Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additonal Experience
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Elyse McArthur

Pakuranga,AUK

Summary

Dedicated and passionate customer service professional with over 5 years of retail experience, including leadership roles at Kathmandu in both Hamilton and Auckland. Proven track record in delivering exceptional customer experiences, driving sales, and leading teams. With a strong personal interest in skincare, hair care, and makeup, I’m eager to bring my enthusiasm and product knowledge into the beauty industry as a Beauty Advisor at Sephora.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Assistant

Kathmandu
Manukau, Auckland
07.2023 - Current

Assistant Manager

Kathmandu
Hamilton City, Hamilton
10.2022 - 07.2023
  • Provided training and support to new staff members on procedures.
  • Ensured high standards of customer service through effective communication.
  • Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.

Third in Charge

Kathmandu
Hamilton City, Hamilton
01.2022 - 10.2022
  • Assisted in daily operations by coordinating staff schedules and workload distribution.
  • Monitored team performance, providing feedback and support as needed.
  • Collaborated with management to address operational challenges and optimise service delivery.

Sales Assistant

Kathmandu
Te Rapa, Hamilton
12.2019 - 01.2022
  • Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries during peak shopping hours.
  • Organized merchandise displays to enhance customer engagement and accessibility.
  • Provided product knowledge to customers, improving their shopping experience.

Education

Hamilton Girls' High School
Hamilton
11-2019

Bachelor of Health Science - Paramedicine

Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, NZ

Skills

  • Customer Service Excellence
  • Sales & Product Knowledge
  • Customer Engagement & Personalised Recommendations
  • Visual Merchandising & Store Presentation
  • Stock Control & POS Systems
  • Passion for Beauty, Makeup & Skincare

Additonal Experience

Volunteer First Responder – Hato Hone St John
2024 – Present

  • Respond to medical emergencies as part of frontline ambulance crews across Auckland.
  • Developed excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills in high-pressure environments.
  • Strengthened interpersonal and empathy-based interactions with people from diverse backgrounds.
  • Built resilience and professionalism, qualities I carry into every customer service role I hold.

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Timeline

Sales Assistant

Kathmandu
07.2023 - Current

Assistant Manager

Kathmandu
10.2022 - 07.2023

Third in Charge

Kathmandu
01.2022 - 10.2022

Sales Assistant

Kathmandu
12.2019 - 01.2022

Hamilton Girls' High School

Bachelor of Health Science - Paramedicine

Auckland University of Technology
Elyse McArthur