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Retail

There is a vast range of roles in the retail sector: from management, buying and merchandising to product technology and fashion design. With the continued growth of online retailing, there are also many technology-related roles available. Graduates could work for retailers with only an online presence, only a high street presence, or a mix of both (sometimes known as ‘brick and click’).

Retail has had a tumultuous time since the start of the pandemic. However, retailers that have been understood to hold up well during Covid-19 restrictions – including Amazon, Asos, Asda, Aldi and Tesco – feature prominently on the list. Please note that the Arcadia Group went into administration after our survey opened.

sector winner
Amazon

Amazon

Retail, Business & Commercial Services

1
ASOS

ASOS

Retail, Business & Commercial Services

2
Apple

Apple

Technology +11

3
Aldi

Aldi

Retail, Business & Commercial Services

4
1
Marks & Spencer

Marks & Spencer

Retail, Business & Commercial Services

5
1
Arcadia Group Ltd

Arcadia Group Ltd

Retail, Business & Commercial Services

6
2
Boots

Boots

Retail, Business & Commercial Services

7
Tesco

Tesco

Retail, Business & Commercial Services

8
1
TJX Europe (TK Maxx & Homesense)

TJX Europe (TK Maxx & Homesense)

Retail, Business & Commercial Services

9
1
Asda

Asda

Retail, Business & Commercial Services

10
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