in a wheelchair accessible fitting room Training is often minimal or not finished before new associates are placed alone on the floor

      Great experience overall

      Retail assistant
      Former contractor
      Bristol, England
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Friendly staff, 15% employee discount, free food in the cafeteria

      Cons

      Always too busy and too messy because of customers

      Great pay, Lovely colleagues

      Sales assistant
      Current employee
      King's Lynn, England
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Great pay and equal pay Nicest colleagues I’ve worked with Loads of overtime available

      Cons

      Long lunch breaks Employee discount only for the store

      Good for a retail job

      Retail sales associate
      Current employee
      Bury, North West England, England
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Guaranteed weekly hours Friendly atmosphere Pre set shift pattern/not rotating Decent pay for under 25s

      Cons

      Feel pressured at peak times when not enough resource Poor staff discount and no other mentionable benefits Very competitive if you want to progress

      Great workplace

      Sales associate
      Former employee
      Leeds, England
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      1. Opportunity for Growth: Primark offers a range of job opportunities, from entry-level to management positions, which provide employees with the opportunity to grow and develop their skills. 2. Employee Discounts: Primark employees receive a generous employee discount, which can be used in-store or online, allowing them to save money on their purchases. 3. Flexible Schedules: Primark offers flexible schedules for their employees, which is great for students or those with other commitments. 4. Competitive Pay: Primark offers competitive pay, which is reviewed regularly to ensure that employees are paid fairly for their work. 5. Positive Work Environment: Primark has a positive work culture, where employees are encouraged to be themselves and work collaboratively with their colleagues. 6. Employee Recognition: Primark recognizes and rewards employees for their hard work and dedication through various programs, such as employee of the month awards and bonuses.

      Cons

      1. Low wages: Primark is known for paying relatively low wages compared to other retail companies in the UK. 2. High workload: Working at Primark can be physically demanding, especially during busy periods such as sales and holidays. 3. Limited career growth: Primark does not offer many opportunities for career growth or advancement, which can be discouraging for ambitious employees. 4. Lack of employee benefits: Primark does not offer many employee benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, or employee discounts. 5. Busy and noisy environment: Primark stores can be very busy and noisy, which can make it difficult to focus and communicate with customers and colleagues. 6. Long working hours: Primark stores are often open for long hours, which can be tiring and make it difficult to balance work and personal life.

      Good first job

      Sales associate
      Former employee
      Exeter, England
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Fast paced environment got me used to the role quickly, and shifts went by fast. Easy to learn the ropes and everyone was nice to me.

      Cons

      Quick staff turn over meant I didn't get to know anyone. Very few benefits for employees and staff discount only during particular months.

      Sales assistant need

      Team member
      Current employee
      Cardiff, Wales
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Fast-paced environment — shifts go by quickly because you’re always busy. • Good for gaining experience — especially if it’s your first retail job. • Employee discount — sometimes available (depends on the location or season). • Sociable — you meet lots of different people (both staff and customers). • Opportunities to move up — Primark often promotes from within if you work hard. • Flexible shifts — part-time, weekend, and evening shifts are common, good for students.

      Cons

      Physically demanding — standing for long hours, heavy lifting, constant moving. • Very busy and stressful — especially during sales, weekends, and holidays. • Repetitive tasks — like folding clothes over and over, tidying, restocking. • Short breaks — and strict about timing. • Sometimes understaffed — meaning you have to handle a lot with less help. • Low pay for the amount of work — though it’s usually above minimum wage, it might feel not enough for how tiring it is.

      Pros & Cons

      Retail assistant
      Current employee
      Wallington, South East England, England
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Team Environment: Enjoy a supportive and dynamic team setting. Customer Interaction: Enhance communication and interpersonal skills. Employee Discounts: Get staff discounts on merchandise. Skill Development: Improve customer service, sales, and problem-solving skills. Flexible Hours: Ideal for students or those needing part-time work. Diverse Workforce: Experience a culturally rich work environment. Fast-Paced Work: Engage in a dynamic and exciting work atmosphere.

      Cons

      Physical Demands: Long periods of standing and heavy lifting. Stressful Environment: High customer volumes during busy periods. Irregular Hours: Includes evenings, weekends, and holidays. Low Wages: Typically lower pay compared to other industries. Repetitive Tasks: Routine tasks can become monotonous. Limited Breaks: Short or delayed breaks during busy times. Customer Complaints: Dealing with difficult customers.