Andrei Barariu
Kent, UK
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive experience in law enforcement and retail management. Currently serving as a Police Officer with the Metropolitan Police Service, leading complex investigations and multi-agency operations to combat serious crimes. Previously excelled in retail management roles at Three UK, demonstrating strong leadership and team motivation techniques to drive sales growth and operational excellence. Proven track record in hiring, training, and managing teams, achieving significant improvements in store performance. Career goals include leveraging investigative skills and leadership experience to further enhance public safety initiatives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Metropolitan Police Service
London
09.2023 - Current
- Conduced thorough investigations into serious crimes, including homicide and fraud, to bring offenders to justice.
- Led multi-agency operations to dismantle organised crime groups, coordinating efforts with local and national agencies.
- Interviewed suspects, witnesses, and victims with sensitivity, adhering to legal requirements to safeguard the integrity of statements.
- Helped prevent future offences by analysing circumstances and behaviours of offenders.
- Prepared detailed reports and case files, ensuring comprehensive documentation for legal proceedings.
- Assessed threats and risks in order to develop and implement strategies to investigate serious and complex crimes.
- Presented evidence in court, articulating case findings clearly and effectively to secure convictions.
- Responded to critical and emergency incidents, demonstrating leadership and decision-making under pressure.
- Responded to safeguarding concerns and managed risks with cases to protect vulnerable people.
- Calmly dealt with distressing material when viewing, listening to interviews and reading materials to collect vital information for investigations.
(Acting) Store Manager
Three UK
Lewisham, London
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Hired, trained and managed team of 10 associates, including evaluating performance and enforcing disciplinary actions..
- Owner of all store operations
- Managed store appearance, including merchandising and displays, signage, decorations and cleaning.
- Mitigated regulatory risks by coordinating audits to ensure protocol compliance.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Delegated work to employees based on shift requirements, individual strengths and unique training.
Flagship Assistant Manager
Three UK
Stratford and Bluewater, UK
06.2017 - 07.2021
- Handled all employee scheduling for adequate shift staffing.
- Proactively identified and solved complex strategy problems that impact business direction.
- Identified and solved complex problems impacting operations management and business direction.
- Trained staff to deliver outstanding customer service.
- Led store from bottom 70% company-wide to top 15% in under 6 months.
- Hired, trained and managed team of 60 associates, including evaluating performance and enforcing disciplinary actions.
Assistant Manager
Three UK
Kingston Upon Thames, Kingston
02.2017 - 06.2017
- Promoted to Assistant Manager from Sales advisor following management training
- Operational and Sales leader as the new store manager was in training
- Trained the existing members of staff as store was under performing and within 1 month store started achieving targets.
Sales Advisor
Three UK
Stratford, London
07.2014 - 02.2017
- Interfaced with customers, determined needs, provided recommendations and up-sold services.
- Increased sales 150% by being attentive and providing world-class service.
- Observed customer behaviours to identify security threats and escalate concerns to supervisors.
- Stayed up to date on store promotions, payment policies and security practices.
- Demonstrated products to customers, discussed features and redirected objections to capture sales.
Customer Assistant
Marks & Spencer
Camden, London
01.2014 - 07.2014
- Answered customer queries in a polite and friendly manner, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
- Maintained smart, tidy appearance at all times, representing the store in a professional manner.
- Worked as team member, performing cashier duties, product assistance and cleaning.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Business
Greenwich Community College
London, ENG01-2014
Diploma of Higher Education - Business and HR Management
Anglia Ruskin University
London, ENGSkills
- Intelligence analysis
- Interview techniques
- Investigative reporting
- Critical decision making
- Criminal investigating
- Decision making under pressure
Timeline
Police Officer
Metropolitan Police Service
09.2023 - Current
(Acting) Store Manager
Three UK
08.2021 - 08.2023
Flagship Assistant Manager
Three UK
06.2017 - 07.2021
Assistant Manager
Three UK
02.2017 - 06.2017
Sales Advisor
Three UK
07.2014 - 02.2017
Customer Assistant
Marks & Spencer
01.2014 - 07.2014
Certificate of Higher Education - Business
Greenwich Community College
Diploma of Higher Education - Business and HR Management
Anglia Ruskin University