Retail
recruitment experts

Partnering with leading retail businesses to connect top talent and drive success.

At Sellick Partnership, we understand the fast-paced and competitive nature of the retail sector. Whether you are a well-established retail business or an emerging brand, having the right talent in key roles is essential to driving success. Our dedicated recruitment teams specialise in sourcing top-tier professionals across finance and accountancy, senior and executive leadership, transformation, technology, legal, HR, and risk and control, ensuring your business has the expertise it needs to thrive.

With years of experience supporting businesses in commerce and industry, we recognise the unique challenges faced by retail organisations. From financial planning and risk management to strategic leadership and legal compliance, our Consultants have an in-depth understanding of the sector’s evolving demands. 

We partner with businesses of all sizes, from large multinational retailers to niche independent brands, to provide bespoke recruitment solutions that align with their business goals. 

Retail recruitment specialisms

Senior & Executive

Senior & Executive

Leadership is at the heart of every successful retail business. In a market where transformation is key, securing the right leaders is more important than ever. We source senior and executive talent, including Chief Financial Officers (CFOs), Heads of Legal, and HR Directors, to help shape the future of your organisation.

C-suite recruitment services

Change & Transformation

Transformation

Retail businesses are increasingly investing in transformation to enhance customer experience, streamline operations, and embrace digital innovation. We place transformation specialists who can lead projects, manage change, and drive innovation at all levels.

Transformation recruitment services
Transformation jobs

Finance & Accountancy

Finance & Accountancy

Managing financial operations effectively is critical in the retail industry, especially as businesses look to adapt to new commercial landscapes. Our finance and accountancy recruitment specialists place high-calibre professionals in roles such as Financial Controllers, Management Accountants, and Finance Directors, ensuring strong performance and sustainable growth.

Finance recruitment services
Finance jobs

HR

Risk & Control

With increasing regulatory demands and the need for robust risk management strategies, retail businesses must prioritise risk and control. Our specialist recruiters place professionals in roles such as Risk Managers, Compliance Officers, and Internal Auditors to safeguard your business and ensure long-term stability.

Risk & Control recruitment services
Risk & Control jobs

ICT & Digital Technology

Technology

Technology plays a crucial role in retail success, from e-commerce platforms to data analytics and supply chain systems. Our technology recruiters source professionals for roles including IT Project Managers, Data Analysts, Cybersecurity Specialists, and ERP Consultants.

Technology recruitment

Technology jobs

HR

Legal

Retail businesses require strong legal expertise to navigate regulatory frameworks, employment law, commercial contracts, and compliance requirements. Our specialist legal recruiters support businesses by sourcing experienced In-House Counsel, regulatory specialists, and Contract Lawyers to help them stay ahead of legal complexities in a rapidly changing market.

Legal recruitment
Legal jobs

Senior & Executive

HR

As businesses undergo change – whether expanding or streamlining operations – HR professionals play a vital role in shaping culture and supporting employees through transitions. Typical roles we recruit to include: HR Business Partners, HR Directors and talent acquisition specialists.

HR recruitment
HR jobs

Navigating challenges in the retail sector

The retail industry is currently facing a number of challenges, from the ongoing cost-of-living crisis to shifting consumer behaviours and the introduction of artificial intelligence. Many businesses are reassessing their strategies due to restructures, redundancies, and changes in market share. Some organisations have needed to adapt their business models, invest in transformation projects, or implement new systems to remain competitive.

At Sellick Partnership, we recognise these challenges and work closely with businesses to provide recruitment solutions that align with their evolving needs. Whether supporting businesses through periods of growth or helping those navigating restructuring, we offer expert guidance on market trends, salary expectations, and talent acquisition strategies. 

We also provide tailored support to candidates affected by changes, assisting with CV preparation, interview coaching, and career progression advice.


Our recruitment services

At Sellick Partnership, we provide flexible and tailored recruitment solutions to meet the needs of the retail sector. Whether you require permanent hires to drive long-term success, day-rate contractors to support short-term projects, or fixed-term professionals for transformation initiatives, we have the expertise to find the right talent.


Permanent recruitment

We connect retail businesses with top-tier professionals who can make a lasting impact, ensuring stability and growth. 


Day-rate and interim recruitment

We provide highly skilled professionals on a short-term basis to support urgent business needs, system implementations and transformation projects.


Fixed-term recruitment

For businesses undergoing change, we source professionals to bridge skill gaps and support transitional periods effectively. 

Our dedicated Consultants take the time to understand your specific needs, providing expert guidance on market trends, salary expectations, and workforce planning. Whether you’re restructuring, implementing new systems, or simply expanding, we deliver the right talent at the right time.

Diversity & Inclusion
in recruitment

At Sellick Partnership, we are passionate about helping businesses build diverse and inclusive workplaces. We have dedicated Diversity Champions that span across our company, working to ensure that inclusive hiring practices are embedded into everything we do. We have created a range of resources, including our Recruitment Inclusion Checklist, to help clients implement fair and equitable recruitment processes.

