AO goes on recruitment drive as coronavirus boosts e-commerce
Online electricals retailer, AO, has announced the creation of 650 new jobs across the UK in its retail, mobile, tech, financial services and logistics divisions.
It's a notable move amid a coronavirus outbreak that has caused many UK retailers to either freeze hiring or lay workers off, while unemployment claims have soared.
The pureplay, which currently has a 3,000 strong team, says that it is preparing for “significant growth and to manage the sustained demand sparked by customers turning to AO after Covid-19 accelerated online shopping habits”.
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It is looking to fill vacancies in various locations including Manchester, Bolton, Telford, Thatcham and Crewe and in some cases working from home. There are jobs on offer in tech, creative, supply chain, brand, sales, HR, customer services and marketing.
AO Founder and Chief Executive, John Roberts, says: “We went into Covid-19 fit and focused on the future. The pandemic accelerated a shift in customer behaviour towards online shopping. We saw five years’ change in five weeks. We now have the opportunity to make AO a habit that lasts for our new customers.”
“We’re investing to cement the change and prepare for our next phase of growth which includes creating hundreds of new, high quality jobs for a diverse range of talented people. Applications are open to anyone who cares passionately about being awesome for customers.”
For more information on the new roles, click here.
