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Sales assistant salary in United Kingdom

How much does a Sales Assistant make in United Kingdom?

Average base salary

£33,484

The average salary for a sales assistant is £33,484 per year in United Kingdom. 6.7k salaries reported, updated at 2 November 2026

Sales Assistant job openings in United Kingdom

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Sales Assistant
WHSmith3.1out of 5 stars.
Blackpool
Part-time
13 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Sales Assistant in United Kingdom

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
webuyanycar.com
 
£190,000per year
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HMV
 
£66,560per year
Verisure
 
£60,000per year
Jobwise
 
£59,833per year
Totaljobs Group
 
£57,698per year
Everest
 
£48,100per year

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Highest paying cities for Sales Assistants near United Kingdom

  1. London
    £35,482 per year
  2. East London
    £35,318 per year
  3. Nottingham
    £35,068 per year
  4. Leeds
    £34,172 per year
  5. Bristol
    £33,980 per year

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Sales Assistant

The average salary for a Sales Assistant is £33,484 per year in United Kingdom. This figure is based on 6.7k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on 2 November 2026.

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Sales Assistant salaries typically range between a low of £28,848 and a high of £38,866 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Sales Assistant include London at £35,482 per year, East London at £35,318 per year and Nottingham at £35,068 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Sales Assistant include webuyanycar.com ($190,000 per year) and HMV ($66,560 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Sales Assistant salary compares to related positions:

  • Entry Level Sales Assistant: Average £561 per week
  • Junior Sales Assistant: Average £29,370 per year

How much do similar professions to Sales Assistant get paid in United Kingdom?

Entry Level Sales Assistant

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Average £561 per week