Rebecca Arnold

Experience

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  The Frampton Arms

  May 2010 - Dec 2013

  Waitress and Houskeeping Assistant

  I really enjoyed working with the public as it helped me to build a great deal of confidence and conversational skills. I also worked within a team as well as occasionally working as on my own and was a very trusted, reliable and loyal member of staff

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  Robin James Salon and Spa

  Jun 2013 - Jan 2016

  Hair Stylist

  I really enjoyed working for the Dorchester Robin James team where I gained my level 2 qualification in hairdressing. I have always been enthusiastic and innovative as I have a quirky style and am really passionate about trends within every aspect of the fashion industry. I loved working with and selling the luxury brand Aveda. My enthusiasm for the products reflected in my customer service.

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  New Look

  Aug 2013 - Aug 2013

  Internship

  I expressed my interest in working within the fashion industry to many people whilst deciding on carer options after leaving school. (Unbeknown to me) I met the director of New Look and expressed my excitement to live a fashion career. He saw my potential and was very impressed when I showed him some of my work. He then offered me the opportunity to travel to the New Look Head Offices in London and work within areas of the design team. I absolutely loved the experience and it has made me realise just how passionate I am to work within the fashion Industry. Show less

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  FIGURE EIGHT COMPANY LIMITED

  Jan 2016 - Apr 2017

  Sales Adviser in Luxury Retail

  At Figure Eight i had many key roles; To assist my manager in key buying decisions at various trade shows; whether it be in accessories or clothing lines to sell in our plus size boutique. I also designed clothing suitable for a plus size market in Dorchester, and manufactured some of our designs and sample pieces on a small scale. I really enjoyed the visual merchandising side of my job in which I create window displays and lay out the shop to be more aesthetically pleasing to customers. Show less

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  Laura Ashley

  Apr 2017 - Jul 2020

  In my role as the manager at Laura Ashley in Dorchester I lead my team by example in hitting company targets and fulfilling objectives whilst providing faultless customer service.Building good relationships with customers is key to selling and why we are set apart from other High Street Retailers.My Key Roles include Maximising and Driving Sales, Achieving KPI’sUpselling products Implementing promotions Reinforcing GDPR Administrative duties Visual Merchandising Recruitment Keyholding Stock Control Coaching and Development Rota Creation and Planning Show less

  • Branch Manager

    Apr 2017 - Jul 2020

  • Branch Manager

    Apr 2017 - Jul 2020
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  Crown Paints

  Jul 2020 - Jul 2021

  Branch Manager
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  FatFace

  Jun 2023 - now

  Retail Store Manager