Assistant Manager

Zachary Daniels; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount up to 60%

Life assurance & employee assistance

Discretionary bonus

Career development

Job summary

Zachary Daniels is recruiting for an Assistant Manager to lead a new store opening in Peterborough. You will drive sales, coach a team, and ensure outstanding customer service while delivering on brand standards.

The role offers a discretionary bonus and benefits; join a growing retailer with expansion plans for 2026 and a strong emphasis on sustainability and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Assistant Manager or similar leadership role in fashion/retail.
• Strong understanding of retail KPIs and customer service standards.
• Hands-on leader with coaching and team development experience.
• Excellent communication and proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in leading and motivating the team to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Drive sales and store performance through KPIs such as sales, conversion, and ATV.
• Take responsibility for the store in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Oversee day-to-day store operations, stock, and visual merchandising standards.
• Coach and onboard new team members and support recruitment.
• Build local relationships and represent the brand in the community.

Skills

Retail leadership

Customer service

Store operations

Communication

Team development

Job description

Assistant Manager | NEW STORE OPENING | Peterborough | Popular Retail | Salary: Up to £30,000 + Bonus & Benefits

Are you a passionate Assistant Manager with a love for fashion, people and retail?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing brand that combines style with big expansion plans for 2026.

What You'll Receive

• Salary up to £30,000 per year + Benefits
• Discretionary bonus based on company performance
• Staff discount of up to 60%
• Life assurance & employee assistance programme
• Career development & internal progressionli>
• The opportunity to join a brand on a mission
• Exciting opportunity to be part of a NEW STORE OPENING

What You'll Be Doing as Assistant Manager

• Supporting the Store Manager in leading and motivating the team to deliver exceptional customer service
• Driving sales and store performance through key KPIs including sales, conversion, and ATV
• Taking responsibility for the store in the absence of the Store Manager
• Supporting day-to-day store operations, stock management, and visual merchandising standards
• Coaching and developing team members to maximise their potential
• Supporting recruitment, onboarding, and training of new team members
• Helping to build strong local relationships and represent the brand within the community
• Ensuring the store reflects the brand's values, mission, and commitment to sustainability
• Maintaining high standards of customer service, store presentation, and operational excellence

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as an Assistant Manager, Supervisor, Department Manager, or experienced Team Leader within fashion, footwear, accessories, or a similar customer-focused retail environment
• Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of retail KPIs
• A confident, hands-on leader who enjoys coaching and developing a team
• High standards for customer service, store presentation, and operations
• Passion for ethical retail and sustainable fashion
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, positive attitude
• Someone who is ambitious and looking to develop their career within a growing business

Assistant Manager | NEW STORE OPENING | Peterborough | Popular Retail | Salary: Up to £30,000 + Bonus & Benefits

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