Phone call followed by interview was not told about numeracy test! I couldn't due to having problems with maths. It was not mentioned in the advert or phone call! So when I got there and saw what it was I made myself look like a right idiot!
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Laura Ashley (Chester, England)
Interview
Interview was very long for a retail job. It started with a very easy maths test and memorizing a short passage about their MasterCard. A face-to-face interview was then held with the manager in their office. Almost every detail of the company was explained and numerous questions were asked.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why do you want to work here?
What do you know about the brand?
What are your strengths?
I was so nervous and had prepared so well for the interview, believing Laura Ashley to be a prestigious British brand, only to get to the interview and pretty much only be asked "when can you start?" They are so desperate for staff as the staff turnover is so high due to the treatment of employees, especially the pay!
I applied in-person. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Laura Ashley in Jan 2016
Interview
1. I submitted my CV in store
2. Call from Assistant Manager after a couple of weeks
3. Invited for an interview
4. Interviewed by Manager
5. Maths and English tests
The interview itself was laid back and the interviewer made you feel really comfortable. With good knowledge of how Laura Ashley started, their main target customers and an understanding of their basic products will entail you'll be prepared for the interview. The interview itself is competency and technical. After the interview I had to complete two tests, they were easy,
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What do you know about Laura Ashley
Describe a time you've had a bad and good customer service
What qualities are important to be a sales advisor