Assistant Manager

Zachary Daniels; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Uniform allowance

Discounts up to 50%

Career development

New store opening

Job summary

Zachary Daniels are recruiting an Assistant Manager in Solihull for a new fashion retail store. You will work closely with the Store Manager to deliver an exceptional customer experience and drive sales.

We are looking for hands-on retail leaders with experience in fashion/high-street retail. Salary up to £32,000 depending on experience plus benefits, including staff discount and uniform allowance. Join a fast-growing brand launching a new store.

Qualifications

• Experience in fashion, high street or fast-paced retail.
• Confident and commercially driven retail leader.
• Ability to lead by example and develop people.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Store Manager to run daily store operations and deliver an exceptional customer experience.
• Drive sales, KPIs and store performance.
• Lead, coach and develop the retail team and recruit when needed.
• Support with stock management, merchandising and shop standards.
• Step in for the Store Manager in their absence and maintain a positive store environment.

Job description

Assistant Manager | Solihull | Fashion Retail | Up to £32,000 + Benefits | New Store Opening

Are you an experienced Assistant Manager, Supervisor or Deputy Manager looking for your next opportunity in fashion retail?

We're recruiting for an Assistant Manager to join a successful and growing fashion retailer as part of an exciting new store opening in Solihull.

Why this role?

• Salary up to £32,000 depending on experience
• Staff discount and uniform allowance, with discounts of up to 50%
• Genuine career development opportunities within retail management
• Supportive leadership and a people-focused culture
• Join a fast-growing fashion retail brand
• Opportunity to be part of an exciting new store opening
• This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious retail leader who enjoys being hands‑on, driving sales and developing a high‑performing team.

Assistant Manager Responsibilities

• Working closely with the Store Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the store and help create an exceptional customer experience.
• Support the Store Manager in driving sales, KPIs and commercial performance
• Lead from the front and deliver exceptional customer service
• Motivate, coach and develop the retail team
• Take responsibility for the store in the Store Manager's absence
• Support with recruitment, onboarding and team development
• Drive company standards across sales, service and operations
• Support with stock management, visual merchandising and maintaining store standards
• Monitor performance and identify opportunities to maximise sales
• Help create a positive, energetic and engaging store environment
• Stay up to date with fashion trends and customer expectations

About You

We're looking for a confident and commercially driven retail leader with previous experience in fashion, high street or fast-paced retail.

You’ll be someone who leads by example, enjoys working as part of a team and has a genuine passion for customer service, sales and developing people.

You may currently be an Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager, Supervisor or experienced Senior Sales Assistant ready to take the next step in your retail management career.

If you're ambitious, hands‑on and want to be part of an exciting new store opening, we'd love to hear from you.

Salary: up to £32,000 depending on experience + benefits.