Assistant Store Manager

Vision Express; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free sunglasses after probation

Friends & Family discounts

Incentives and career progression

Support for OneSight and global impact

Job summary

Sunglass Hut in the United Kingdom is seeking a Store Manager to lead a dynamic team in delivering an outstanding customer experience. You will coach, motivate and develop staff, ensuring daily store operations run smoothly even in the absence of the Store Manager.

We’re looking for energetic leaders with a track record of boosting sales, a passion for people, and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving retail environment. Join us to help attract great talent and drive brand success.

Qualifications

• Retail leadership experience or supervisory exposure.
• Proven track record of driving sales and team performance.
• Confidence, strong people skills and positive energy.

Responsibilities

• Lead from the front and deliver an incredible Sunglass Hut experience.
• Create a high-energy culture where teams thrive.

Skills

Retail leadership

Sales driving

People skills

Energy & confidence

Adaptability

Job description

Lead with confidence. Bring the energy. Make people feel incredible.

At Sunglass Hut, we sell more than sunglasses, we sell feel good. Confidence, style and self‑expression.

Born in Miami and now part of EssilorLuxottica, we’re fast‑paced, fashion‑forward and powered by people who care. With 3,000+ stores worldwide and a strong family feel, we know how to work hard, have fun and win together.

If you love people, thrive in a fast‑paced environment and enjoy hitting goals without losing the fun, this role has your name on it.

What you’ll do

• Lead from the front, delivering an incredible Sunglass Hut experience.
• Create a high energy, feel good culture where teams thrive.
• Coach, motivate and develop the team to smash sales and celebrate wins.
• Support daily store operations and step up in the Store Manager’s absence.
• Help attract great talent with personality, confidence and style.

What you’ll bring

• Retail experience with leadership or supervisory exposure
• A proven track record of driving sales and team performance
• Confidence, strong people skills and positive energy
• Flexibility, adaptability and comfort with fast moving retail
• A belief that great leadership starts with great people

What’s in it for you

• Free sunglasses after probation
• Friends & Family discounts
• Incentives, recognition and real career progression
• Opportunities to support OneSight and make a global impact

Why Sunglass Hut?

Because we win together, celebrate individuality, and always bring style to what we do.