Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Languages
References
Timeline
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Danyal Zaman

Bradford

Summary

Results-driven professional with expertise in complaint and dispute resolution, decision-making, and problem-solving, complemented by strong customer-focused communication and analytical thinking. Demonstrates leadership and team management capabilities, alongside exceptional organisation and time management skills. Proficient in written and verbal communication, with in-depth retail and service insight, adaptability, and resilience. Skilled in Microsoft Office and IT tools, committed to delivering excellence in customer service and operational efficiency.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Leader

Home Bargains
Shirley, Derbyshire
01.2025 - Current
  • Devised actionable plans towards achieving set business objectives within deadlines.
  • Prioritised tasks according to urgency and importance, optimising workload allocation among team members.
  • Implemented new working methods which improved overall efficiency of the team operations.
  • Fostered a high-performing environment to drive productivity and quality.
  • Trained staff to resolve complaints appropriately to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Professionally handled difficult customer complaints and objections to maintain first-class customer service standards.
  • Managed 'Fill Shift' which required me to motivate team to hit 60 cases an hour and clear stock delivery.

Store Assistant

Home Bargains
Bradford
09.2019 - 12.2024
  • Handled customer complaints professionally to maintain satisfaction.
  • Assisted customers with product selection to increase transaction value.
  • Operated cash registers efficiently during peak shopping times.
  • Monitored market trends and recommended promotional strategies to boost sales.
  • Improved product availability by effectively restocking shelves.

Receptionist (Work Experience)

Cartwright Solicitors
Bradford
08.2019 - 08.2019
  • Provided professional and friendly assistance to incoming customers at Cartwright Solicitors.
  • Managed telephone enquiries from clients, vendors, and the public efficiently.
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming reception area to leave a positive impression on visitors.
  • Managed phone calls, resulting in effective communication flow within the company.
  • Exhibited excellent multitasking skills by balancing various responsibilities simultaneously without compromising efficiency or quality of work output.

Pharmacy Assistant (Work Experience)

Aireworth Chemist
Keighley
02.2016 - 02.2016
  • Kept pharmacy counter and related areas clean, neat, and organised.
  • Greeted customers and provided friendly, knowledgeable healthcare advice and service.
  • Consulted senior pharmacy staff for additional advice on complex patient health queries.
  • Selected, labelled, and dispensed prescriptions accurately, in line with standard operating procedures.
  • Educated customers about proper usage and potential side effects of prescribed drugs.

Education

BA (Hons) - Accounting and Finance

Leeds Beckett University
7 2020/2022 - 06/2026

A-Levels - English Language & Literature, Business, IT

Beckfoot Oakbank School

GCSEs - Maths, English Language, English Literature, History, IT, Science, Spanish, Physical Education

Bingley Grammar School

Skills

  • Complaint & Dispute Resolution
  • Decision-Making & Problem Solving
  • Customer-Focused Communication
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Leadership & Team Management
  • Organisation & Time Management
  • Written & Verbal Communication
  • Retail & Service Insight
  • Adaptability & Resilience
  • Microsoft Office & IT Skills

Affiliations

  • Football
  • Travelling
  • Gym

Accomplishments

Employee of the month twice at Home Bargains.

Languages

English
Native
Urdu
Intermediate

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Team Leader

Home Bargains
01.2025 - Current

Store Assistant

Home Bargains
09.2019 - 12.2024

Receptionist (Work Experience)

Cartwright Solicitors
08.2019 - 08.2019

Pharmacy Assistant (Work Experience)

Aireworth Chemist
02.2016 - 02.2016

BA (Hons) - Accounting and Finance

Leeds Beckett University
7 2020/2022 - 06/2026

A-Levels - English Language & Literature, Business, IT

Beckfoot Oakbank School

GCSEs - Maths, English Language, English Literature, History, IT, Science, Spanish, Physical Education

Bingley Grammar School
Danyal Zaman