Assistant Manager

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager for a fashion retail brand in Swindon. This role involves supporting store operations, enhancing customer service, and driving sales performance. Ideal candidates will have a background in retail leadership, proven sales track record, and a passion for visual merchandising. The position offers up to £28,000 per year, including a performance bonus, and opportunities for career development within a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Monthly performance bonus

Staff discount

Uniform allowance

Career development opportunities

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Assistant Manager or Supervisor/Team Leader role within retail.
• Proven success in exceeding sales KPIs.
• Passionate about visual merchandising.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in retail operations.
• Ensure high standards of customer service.
• Drive the team to achieve sales targets.
• Manage team performance and training.
• Oversee Profit & Loss management.

Skills

Team leadership

Sales management

Customer service

Visual merchandising

Job description

Assistant Manager | Fashion Retail | Swindon | Up to £28,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Zachary Daniels is recruiting for an Assistant Manager in Swindon for a dynamic and customer-driven fashion retail brand. This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced Assistant Manager, or a driven Supervisor or Team Leader ready to step up into a leadership role within retail management.

If you're passionate about people management, building strong teams, and delivering exceptional customer service, this is the opportunity for you.

What's in it for you?

• Salary up to £28,000 per year plus monthly performance bonus
• Staff discount and uniform allowance
• Genuine career development opportunities within retail management
• Supportive leadership and a people-focused culture
• Join a growing and successful fashion retail brand

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Store Manager in all aspects of retail operations, including sales management, inventory management, and visual merchandising
• Leading by example to ensure the highest standards of customer service
• Driving the team to achieve sales targets and maximise profitability
• Managing team performance, development, recruitment and training
• Taking ownership of Profit & Loss (P&L) management alongside the Store Manager
• Creating a positive working environment through strong leadership and effective team building

We're looking for a retail leader who:

• Has experience in a similar Assistant Manager role or in a Supervisor/Team Leader position within retail
• Is confident in leading from the front and managing a high-performing retail team
• Can demonstrate proven success in sales management and exceeding KPIs
• Is passionate about visual merchandising and ensuring an engaging customer journey
• Thrives in a fast‑paced, hands‑on retail environment and is ready to progress

If you're an ambitious Assistant Manager looking to take the next step in your retail career, click 'Apply Now' to start your next move in leadership.

Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy.