Assistant Store Manager

FASHION PERSONNEL; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing fashion brand is seeking an Assistant Store Manager for their new store in Portsmouth. You will support daily operations, lead the team, and ensure exceptional customer experiences. Candidates should have over 2 years of retail management experience and strong leadership skills. This role offers a competitive salary, staff discounts, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Staff discounts

Career growth

Generous holiday allowance

Qualifications

• 2+ years retail management or supervisory experience, preferably in fashion/lifestyle.
• Strong leadership and commercial awareness.
• Customer-first mindset with excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Support daily store operations and lead by example.
• Help drive sales and achieve store KPIs.
• Oversee stock and team development.

Skills

Retail management experience

Leadership skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Job description

A growing fashion brand is opening its first standalone store at Gunwharf Quays and is looking for an Assistant Store Manager to support the Store Manager. The brand is known for effortless, simple, laidback style, and has continued to grow steadily despite challenges in the retail industry.

They are now looking for a Store Manager who can embody this spirit, inspire a team, and create a truly welcoming and customer-first environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support daily store operations and lead by example on the shop floor
• Help drive sales and achieve store KPIs
• Oversee stock, floor standards, and team development
• Maintain high visual merchandising standards

Requirements:

• 2+ years retail management or supervisory experience (fashion/lifestyle preferred)
• Strong leadership and commercial awareness
• Customer-first mindset with excellent communication
• Hands-on, adaptable, and proactive

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and staff discounts
• Career growth and professional development
• Supportive, dynamic environment and generous holiday allowance

Apply now to join a brand-new store opening!