Assistant Store Manager

SWAROVSKI; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount 60%

Monthly bonus

Holiday entitlement

Volunteer day

Season Ticket Loan

Food & refreshments

Job summary

Swarovski in the UK is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to lead a premium team in Ellesmere Port. You’ll model exceptional service, coach staff, and drive commercial results while ensuring brand standards across all store operations.

You will recruit and develop talent, oversee inventory and cash handling, and step into Store Manager duties when needed, contributing to a luxury customer experience and measurable sales growth.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of luxury retail experience
• Leadership and coaching experience
• Excellent customer service skills
• Multicultural environment experience is a plus
• Willingness to own outcomes and drive results

Responsibilities

• Act as a role model delivering outstanding customer service and brand experience
• Coach, motivate, and onboard team members to maximize performance
• Support recruitment, talent development, and employee relations
• Drive sales and support monthly plans and targets
• Oversee store operations, including inventory, cash handling, and compliance
• Step in for the Store Manager as needed

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Team coaching

Digital proficiency

Ownership mindset

Commercial mindset

Tools

POS software

Inventory management

Job description

At Swarovski, your ideas are valued, your leadership is empowered, and your work helps build teams that deliver brilliance and create luxury moments every day.

Ready to take the next step in your retail career with one of the most iconic brands in fashion and design? Join our retail team and help shape an environment where people grow, customers feel inspired, and performance sparkles.

As an Assistant Store Manager, you’ll be a Swarovski advocate, supporting a positive work environment, delivering exceptional customer experiences, and driving commercial results. You’ll coach and empower your team, act as a role model, and help shape the store’s success every day.

About The Job

• Act as a role model, delivering outstanding customer service and brand experience
• Coach, motivate, and onboard team members to maximize performance
• Support recruitment, talent development, and employee relations
• Drive sales and support monthly plans and targets
• Oversee store operations, including inventory, cash handling, and compliance
• Step in for the Store Manager as needed

About You

• 1–2 years of experience in a multicultural retail environment, in luxury fashion, cosmetics, or lifestyle brands
• Some leadership and coaching experience
• A winning personality to easily establish a trustful relationship and empower others
• Excellent customer service skills and digital proficiency
• Responsible and able to take ownership
• Curious, empathetic, and results-driven team player with a commercial mindset

What We Offer

You can expect a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• Monthly bonus scheme
• Industry leading, generous staff discount (60% off the RRP) starting on your first day
• 30% off the RRP on Swarovski Created Diamonds
• Enhanced annual holiday entitlement
• 1 x paid Volunteering Day each year
• Food & refreshments provided in store to be enjoyed during your shift
• Staff Referral Bonus – up to £250
• Jubilee Awards to celebrate key service milestones
• Annual Awards to celebrate and recognize your achievements
• Season Ticket Loan
• Access to our online benefits platform offering a wide range of retail, hospitality and entertainment discounts
• Opportunities for career development

Many of our Sales Consultants grow into leadership or specialist roles such as Store Manager, Trainer or Visual Merchandiser roles. We support your development so you can build a career that matches your ambitions.

About Swarovski

Swarovski creates crystal-based products of unique quality and craftsmanship that bring joy and celebrate individuality. Founded in Austria in 1895, we design, manufacture, and sell the world’s finest crystals, gemstones, Swarovski Created Diamonds, zirconia, jewelry, accessories, and home décor.

Sustainability and responsibility are at the heart of our brand, from circular innovation to diversity, inclusion, and the philanthropic work of the Swarovski Foundation. We empower people to express their individuality with confidence and respect, and we believe that different perspectives make us stronger.

Swarovski is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair, inclusive recruitment and to building a workplace where everyone feels they truly belong.