Retail sales experience from home will provide you with lots of great options for work in the UK. Temporary positions in the UK retail industry are numerous and temps from overseas who are native English speakers are welcomed for their excellent customer service abilities and work ethic. This is a seasonal industry, with the busiest times during Christmas and throughout April to September, which is the peak tourist season. Most opportunities will be in larger cities or town centres where shopping is a popular pastime and tourists are abundant.
Pay rates for shop assistants in London are around £9 – £13 per hour while stockroom staff start from £9 to £13 per hour. Retail store managers can earn up to £21 per hour.
Remember to bring your CV and references from previous employers.
Pluses: This is a great way to meet people from all over the world
Minuses: job availability can be highly seasonal
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