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ThePostalStore is seeking to recruit an ambitious, committed and hard working individual as a Business Development Executive based in Donegal or Tyrone. The successful individual will be selling a suite of products within the logistics field to prospective customers across Ireland. Therefore, the successful person will need to travel to potential clients across Ireland as part of this role. ThePostalStore is looking for someone who can support our objectives for 2026 including company growth by identifying new sales leads, nurturing client relationships, and developing strategies to increase revenue. You will act as a bridge between potential clients and company services, conducting research, pitching services, negotiating contracts, and hitting sales targets which are agreed at the outset. This is a great opportunity for the right person. A basic salary, uncapped commission, company vehicle, laptop and phone are offered. The Person would be expected to be in the office at least twice a week and therefore must live near to Letterkenny or Strabane. A hybrid option is ok with some days working from home but most of the time visiting potential clients across Ireland at their place of work. We are looking for the right candidate and if you think you are right for this role make sure to tell us why you would be a good fit. In the first instance we are accepting applications by way of email with a CV and a cover letter. If you just send a CV or don't spend time telling us why you want the role we won't get in contact. If this is for you tell us why its for you. ThePostalStore is a forward thinking business with locations in Letterkenny, Strabane and Belfast. We have customers from all over the world and are looking to continue on our growth plan.
Sales Manager
Main Purpose of Job: We are currently recruiting for an experienced Sales Manager to join Connolly Motor Group team, within the Sales team at Volkswagen Letterkenny.The successful candidate will be required to ensure the team continuously deliver the highest level of satisfaction to internal and external customers. This will require you to ensure the company business plan is met via the sale of vehicles, finance and insurance products. To ensure that the margins achieved on the sale of all dealership products are in line with manufacturer standards. To ensure that the sales team delivers the highest standard of service and that every opportunity is taken to continuously improve working methods and standards. Role Responsibilities:
Shop Assistant
About SVP SVP is a large, national, voluntary organisation with extensive experience working with a diverse range of people who experience poverty and exclusion. Through its network of volunteers and employees, it is strongly committed to social justice and advocates for the creation of a more just and caring society. SVP is an equal opportunity employer committed to treating all individuals with dignity and respect. We are dedicated to protecting everyone we encounter from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, and exploitation, in accordance with Irish equality legislation. All employees are expected to adhere to SVP’s Dignity & Respect and Safeguarding policies, including those relating to children and vulnerable adults. The founder of the Society, Blessed Frederick Ozanam, was a devout Christian, and his legacy of spirituality remains a key element of every Conference within the Society. It is normal practice within the Society that prayers are said at the beginning and end of Conference meetings or other meetings where members are present, as this underpins the ethos of the Society. Participation is not required. Purpose of the Role To provide support and assist the Manager in the operation of Vincent’s shops in a manner that reflects SVP’s high retail standards and maintains the professionalism and profile of the Society across all areas of operation. Guidance and Authority The post holder is expected to operate with considerable autonomy, referring matters to their line manager when significant resistance is encountered in implementing good practices or policies, when actions may place stakeholders such as children, vulnerable adults, scheme participants, volunteers, or the Society's reputation at risk, or when decisions could substantially impact the workload of others. Principal Accountabilities The role holder will be responsible for: Business Development • Effective resourcing (staff, volunteers, and stock). • Engage with shop customers to encourage volunteer recruitment. • Sustain substantial donations. • Replenish donation bags with SVP-branded bags and thank-you cards. • Review daily shop operations. • Ensure compliance with Shop Policies and Procedures Folder. • Recommend changes to improve customer care, retail standards, financial control, health and safety, and staffing. • Maximise financial contribution. • Price garments for maximum yield based on guidelines. • Deliver outstanding customer experience on every visit. • Minimise in-store costs (e.g., waste, utilities). Customer Service • Promote sales through a service culture. • Build two-way relationships with regular customers. • Gather feedback via surveys, focus groups, and events. • Promote thank-you cards and loyalty cards. • Enforce a consistent “meet and greet” policy. • Encourage regular self-assessment. • Use Vincent’s Retail checklist to assess atmosphere, displays, and after-sales service. • Maintain shop cleanliness and order. • Manage customer complaints. • Investigate and attempt resolution where possible. • Refer unresolved complaints to the Regional Retail Manager. Team Satisfaction • Foster a positive work environment. • Ensure all staff and volunteers are free from intimidation, harassment, or discrimination. • Provide work aligned with individuals’ skills and motivations. Compliance • Cash handling and reporting. • Complete the Cash Reporting Sheet daily. • Policy adherence. • Follow all SVP and Retail policies and procedures (provided in the shop’s folder). • Raise compliance concerns to the Regional Retail Manager. • Health and safety compliance. • Promote and ensure adherence to health and safety best practices and legislation. • Cash and stock control. • Address non-compliance through agreed action plans. • Report non-compliance immediately to the Regional Manager. • Operational risk reassessment. • Reevaluate risks in response to economic, legal, or procedural changes. • Collaborate with management or relevant departments to address issues. Challenges There are a number of challenges in this role, largely determined by the scale, complexity, voluntary nature, and high levels of local autonomy within the Society: • Acceptance of the dynamic of a complex, national, membership organisation and an understanding of how this contributes to and constrains the work. • Influencing others not under direct authority. Other Information In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, the job holder may be required from time to time to perform other duties as deemed reasonable and necessary by the employer. The job holder may also be required to work or attend training or meetings at another location. As much notice as reasonably practicable will be given of any such requirement or change. Employees are responsible for notifying their manager in writing of any statutory rest period or break to which they are entitled but were unable to avail of on a particular occasion, including the reason for not availing of such rest period or break, within one week. The Society is committed to the Right to Disconnect Code of Practice, which applies to all employees regardless of where they work (office, service, home, or other remote locations) or their working pattern (core, shift, or flexible hours). Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required Qualifications • Job holder should ideally be educated to Leaving Certificate standard. Experience • At least 2 years’ retail experience, ideally some of which has been gained in the community or voluntary sector. Knowledge • Knowledge of the Society and its mission and values. • Commercial awareness. Skills • Experience working in a customer-facing environment; motivated, with excellent customer care skills, confident communication, and a passion for helping people. • Excellent organisational skills. • A positive outlook with resilience and persistence in the face of barriers and setbacks. • Ability to display empathy, patience, and a well-developed sense of humour. • A keen eye for visual merchandising and display. • Self-motivated with pride and satisfaction in own work. • Outgoing and energetic; able to work independently and as part of a wider team. • Excellent numerical skills. • Willingness to work flexibly and provide cover for the Shop Manager when required. Personal Attributes • Honest and trustworthy. • Respectful. • Flexible. • Demonstrates sound work ethics. • Maintains confidentiality.
Sales Executive
Main Purpose of Job: We are currently recruiting for a Sales Executive to join Connolly Motor Group team, within the Sales team at Volkswagen Letterkenny. The role: The successful candidate will be required to work as part of the sales team, to continuously deliver the highest level of satisfaction to internal and external customers. This will require you to continually strive to meet sales and profit opportunities via the sales of vehicles, finance and insurance products. Profit margins achieved on the sale of all products are in line with manufacturer standards. This results in the selling of an agreed volume of new and used vehicles. Role Responsibilities:
Catering Officer
Remuneration The salary scale for the post is (01/02/2026): €57,898 - €59,278 - €60,963 - €64,126 - €66,017 - €68,372 - €70,734 LSIs Our Mission Our mission is to ensure that the people of West and North West: • are supported by accessible health and social care services to live healthier lives, • have access to safe, high quality, compassionate, and integrated care, delivered by highly skilled and valued staff, • can be confident that we will deliver the best health outcomes and value through a culture that supports continuous improvement, excellence in clinical practice, teaching, research and innovation Our Values The HSE's values of Care, Compassion, Trust and Learning influence everything the Health Regions do. All HSE Health Regions encourage a culture where all staff live by these values every day, as they interact and deal with colleagues and members of the public. Reporting Relationship The post holder will report to the Catering Manager. Key working relationships