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Mel V

I am an experienced make-up artist beauty and fashion retail advisor with demonstrated years of experience.
About

I have extensive retail experience across luxury and high street brands, excelling in customer service, sales, and cash handling. Adaptable and detail-oriented, I thrive in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering exceptional service and supporting positive shopping experiences on the shop floor.

Previous Brands
Wates
mint Velvet
Monsoon
L'occitane
The Body Shop
L'oreal YSL
Work Experience
Customer service advisor
Jan ‘26 - Now
Wates

Logged customer complaints accurately, expedited corrective actions effectively. Responded to difficult situations calmly, gained trust of aggrieved customers. Streamlined responses to emails, improved response time significantly. Handled requests with friendly, knowledgeable service and support, continually achieving positive customer feedback. Handled high volume of calls daily for faster issue resolution.

Senior stylist advisor
Nov ‘24 - Jan ‘26
mint Velvet

Handled cash transactions accurately, ensuring correct balance after each shift. Conducted daily cleaning tasks, maintaining a clean and inviting shop floor atmosphere. Monitored fitting rooms whilst ensuring adherence to store policies by shoppers using them. Processed returns and exchanges swiftly, enhancing overall customer convenience. Coordinated window displays during seasonal changes for maximum appeal. Collaborated effectively with team members to achieve shared goals and objectives.

Assistant manager
Oct ‘23 - Dec ‘25
Monsoon

Assisted in recruitment process to build an effective workforce. Managed cash registers accurately reducing discrepancies at end of day reconciliation. Created a positive work environment, resulting in higher employee morale. Conducted team meetings on a regular basis, promoting open communication within the team. Monitored sales performance regularly adjusting strategies as required.

Key holder
Nov ‘18 - Dec ‘23
L'occitane

Assumed responsibility for cash handling and financial transactions. Assisted in loss prevention measures, reducing theft incidents significantly. Coordinated with the team on special projects, achieving desired outcomes efficiently. Executed daily operational tasks, improving overall store efficiency. Enhanced customer satisfaction through prompt and professional service. Provided training to new staff members, fostering a team-oriented environment.

Counter manager
Oct ‘13 - Jul ‘15
The Body Shop

Trained new staff members, improving overall team performance. Fostered a culture of continuous improvement through regular training sessions and workshops. Created eye-catching product displays, attracting potential customers. Resolved customer complaints effectively, fostering improved customer relations.

Brand ambassador
Oct ‘09 - Sep ‘14
L'oreal YSL

Conducted product demonstrations, resulting in heightened consumer interest. Utilised excellent communication skills to articulate the benefits of the company's products or services effectively Provided product knowledge to customers with enthusiasm and accuracy. Attended promotional events representing the brand, enhancing company reputation. Used friendly, outgoing and positive personality to approach customers with confidence and professionalism, improvising in uncertain situations.

Retail Experience
Retail Category
High street
Luxury
Premium
Other
High-end luxury
Work Environment
Boutique
Department store
Flagship store
Shopping centre
Product Category
Womenswear
Beauty & Fragrances
Accessories
Responsibilities
Greeting
Client Help
CRM
Complaint handling
Aftercare
Storytelling
Styling
Product demos
Client Advising
Upselling
Transactions
Cash register
Returns & Exchanges
Packaging
Online orders fulfilment
Inventory control
Stockroom management
Stock control
Store Maintenance
Open/closing store
Health & safety
Languages
Italian
English
Spanish
Education & Training
Counselling level 1
Unknown - ‘23
Counselling Psychology
Certificate of Higher Education
Adytia yoga school
Unknown - ‘21
Yoga and Ayurveda
Foundation Degree in Arts
Samporna Yoga
Unknown - ‘15
Ashtanga Vinyasa
Certification
Beauty Center of Milan
Unknown - ‘05
Beauty and make-up
NVQ Level 3