Retail Jobs
In June 2005 the retail industry employed 2.9 million people. This equates to one in nine, or 11%, of the total UK workforce (Office for National Statistics (ONS)). The sector is expected to see the creation of 270,000 new jobs in the years leading up to 2012, with 31% of these at managerial/professional level (Working Futures). Many retailers in the UK are changing their selling approach to focus on customer service and client relationship building encouraging brand trust and return on investment.
Careers in retail include the following:
- Retail Store Manager
- Store Supervisor
- Shop Assistant

