3Partners

Want to be a part of Ireland's fastest growing mobile network?

3 is delighted to announce the planned roll-out of 28 new stores nationwide, including 20 dealer-owned, dealer-operated stores and eight network-operated stores. This will add to our existing network of 22 3Stores and over 200 stockists.

We are inviting interested parties, preferably with a background in retail and/or telecommunications, to apply to take on the dealer-owned and operated stores.

As an Independent 3 Partner, we will offer you a full range of support including commercial, promotional and logistical backing. Additional benefits include:

• Exclusivity in a key location identified as suitable for growth.
• Your own dedicated 3 account manager.
• 3-branded store fit-out (display stands, store fascia, signage etc).
• Specific local, regional and national advertising campaigns.
• A lucrative commercial structure to reward you for hitting targets.
• Monthly marketing support for activity in your area.
• Key locations for growth in the roll-out of the National Broadband Scheme.
• 3's support from our Business Sales team to capture the SME marketplace.
• Ongoing training/development opportunities for you and your store staff.

We are fully aware of the challenges associated with opening a new retail outlet and have tailored our 3 Partner package to include additional support for the first 3-6 months to ensure your new store is a success.

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Some basic information about 3 in Ireland.

• Launched in 2005, 3 is Ireland's fastest growing mobile network
• 99.7% Voice and Text Coverage
• 95% 3G Broadband Coverage (and rising every month)
• Over 470,000 voice and broadband customers
• Ireland's 2nd largest broadband supplier with over 190,000 customers
• Ireland's largest high-speed network
• Switching to 3 is easy and you can keep your number
• 3 offers a wide range of price plans to suit everyone’s budget. Why not browse our website for information on our latest propositions and offers.

Who are 3 globally?

• 100% owned by Hutchison Whampoa, a leading international corporation
• Over 25 million customers worldwide
• Europe's leading 3G operator
• 3 hold 3G licences in Ireland, Australia, Austria, Denmark, Hong Kong, Israel, Italy, Macau, Norway, Sweden and the UK