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Retail Assistant CV example (UK)
A retail assistant CV for till, stock and shop-floor roles that shows customer service, cash handling, replenishment and weekend availability.
Example CV profile
Friendly retail sales assistant with experience in a busy high-street store. Confident on tills and cash handling, keeps displays and stock replenished, and enjoys helping customers find what they need.
Key skills to include (if true for you)
- Customer service
- Till operation & cash handling
- Stock replenishment & merchandising
- Product knowledge
- Handling returns & complaints
- Teamwork
- Visual standards
- Weekend and seasonal availability
Example experience bullet points
- Served customers on the shop floor and tills, handling cash and card payments accurately.
- Replenished stock and maintained displays to the store's visual standards.
- Resolved customer queries and returns politely, escalating to the supervisor when needed.
- Supported deliveries and stock counts, including during seasonal peaks.
Illustrative only. Replace with your own real roles, dates and results — never copy experience you don't have.
Education & training
- GCSEs or equivalent – School, year
- Any in-store training completed (e.g. age-restricted sales)
Keywords UK recruiters screen for
retail assistant · shop assistant · customer service · till · cash handling · stock replenishment · merchandising · teamwork
Tips for a retail assistant CV
- If the advert mentions sales targets, commission or product demonstrations, the Sales Assistant CV example is a closer fit.
- Show availability clearly, especially weekends, evenings and peak season.
- Mention any experience with targets, such as loyalty sign-ups, only if you can say what you achieved.
- First job? Use school, volunteering or part-time roles to show reliability and communication.
Retail pay is usually hourly. Check the advert for the rate, premiums and contracted hours. Salary checker (ONS data).
FAQs
How do I write a retail CV with no experience?
Lead with a short profile, then show transferable skills from school, volunteering, sport or caring responsibilities, such as reliability, teamwork and communication.
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