Assistant Branch Manager - Fishponds

SCRIVENS LTD; Newport; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Career development opportunities and培训

Staff discounts on optical and hearing

28 days annual leave including bank ho

Generous staff discount scheme

Job summary

SCRIVENS LTD in Newport is seeking an Assistant Branch Manager to support the Branch Manager, lead a dedicated team, and deliver exceptional customer service while driving branch performance.

You will model standards of clinical care, help with staff training, stock control, and local marketing, and step in as acting Branch Manager when required.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or healthcare, preferably optical or audiology.
• Strong customer service and sales focus with excellent communication.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and support a team under pressure.
• Organised, reliable and IT-literate with basic POS skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily branch operations for smooth service.
• Motivate 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 levels, merchandising and branch presentation.
• Coordinate local marketing campaigns and promotional activities.
• Act as Branch Manager when required, including opening/closing.

Skills

Retail/Healthcare experience

Customer service

Sales targets

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Organised & reliable

POS familiarity

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