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Below is a list of recruitment agencies that cater for job seekers trying to find a position in a retail role. These agencies have contacts at many of the major high street stores and supermarkets, they are your best chance to find a retail job.

APA Retail are one of the leading recruitment agency for jobs in the fashion retail business. They have been helping to match recruiters with potential candidates since 1996 and have quickly established themselves in the industry with contacts including Arcadia, Sears, Next and Levi.

Talisman is an international recruitment agency widely known for their excellence in the field of fashion retail recruitment. Whether you are looking for a position in merchandising, buying or store management (among many others) you will be sure to receive a top quality service from Talisman. Register your CV for free and you could be receiving offers in no time.

Detail 2 Retail specialise in finding jobs in retail management and have been filling vacancies for major retail institutions since 2002. Not only do they help you find the right positions for your experience and qualifications, Detial 2 Retail also assisst you in preparing for the interview and give advice on employment rights.

Head Office Direct are a higher level retail recrutiment consultancy who specialise in areas including buying, merchandising, supply chain, design and marketing. They work across many of retail's sub-sectors such as fashion, electricals, furniture and news/magazine.

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