We support businesses in attracting, hiring, and retaining diverse talent by providing expert advice on inclusive job descriptions, reducing unconscious bias in recruitment, and fostering an environment where employees from all backgrounds can thrive. Our commitment to D&I is at the core of our recruitment strategies, ensuring that our clients benefit from a workforce that reflects the diverse communities they serve.

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Diversity & Inclusion in recruitment

Why partner with Sellick Partnership?

Our teams at Sellick Partnership go beyond traditional recruitment to build lasting partnerships with our clients and candidates. We understand that the retail sector is constantly evolving, and businesses need adaptable, forward-thinking professionals to navigate change successfully. By truly understanding your business, we can deliver recruitment solutions that drive long-term success and help you stay ahead in a competitive market.

Our Consultants have a deep understanding of the retail sector and the impact of market shifts, cost-of-living pressures, and changing consumer demands. We leverage this expertise to provide informed recruitment strategies that align with your business objectives.

We have an established database of skilled professionals across finance, legal, HR, risk, and senior leadership, ensuring we connect you with the best talent. 

Whether you require permanent, contract, or interim professionals, we deliver a tailored approach that aligns with your business needs, including sourcing professionals for project work, systems implementation, transformation initiatives and workforce restructuring. 

We help businesses plan for the future by providing insights into market trends, salary benchmarking, and the evolving expectations of candidates. Our consultative approach ensures you remain competitive in attracting and retaining top talent.

Our Compliance Team has received industry recognition for ensuring that all processes are efficient, transparent, and fully aligned with regulations. This ensures peace of mind for our clients and candidates.

We pride ourselves on providing a high-quality recruitment experience, built on trust, integrity, and long-term partnerships.

We don’t just place candidates; we help businesses navigate changing work models, including the shift towards more in-office working, by advising on packages that appeal to top candidates beyond just salary.

Our track record in Retail recruitment

Roles we have successfully recruited to recently, include:

  • Risk & Controls Manager - £850/day (outside IR35)
  • Senior Accountant/Consultant - £700/day (outside IR35)
  • Senior Financial Accountant (SAP) - £600/day (outside IR35)
  • Senior Financial Accountant - £650/day (inside IR35)
  • Senior Financial Accountant - £550/day (inside IR35)
  • Senior Finance Business Partner x3 - £500/day (outside IR35)
  • Lead Finance Analyst - £350/day (inside IR35)
  • Head of Commercial Finance - £105k 
  • Senior Strategic Finance Manager x2 - £100k 
  • Senior Finance Business Partner - £100k 
  • Senior Financial Reporting Manager - £90k
  • Senior Finance Manager - International - £90k 
  • Senior Strategic Finance Manager - £80k
  • Senior Finance Business Partner x4 - £70k-£75k
  • Commercial Finance Manager x2 - £65k
  • Finance Business Partner x3 - £65k
  • FP&A Manager - £65k
  • FP&A Analyst - £60k
  • Lead Finance Analyst x7 - £55k
  • Commercial Insight Finance Analyst x3 - £55k
  • Financial Accountant x2 - £55k
  • Lead SAP Implementation specialist - £85k
  • Controls Analyst - £55k 
  • Financial Risk & Controls Manager - £75k  
  • Senior Finance Manager - Property - £85k

Are you hiring or applying?

Our collaborative approach and commitment to providing an outstanding level of service means we add value at every step of the recruitment process, whether you are looking for a job yourself or recruiting for your business.

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We don’t fill jobs, we place people. Finding the right candidate often demands that we apply a multi-channelled approach to sourcing the right people. Our process is all about predicting performance and finding candidates that are right for your business, forging a partnership that drives your success.  

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There are many benefits of registering with us as a candidate. Registering with us is really straightforward and is completely free. Registering will enable you to tailor your job search to the most relevant roles and you will also find it easier to apply for roles you are interested in moving forward.

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Proven success

We have a strong track record of supporting retail businesses in securing the talent they need to thrive. Our expertise spans across various specialisms, allowing us to place high-calibre professionals who make a tangible impact.

Supporting business transformation

We have successfully placed finance, legal, and HR professionals in organisations undergoing large-scale transformation, ensuring they have the strategic leadership and technical expertise required for successful change management.

Delivering market-leading insights

Our team provides up-to-date market intelligence, helping businesses navigate salary expectations, candidate availability, and hiring trends to remain competitive.

Long-standing client partnerships

Many of our clients return to us for ongoing recruitment support, trusting our ability to find the right professionals who align with their business goals. 

Enhancing workforce planning

From advising on talent retention strategies to supporting companies through restructures, we go beyond recruitment to add real value to businesses. 

Award-winning Compliance Team

Our Compliance Team ensures all recruitment processes meet the highest standards, providing peace of mind for clients and candidates. 

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Why partner with us?

Our Consultants specialise in profession, geographical area and sector, providing clients and candidates with knowledge and experience relating to their individual segments of the job market - ensuring that they can fully assess candidates’ suitability for each vacancy.

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Find your next job with us today. We don’t just fill jobs, we place people. From the initial call we will find out exactly what you are looking for and align your aspirations, motivations and achievements with the right opportunities.

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Whether you are looking for a new job yourself, or need to hire your next superstar, contact us today to find out how we can help. 

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