Personal shoppers advise customers on what items they should buy.
What does a personal shopper do?
Personal shoppers advise customers on what items they should buy, based on information given to them by the customer – this could be for regular shopping or for a special occasion, such as a wedding.
You’ll need excellent communication skills and to be up-to-date with the latest fashions and trends.
What do I need to do to become a personal shopper?
You don’t need any specific qualifications to become a personal shopper, though experience as a sales or customer service assistant is highly desirable.
Desirable qualifications
- GCSE English
- GCSE maths
Where could I be working?
You’ll usually be working indoors in a department store or boutique shop.