Assistant Store Manager

Mandeville Recruitment Group; Ashford; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is searching for an Assistant Store Manager for a fashion brand with an immediate start in Ashford, Kent. Responsibilities include leading a team, enhancing customer service, and driving sales growth. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of retail management experience and a proven track record in sales. The position offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and benefits such as medical insurance, generous holiday entitlement, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Pension

Team initiatives and social events

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience as an Assistant Store Manager or similar role.
• Proven track record of sales success.
• Flexibility to work retail hours, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach your team for exceptional customer service.
• Manage store performance and sales operations.
• Drive sales growth to exceed KPIs.

Skills

Team leadership

Sales success

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Customer focus

Proactive approach

Job description

Assistant Store Manager - Fashion Brand - IMMEDIATE START

Salary: circa £30k + Bonus + Benefits

Location: Kent

What You'll Do

• Lead, coach, and inspire your team to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Take full responsibility for store performance, sales, and operations.
• Drive sales growth and exceed KPIs and targets.
• Deliver training and development so your team are confident brand ambassadors.
• Oversee stock control, compliance, health & safety, and store standards.
• Implement promotions and marketing activities to increase footfall and conversion.

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years' experience as an Assistant Store Manager / Retail Manager / Outlet Manager.
• Proven track record of sales success and team leadership.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Customer-focused with a hands‑on, proactive approach.
• Flexibility to work retail hours, including weekends.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary + commission scheme.
• 25 days holiday.
• Private medical insurance, life insurance & pension.
• Staff lunches, social events & team initiatives.
• Clear training & career development opportunities.

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