Assistant Store Manager

Mandeville; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading lifestyle brand is seeking an experienced Assistant Store Manager to lead an outlet store in Essex. The role involves driving sales, managing store operations, and developing your team to deliver excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of retail management experience and a proven sales record. The position offers a competitive salary, commission, and generous benefits including healthcare and career development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Pension

Staff lunches

Social events

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience as an Assistant Store Manager or similar role.
• Proven track record of driving sales and leading teams.
• Ability to work flexible retail hours, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your team to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Manage store performance and drive sales growth.
• Ensure compliance with stock control and health & safety standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Sales success

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Customer focus

Job description

Assistant Store Manager - Essex | Lifestyle Brand

Salary: circa £30k + Commission + Benefits

Location: Essex Village Outlet
We’re looking for an experienced Assistant Store Manager to lead a high‑profile lifestyle brand outlet store in Essex. 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

• 3‑5 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.

Apply Today

If you’re ready to take the next step in your retail management career with a leading lifestyle brand, apply now.

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