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Retail Store Assistant

Average Early-Career Retail Store Assistant with Sales Skills Hourly Pay in New Zealand

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NZ$17.23
/ hour

Avg. Base Hourly Rate (NZD)
25%
NZ$16.65
MEDIAN
NZ$17.23
75%
NZ$18.05

The average hourly pay for a Retail Store Assistant is NZ$17.23 in 2025

Hourly Rate
NZ$17 - NZ$18
Bonus
NZ$0 - NZ$503
Total Pay
NZ$35k - NZ$38k
Based on 9 salary profiles (last updated Nov 09 2020)
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What Do Retail Store Assistants Do?

Retail Store Assistant Tasks
  • Assist the manager in day to day store operations.
  • Assist customers and escalate customer requests or complaints to the manager as necessary.
  • Monitor closing, opening, and cash reconciliation, and complete reports.
  • Schedule the appropriate number of employees while taking into consideration back-ups, sick days, and peak hours.
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Common Health Benefits for a Retail Store Assistant

Medical
20%
Dental
20%
Vision
20%
None
80%

Gender Breakdown for Retail Store Assistants

Male
60.0%
Female
40.0%
This data is based on 5 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Retail Store Assistants

What is the highest pay for Retail Store Assistants?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Retail Store Assistant is NZ$NaN / hour

What is the lowest pay for Retail Store Assistants?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Retail Store Assistant is NZ$NaN / hour

How can Retail Store Assistants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Retail Store Assistant is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Retail Store Assistant that oversees more junior Retail Store Assistants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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