Shop Assistant

Why join us?

Founded in Copenhagen in 2002 with the ambition of creating contemporary furniture, lighting and accessories for modern living, HAY’s vision is to create high-quality and well-designed products in collaboration with some of the world’s most talented, curious, and courageous designers. Through the commitment to sophisticated industrial manufacturing processes, HAY strives to make good design accessible to the widest possible audience.

SHOP ASSISTANT
Based in Copenhagen
 

Are you passionate about interior design, furniture, lighting and accessories? Do you have an interest and flair for sales and customer experience? Are you looking for a part-time summer job within an international design company?

If yes, please read on!

At HAY House, our flagship store located on Strøget in the heart of Copenhagen, you will join a dedicated retail team consisting of both full-time and part-time colleagues. Together, the team ensures that our customers receive the best possible guidance and experience when visiting the store.

You will become part of a professional and youthful environment where collaboration, customer experience and passion for design are central.

This is a seasonal position for June, July and August, with the possibility of extension.

Being a Shop Assistant at HAY

As a Shop Assistant at HAY House, you will be part of a busy and energetic store environment where no two days are the same. The role is hands-on and focused on ensuring smooth daily operations while delivering a high level of customer service.

About the Shop Assistant position

As a Shop Assistant in HAY House, you will work closely with your colleagues to ensure that our customers receive professional guidance and a welcoming store experience.

Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Customer contact, including guidance and answering questions
• Refilling shelves and ensuring products are presented according to store standards
• Supporting the maintenance of the store and ensuring the store always appears welcoming and well-organised
• Supporting colleagues in delivering strong sales results and consistent customer experience
• Assisting customers at the checkout

Are you the Shop Assistant we are looking for?

What we expect

• You are service-minded and enjoy interacting with customers
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment and handle routine tasks with ease
• You are structured and able to maintain overview during busy periods
• You bring a positive attitude and contribute to a good team atmosphere
• You are responsible and take ownership of your tasks

Experience required

• Experience from retail or other customer-facing roles is an advantage
• An interest in furniture, lighting and accessories

You want to be a part of HAY?

Then do not hesitate to send us your application and CV as soon as possible and no later than Wednesday 13 May 2026. We evaluate candidates on an ongoing basis.

If you have any further questions regarding the position, please do not hesitate to contact Store Manager, Simon Lehrmann at simon.lehrmann@hay.com.

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. HAY is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at  careers_help@millerknoll.com.