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Retail Assistant CV example

What to include in a retail assistant cv: relevant evidence, skills, sample achievement structures and template suggestions.

A useful starting point

Availability, till or floor proof, and a target you hit. One page. Skip a corporate strategy CV. Skip this if you are applying for store manager — use that example.

These examples illustrate structure, not a real applicant’s history. Replace every sample detail with your own evidence. Follow the employer’s instructions on qualifications, registration, document length and file format.

Evidence to consider

  • Hours you can work
  • Till or merchandising
  • A target
  • Right to work if asked

Illustrative achievement bullets

  • Saturday–Sunday plus one late; covered Christmas eve last year
  • Hit add-on attachment of 18% against a 12% store target
  • Counted a 4-aisle section twice a week with shrinkage notes
  • Trained 2 seasonal staff on the till

Relevant skills to substantiate

Till · Customer service · Stock · Merchandising · Shift flexibility · Team cover

What to leave out

  • Photos unless the brand’s process uses staff photos
  • Two pages
  • Head-office jargon

Choose a layout

Explore the compact template or use it in the CV builder. This is a suggested layout; follow the vacancy’s requirements.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a cover letter?

Rarely. Availability and reliability on one page matter more.

Photo?

Only if they asked. Most UK retailers do not want one on the CV.

Include school?

One line if you are still in education. Otherwise skip GCSEs.