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SOC 7129 Sales occupations

Sales related occupations n.e.c. Salary

Median salary £28,870 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.

About this role

Sales related occupations not elsewhere classified include roles in market stalls, door-to-door sales, demonstration sales, rental and hire services and other selling activities not covered by specific codes.

Key responsibilities

  • Selling products or services through various channels
  • Demonstrating products and providing information to customers
  • Processing sales transactions and managing records
  • Meeting sales targets and maintaining customer relationships
  • Setting up and maintaining sales displays or demonstration areas

Qualifications and entry routes

No formal qualifications typically required. Product-specific training is provided. Street trading may require local authority licences.

Career outlook

Diverse sector with varied prospects. Direct sales and demonstrations remain relevant alongside digital commerce.

Key skills

Selling ability Customer engagement Product knowledge Resilience Self-motivation

Common industries

  • Market trading
  • Direct sales
  • Demonstration and sampling
  • Rental and hire services
  • Pop-up retail

Data coverage

SOC code 7129
Data source ONS ASHE
Years available 2015–2025
Estimated jobs 20,000

Median Salary

£28,870

Mean Salary

£29,017

Jobs (000s)

20k

Data Years

11 years

Salary Range (2025)

Median: £28,870
P10: --P25: --Median: £29kP75: --P90: --

Estimated Career Progression

Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation

Mid Level

£28,870

3-7 years

Salary Trend (2015-2025)

Nominal growth: +53.8%Real growth: +12.4%

Gender Pay Comparison (2025)

Full-time vs All Employees (2025)

All Employees

£28,870

Full-time Only

£31,480

Full-time premium: +£2,610