Tristan Clements

Working at Skechers has provided me with valuable experience that is highly transferable to a banking role. In my time there, I developed strong customer service skills, effectively communicating with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions, which is directly applicable to client-facing roles in banking. Additionally, I handled cash transactions, processed payments, and maintained accurate financial records, ensuring that all transactions were carried out with precision and attention to detail. My ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously will serve me well in a banking setting, where accuracy and time management are key. Furthermore, collaborating with a team and working towards sales targets helped me build strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, both of which are essential for success in the financial industry.

Working at Waitrose has equipped me with a range of skills that are directly relevant to a banking role. I developed strong customer service abilities by engaging with customers, resolving queries, and providing tailored advice, which is essential for building positive relationships in a banking environment. Handling cash transactions, balancing registers, and processing payments taught me the importance of accuracy and attention to detail, skills that are crucial when dealing with financial transactions. I also gained experience in managing inventory and working with data, which has strengthened my organizational and analytical skills—important for tasks such as reporting or financial analysis. Additionally, collaborating with a diverse team to meet targets and ensure smooth operations helped hone my teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills, all of which are vital in the fast-paced and dynamic environment of banking.