Assistant Branch Manager - Fishponds

SCRIVENS LTD; Bath; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Career development

Staff discounts

Inclusive team

Annual leave

Staff discount

Job summary

SCRIVENS LTD in Bath is seeking an Assistant Branch Manager to support the Branch Manager in leading a dedicated team, delivering exceptional customer service, and achieving sales targets for optical and hearing products. You will model high standards of clinical care and ensure smooth daily operations.

You will motivate staff, assist in training and performance management, manage stock and merchandising, coordinate local promotions, and step in as acting Branch Manager when required, including

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or healthcare, ideally optical or audiology.
• Strong customer service and sales background.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to lead, motivate and support a team.
• Organised, reliable and able to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily branch operations and ensure smooth service.
• Motivate the team to hit sales targets for optical and hearing products.
• Deliver outstanding customer service with professionalism and empathy.
• Support staff training, coaching, and performance management.
• Manage stock, merchandising and branch presentation to standards.
• Coordinate local marketing initiatives and promotions.
• Step in as acting Branch Manager when required, including opening/closing.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Team leadership

Communication

Staff motivation

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Tools

POS systems

Job description

About the role

As the Assistant Branch Manager, you will support the Branch Manager in leading and developing a dedicated team to deliver exceptional customer service, drive branch performance, and ensure operational excellence. You will act as a role model, inspiring your team to achieve sales targets and maintain high standards of clinical care.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the daily operations of the branch, ensuring smooth and efficient service
• Support and motivate the team to achieve individual and branch sales targets for optical and hearing products and services
• Deliver outstanding customer service, addressing customer needs with professionalism and empathy
• Assist in staff training, coaching, and performance management
• Manage stock levels, merchandising, and branch presentation to company standards
• Help coordinate local marketing initiatives and promotional campaigns
• Step in as acting Branch Manager when required, including opening and closing the branch

What were looking for

We are looking for someone with previous experience in retail or healthcare, ideally within an optical or audiology setting. A strong background in customer service and sales is essential. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The ability to lead, motivate, and support a team is also important. We value individuals who are organised, reliable, and able to work effectively under pressure. Basic IT skills and familiarity with point-of-sale systems are also desirable.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Career development opportunities and structured training
• Staff discounts on optical and hearing products
• Supportive and inclusive team environment
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Generous staff discount scheme