Assistant Manager

Retail Human Resources; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonus

Employee discounts

Healthcare contribution

Job summary

Retail Human Resources plc is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager for a new store opening in Edinburgh. You will work closely with the Store Manager to drive sales, uphold product quality, service excellence and create an engaging in-store experience.

You’ll be hands-on in coaching and motivating the team, manage day-to-day store operations in the Store Manager’s absence, and focus on delivering first-class customer service while achieving KPI targets and maintaining visual standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in fashion or premium/luxury retail environments.
• Proven track record at supervisory level (Supervisor/Senior Supervisor/Assistant Manager).
• Ability to lead and develop a store team.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of the store and drive sales.
• Maximise KPI performance and maintain visual standards.
• Lead the team in the Store Manager's absence and coach colleagues.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Customer service

Sales

Job description

A growing fashion retailer is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager for a new store opening in Edinburgh. This is an opportunity to join a customer-focused brand with a strong reputation for product quality, service excellence, and an engaging in-store experience. Working closely with the Store Manager, you'll play a key role in driving commercial performance, supporting the development of the team, and delivering an exceptional customer experience.

As Assistant Manager, you'll support the day-to-day running of the store, helping to drive sales, maximise KPI performance, maintain visual standards and lead the team in the Store Manager's absence. You'll be hands-on in your approach, coaching and motivating colleagues while ensuring operational standards are consistently delivered and customers receive first-class service.

Experience is desired across fashion, lifestyle, accessories, or premium/luxury retail environments, with a proven track record of delivering results at Supervisor, Senior Supervisor or Assistant Manager level.

The salary is paying up to £34,000.

Benefits:

• Performance-related bonus
• Employee discounts
• Healthcare contribution

Reference: CJ - 72001