Assistant Manager

Zachary Daniels Recruitment; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail recruitment agency is seeking an ambitious Assistant Manager for a fast-growing brand in Manchester. This role involves driving store performance, managing a team, and ensuring exceptional customer service. Ideal candidates have retail leadership experience and are passionate about growth. Join us to elevate your career in a dynamic and successful environment.

Qualifications

• Experienced in a fast-paced retail leadership role.
• Energetic, hands-on, and proactive.
• A strong communicator with excellent planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily retail operations across your department.
• Step in as Duty Manager during Store Manager absence.
• Deliver on KPIs including sales, shrinkage, and staffing.

Skills

Retail leadership experience

Strong communication skills

Planning skills

Target-driven attitude

Job description

Overview

Assistant Manager Manchester | Leading Retail Brand | Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum.

Are you ready to elevate your career as an Assistant Manager in a fast-growing, customer-focused retail brand? We're looking for passionate, hands-on leaders to join one of our busiest stores in the heart of Manchester. If you're driven by people, performance, and a positive store culture - we want to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

Be part of a high-performing retail environment that's rapidly expanding across the UK. As an Assistant Manager, you'll have the opportunity to progress toward Store Manager level while helping shape the future of one of the nation's most recognisable brands. We're committed to internal promotion and developing our leadership teams from within.

Your Role as Assistant Manager

Reporting directly to the Store Manager, you'll be a key player in driving turnover, improving KPIs, and managing a high-energy team. Your focus will be on operational efficiency, exceptional customer service, and keeping costs and shrinkage in check.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily retail operations across your department.
• Step in as Duty Manager during Store Manager absence.
• Deliver on KPIs including sales, shrinkage, and staffing.
• Motivate your team to consistently provide top-tier service.
• Ensure store standards, compliance, and presentation are always met.
• Maintain a strong focus on stock control and H&S policies.
• Use store data to make informed, commercial decisions.

Who You Are

• Experienced in a fast-paced retail leadership role.
• Energetic, hands-on, and proactive—you lead from the front.
• A strong communicator with excellent planning skills.
• Target-driven with a passion for people and results.
• Ambitious and looking to grow into a Store Manager role.

Why This Role

This is more than just a job—it's a step into your retail leadership career. As an Assistant Manager, you'll play a vital role in our success and have real opportunities for progression.

Apply Now

If you're an ambitious retail professional ready to make your mark as an Assistant Manager, send us your CV today. Take the next step in your retail career and grow with a company that truly values its people.