In execution of their role, the post holder will develop effective working relationships with current catering team as follows: • Facilities Manager • Catering Manager • Catering Officer Grade I • Executive Chef • Catering Supervisors • Chefs • Catering Assistant To work with other Service Managers and Clinical Nurse Managers within Letterkenny University Hospital as required. To work closely with Dietitian and Speech and Language Therapists within Letterkenny University Hospital. To work closely with external suppliers and consultants as required. Please note that the above list is not exhaustive and key working relationships will change over time. Purpose of the Post Provide day to day management of the Catering Service and other areas as required within Catering Department, Letterkenny University Hospital, St. Conal’s Hospital and external units. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Professional • The person holding this post is required to support the principle that the care of the patient comes first at all times and will approach their work with the flexibility and enthusiasm necessary to make this principle a reality for every patient to the greatest possible degree. • Maintain throughout the hospital awareness of the primacy of the patient in relation to all hospital activities. • Performance management systems are part of role and you will be required to participate in the Group’s performance management programme. The Catering Officer Grade I will: • Supervise and manage all catering activities to ensure that all patients, staff and public receive the correct meal at proper temperature, quality and time. • Assume full responsibility for the running of the Catering Department in the absence of the Catering Manager. • Take responsibility for other areas of the Catering Department (Restaurant, Wards or CPU) in the absence of Catering Officer Grade I of that area. • Liaise with other Catering Officers, Executive Chef, Supervisors and Clerical Officers as required on a daily basis. • Provide returns and information to CPU and the Finance department as requested. • Liaise with department heads and other services in relation to all aspects of catering service to patients. • Ensure that standards of service are maintained and all aspects of HACCP are fully implemented including ongoing staff training courses with the EHO Education Sector. • Assist in the identification and development of key performance indicators (KPIs). • Drive and promote a Performance Management Culture. • Ensure that the ordered foodstuffs and other materials delivered to the Catering Department are of the nature, substance and quality set out in contracts. • Be responsible for devising and implementing the menu cycle in conjunction with Catering Officers, Executive Chef and Dietetic Team. • Investigate patient/customer complaints and adhere to complaint procedure. • Ensure the economical use of equipment and non-food materials within the department. • Be actively involved in introducing systems/change to reduce general waste and food waste. • Attend training courses when required. Supervision of Staff The Catering Officer Grade I will: • Direct, control and organise all staff within your direct span of control and ensure the required operational standards are achieved and maintained. • Prepare and maintain rostering arrangements. • Carry out performance management discussions with all staff on a regular basis. • Assist with the training of staff reporting to them in order to help staff perform their duties and to monitor and record same. • Assist in the induction of new staff. • Maintain good communications between management and staff. • Ensure that staff comply with the hospital policies, procedures and guidelines. • Co-operate and work as a team with all other catering supervisors and managers. • Promote a professional image and ensure staff attend work on a regular basis and in a timely fashion. • Be responsible for ensuring that adequate staffing levels are available within the Catering Department. • Advise and assist with recruitment of catering staff including participation on interview boards. • Implement and assist in the development of training and induction for staff and identify training needs. • Deal with staff queries regarding pay, rosters etc. • Perform a management role in grievance/disciplinary procedures and other industrial relations issues. • Review on a regular basis sick leave of staff and take corrective action as appropriate. Financial The Catering Officer Grade I will: • Assist the Catering Manager with financial information on a monthly basis or as required. • Monitor resources within the Catering Department i.e. personnel, provisions and equipment. • Supervise cash receipts, lodgement daily records and ensure these records are up to date as required. Hygiene and HACCP The Catering Officer Grade I will: • Monitor HACCP system on a daily basis and ensure hospital policies and statutory regulations are being implemented. • Carry out audits of area of responsibility ensuring catering department complies with all HACCP, HIQA, hospital policies and statutory regulations. • Check meals for quality, quantity and presentation. • Ensure proper portion control is observed and that meals are properly presented. • Observe and monitor work practices of staff to ensure