Assistant Store Manager

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a dynamic Senior Assistant Manager for their flagship operation in Manchester. This role involves leading a diverse team, driving commercial success, and delivering exceptional customer experiences in a prestigious retail environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in premium or luxury retail, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for customer service.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in premium or luxury retail.
• Background in retail or hospitality management.
• Strong commercial skills with a track record of driving sales.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a diverse team across multiple departments.
• Drive sales, manage costs, and maximize profitability.
• Champion a customer-first culture and create outstanding shopping experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Commercial Skills

Team Development

Job description

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Are you an experienced retail leader ready to take on your next big challenge? We're searching for a dynamic Senior Assistant Manager to lead a flagship operation at a prestigious retail destination in Manchester.

This is a unique opportunity to bring your expertise from premium retail or luxury retail to a business that knows the importance of the perfect customer experience. As our new Assistant Manager in this amazing retail store, the successful candidate will step into a role where you will drive performance, lead large teams, and deliver an exceptional customer experience in a world-class environment.

The role as an Assistant Manager:

Lead and inspire a large, diverse team across multiple departments within a flagship store

Deliver commercial success by driving sales, managing costs, and maximising profitability

Champion a customer-first culture, creating outstanding shopping experiences every day

Develop and coach department managers and team leaders to achieve high performance

Collaborate with head office teams in buying, marketing, and visual merchandising

Manage KPIs, compliance, and operational excellence to the highest standards

What You'll Bring:

Senior leadership experience in premium or luxury retail

Background in a retail or hospitality management environment

Strong commercial skills with a track record of driving sales and profit

Passion for customer service and team development

Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable leading in a fast-paced, high-profile environment

Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

Why Join as an Assistant Manager?
This is more than a store leadership role - it's your chance to lead at an iconic location where retail meets experience. You'll shape the future of retail in Manchester, working with passionate teams in a business that values innovation, diversity, and leadership excellence.

Ready to step up?
Apply now and bring your leadership to the next level.