YoungCapital
Job Description
Retail gigs in Leeds paying £15 an hour
YoungOnes is now live in Leeds! Download the app and be among the first to grab flexible retail shifts across Yorkshire.
What you’ll be doing
Want experience in retail on your own terms? Use the YoungOnes app to pick shifts that suit your schedule and earn around £15 per hour. Shops in Leeds are looking for shop assistants, stockroom staff, customer service support and more, and they’re using YoungOnes to find reliable freelancers.
Creating an account is free and takes only a few minutes. Once approved, you can browse gigs, accept the ones you like, and turn up ready to work.
What we offer
- Average hourly rate of £15
- Varied gigs in retail (shop floor, stock, customer service)
- Free insurance, including mental health cover
What we ask
- No minimum education required
- Strong people skills and friendly attitude
- Plenty of energy and willingness to help customers and colleagues
Job Data
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Job title | Freelancer – Retail Gigs |
| Company name | YoungCapital (YoungOnes platform) |
| Location | Leeds, United Kingdom |
| Locality | Leeds city and wider Yorkshire retail locations |
| City | Leeds |
| Region | West Yorkshire |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Job type | Part-time |
| Employment type | Freelance / Gig work (self‑employed via platform) |
| Salary minimum | £15.00 per hour |
| Salary maximum | £15.00 per hour (typical advertised rate) |
| Salary type | Hourly |
| Currency | GBP |
| Working hours/week | 1–40 hours, fully flexible |
| Contract types | Casual / Part-time, Evening, Weekend, Summer / Holiday gigs |
| Work setting | On-site in retail stores (shop assistant, stock keeper, customer care) |
| Entry requirements | No formal qualifications; strong people skills and reliability |
| Insurance | Free insurance cover including mental health support |
Skills & Competency Table
| Skill / Competency | Description |
|---|---|
| Customer Service | Welcomes customers, answers basic questions, helps with simple issues |
| Communication | Speaks clearly and politely with staff and shoppers |
| Reliability | Turns up on time and completes assigned shifts as agreed |
| Energy & Stamina | Comfortable being on your feet and active during busy store periods |
| Teamwork | Works well alongside permanent staff and other freelancers |
| Adaptability | Quickly fits into new shops, tasks and systems |
| Organisation | Manages own schedule and uses the app to track gigs and timings |
| Basic Numeracy | Handles simple counts and stock checks accurately |
Salaries Pay Calculator (Examples at £15/hour)
| Weekly Hours | Hourly Rate | Approx Weekly Pay | Approx Monthly Pay* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | £15 | £120 | ~£520 |
| 16 | £15 | £240 | ~£1,040 |
| 25 | £15 | £375 | ~£1,625 |
| 35 | £15 | £525 | ~£2,275 |
*Monthly pay estimated using 52 weeks ÷ 12. Actual income depends on the number of gigs you accept.
Job Summary
This freelance retail role in Leeds lets you choose shifts via the YoungOnes app and earn £15 per hour in roles such as shop assistant, stock keeper and customer service. With no minimum education, free insurance and fully flexible hours, it suits energetic people wanting practical experience and fast, app‑based work.
FAQs
Q1. Is this a permanent job or freelance work?
This is freelance gig work. You sign up on the YoungOnes app and accept individual shifts as a self‑employed freelancer, rather than being a permanent employee.
Q2. How many hours can I work each week?
You can work as few as 1 hour or up to around 40 hours weekly, depending on how many gigs are available and which ones you choose to accept.
Q3. Do I need previous retail experience?
Previous retail experience is helpful but not essential. Good people skills, energy and reliability are the main requirements.
Q4. How do I get paid?
You’re paid an hourly rate of about £15 for completed gigs. Payment is processed through the YoungOnes platform in line with their payout schedule.
Q5. Is there any cost to join?
No, creating an account on the app is free. You just need to complete your profile, be approved and then you can start accepting gigs.
Expert Analysis
This is a highly flexible entry route into retail work, ideal for students, side‑hustlers or those testing different workplaces. Earnings are straightforward at £15/hour, but income is variable and depends on gig availability. It’s best suited to self‑motivated people comfortable with app‑based, freelance arrangements.
Location & Logistics Guide
Gigs are mainly in Leeds and across Yorkshire, so plan your travel by public transport or car depending on store locations and shift times. Central Leeds has excellent bus and rail links, with many shops clustered in and around the city centre:
https://www.google.com/maps/place/Leeds,+UK
Career Path
Starting as a freelance retail worker, you can build experience across different stores and roles, which can lead to permanent shop assistant, supervisor or stock roles. The varied exposure helps you identify preferred environments—such as fashion, supermarkets or specialty stores—and strengthen your CV for future full‑time retail or customer service positions.
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