correct hygiene practices are adhered to at all times. • Ensure that all staff are aware of HACCP procedures/controls and are acting accordingly. • Ensure proper work practices are adhered to in relation to food handling and food safety. Health and Safety The Catering Officer Grade I will: • Be fully conversant with Health and Safety at Work and ensure that staff under their direct control are fully aware of their responsibilities under the law and comply with all safety regulations. • Report and take necessary action in the event of an accident, fire, stock damage or unfit food and complete necessary reports. • Ensure incident report forms are completed and report any accidents to Catering Manager. • Ensure effective safety procedures are in place to comply with Health, Safety and Welfare at Work Act. • Be responsible for monitoring health and safety within the Catering Department. • Ensure staff receive proper training in Fire Safety. • Ensure staff are provided with and wear full uniform and personal protective clothing including footwear. • Ensure equipment and work areas/practices are safe and maintained regularly. • Ensure safety statement is updated and safety audits are performed regularly. • Have a working knowledge of HIQA standards and comply with associated HSE protocols. • Support and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives. Information Technology The Catering Officer Grade I will: • Operate existing or new technology as appropriate. • Be aware of modern developments within the industry and assist in introduction of new technologies. General Conditions • Employees must attend fire lectures periodically and must observe fire orders. • All accidents within the Department must be reported immediately. • Infection Control Policies must be adhered to. • In line with Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 all staff must comply with safety regulations and audits. • Smoking within the Hospital Building is not permitted. • Hospital uniform code must be adhered to. • Provide information that meets the need of Senior Management. Risk Management, Quality, Health and Safety • Adequately identifies, assesses, manages and monitors risk within area of responsibility. • Have working knowledge of HIQA Standards and comply with HSE protocols. • Support sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives. Education and Training • Engage in the HSE performance achievement process in conjunction with Line Manager and staff as appropriate. The above job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved. The post holder may be required to perform other duties appropriate to the post. Service needs may dictate additions or modifications from time to time. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/or experience Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience etc. Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Hold a Bachelors of Arts NFQ Level 7 in Hospitality Management awarded by Technical University Dublin OR (ii) Hospitality Studies (Higher Certificate) Level 6 awarded by Munster Technical University OR (iii) A Diploma in Dietetics OR (iv) An equivalent qualification OR (v) Be currently employed in the HSE or funded agency as a Catering Officer AND (vi) Candidates must have at least three years satisfactory experience in direction and control of catering arrangements for an institution catering for minimum 200 persons per day OR (vii) At least five years satisfactory experience in direction and control or assisting in direction and control of catering arrangements for an institution catering for minimum 200 persons per day AND (b) Candidates must have requisite knowledge and ability for proper discharge of duties. Health Candidates must be fully competent and capable of undertaking duties and be in a state of health suitable for regular and efficient service. Character Candidates must be of good character. Post Specific Requirements • Demonstrate experience working in a HACCP environment. • Experience supervising staff in hospital or hospitality setting catering for 200 or more. • Experience managing food safety systems at accredited level. Other Requirements • Computer skills including Excel, Word and Outlook. • Experience of training and inducting staff. • Access to transport. • May be required to take up duty within 3 months of offer. • Full clean driving licence may be required. Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be: (i) EEA, Swiss or British citizens OR (ii) Non-EEA citizens with permission to reside and work in the State Skills, Competencies and Knowledge Candidates must demonstrate: • Knowledge of HACCP, HIQA, Health and Safety. • Knowledge of catering operations and menu planning including IDDSI Framework. • Ability to use Microsoft Office and ICT systems. • Ability to plan and manage workload and meet deadlines. • Commitment to quality service and continuous improvement. • Problem solving and decision making ability. • Leadership and teamwork skills. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Tenure The current vacancy is permanent and whole time. A panel may be created for future vacancies. Working Week Standard weekly working hours are 35 hours per week. Hours may vary between 8.00am and 8.00pm over seven days. Annual Leave Annual leave will be confirmed at contracting stage.
