Debenhams to offer 9000 jobs

UK department store Debenhams has announced that it will create 9,000 temporary jobs across UK

and Ireland as it gears up for a busy Christmas period.

Michael Sharp, Deputy Chief Executive at Debenhams, said: "These jobs are sure to be welcomed by local economies during the most financially challenging part of the year.”

It is anticipated that an average of 56 positions will sit across 160 outlets. The positions will be based in menswear, womenswear, accessories, childrenswear, home, gift and cosmetics departments.

Chris Grayling, Minister for Employment, commented: "These new vacancies are a great boost for jobseekers, and flexible working patterns mean they can be family friendly too.”

Grayling added: "We are committed to injecting new life into the private sector and this is another example of how employment in this sector is growing."