Assistant Store Manager

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

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer in Kent is seeking an experienced Assistant Store Manager to lead a high-profile store. The role involves driving sales growth, overseeing operations, and developing team capacity. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years' retail management experience and a proven sales record. Offering a competitive salary around £30k plus bonus, 25 days holiday, and various benefits. A perfect opportunity for driven individuals ready to advance their retail career.

Benefits

Competitive salary + commission scheme

25 days holiday

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Pension

Staff lunches

Social events

Clear training & career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Sales success

Team leadership

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Customer focus

Proactivity

Job description

Assistant Store Manager - Fashion Brand - IMMEDIATE START Salary : circa £30k + Bonus + Benefits Location : Kent We’re looking for an experienced Assistant Store Manager for a high-profile fashion store in Kent. If you’re commercially focused, passionate about retail, and thrive on leading people and driving sales, this could be your next step.

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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