Customer Experience Champion
Your Role: As a Branch Customer Experience Champion, you will work collaboratively with your team and Branch Lead to support the efficient delivery of business objectives and the day to day branch operations in a compliant manner. You will actively develop your skills through participation in our Collaborative Customer Conversations program whilst ensuring you meet the needs of our customers through promotion of our Omni-Channel approach. You will become familiar with the Banks Customer Segmentation Strategy and take part in ‘in branch’ and localised promotional activities within the territory to identify new business opportunities to increase new customer acquisition whilst maintaining positive relationships with existing customers. Your Team: You will be a member of a team that is the ‘Face’ of PTSB. Your team is a dynamic one and works in a fast paced environment to drive and deliver the Bank’s ambition to become Ireland’s best personal and business bank Your Responsibilities: · Support in the day to day operation of customer service within the branch. · Provide an excellent level of customer service and advise our customers throughout their product /financial needs journey, further improving the customer experience with both over the phone and face to face interactions. · Take ownership and deal with customer queries in an effective, professional and compliant manner. · Generate and execute sales from lead (where qualified to do so) to fulfilment in accordance with the Omni-Channel ethos and activity management system. · Assist with sales campaigns including post sales fulfilment, administration and follow up tasks. · Adopt a prompt and customer centred response to leads passed from Open24 to maximise new business opportunities from customer base. · Perform duties in accordance with policies, procedures, whilst living PTSB’s values and Standards. · Assist the Branch Lead and wider territory team with key customer relationships. · Assist with retaining existing business and actively contribute to growing new business across all customer segmentation profiles in line with agreed branch requirements. · Perform cash administration duties, promoting, balancing and efficient daily maintenance of ATM/SSBM policies and procedures relevant for your branch location and model. · Perform the various roles in the branch on a rotation schedule on an ongoing basis. · Maintain knowledge of the regulatory codes and legislation impacting on day to day work. · Commit to continuous professional development and agree an annual performance and professional development plan with the manager. · Continuously reviews skills, and be flexible and open to feedback Requirements: Essential · QFA or APA in Loans and/or Savings & Investments, with up-to-date CPD hours for the relevant CPD years. If no APA held, or only one APA in Loans or S&I held, the candidate must commit to qualifying within a 2 year period to achieve APA in both Loans and S&I. · If no APA held, the candidate must meet the minimum entry requirements of holding an Ordinary Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) with a grade D3/O6/H6 at Ordinary or Higher Level in five Leaving Certificate subjects (including English and Maths), and/or 5+ years post Leaving Certificate experience. · Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a commitment to providing an outstanding customer experience · Have significant level of proven sales, customer service or clerical experience in a regulatory compliant environment (where MCC) · Committed to and enjoys working in a sales environment Desired · Excellent knowledge of all retail finance product, processes and procedures · Significant experience in financial services Competencies for Your Role / Behaviours for Success: Accountability & Decision Making Commercial Growth Customer Focus High Performance Teams Risk Management Fitness & Probity: CF3 & CF4 This job is a controlled function as defined by the Central Bank Reform Act 2010 Regulations 2011. Any appointment will be conditional on the company being satisfied that the appointee meets the requirements as set out in the Fitness s and Probity standards issued by the Central Bank. This requires the company to complete prescribed due diligence to assess the appointee’s fitness and probity. Individual Accountability Framework: CF3 & CF4 As a role carrying a CF designation, the role holder will also be subject to the Common Conduct Standards under the Central Bank of Ireland’s Individual Accountability Framework and will be required to take reasonable steps to ensure the Conduct Standards are met. The role holder will be required to possess and maintain the appropriate technical knowledge required to perform the role and to understand the regulatory obligations to which they are subject as a CF to include, without limitation, the Common Conduct Standards and the Fitness and Probity Standards. Minimum Competency Code: CF3 & CF4 The Minimum Competency Code (MCC) 2017 sets out the minimum standards of skills and knowledge for employees providing advice, information and associated activities in connection with retail financial products, the appointee must meet the specific MCC requirements to perform this role. Additionally, for MCC roles, there are continuous professional development (CPD) requirements. Further details on Fitness and Probity and/or MCC due diligence are available from HR. Who We Are: At PTSB, we are Altogether More Human. We bring the best of technology and our people together to solve real customer needs and deliver a better banking experience. Customer & Colleague focused. Inclusive. Caring. We manage risk and comply with regulations, where everyone works to meet our goals and are proud of the part they play. While culture is always evolving, our values and heart of our purpose remain the same. Living our values and managing risk builds trust. We nurture an accountable and supportive workplace where everyone is encouraged to contribute meaningfully, as we become Ireland’s best personal and business bank through exceptional customer experiences. We promise to create a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone is welcome and respected. When you are your authentic self, your colleagues have better experiences working with you. This leads to exceptional customer experiences. We are Open. We are Inclusive. We build Trust. We are One PTSB. Internal applicants must have a minimum of 6 months in their current role prior to applying and have successfully passed probation . The Bank understands the importance of a consistent and relentless focus on championing diversity and inclusion. We aim to attract, recruit, and retain individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, competencies and abilities to work collaboratively to enhance the service we provide to all of our customers and the communities we serve. PTSB supports Equal Opportunity and is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.
