Assistant Store Manager

Adecco; Watford; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Watford. The role involves supporting daily operations, leading a diverse team, and ensuring high standards of customer service. Ideal candidates will have team management experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to work flexibly. This is a permanent role with a competitive salary of £37,585 to £44,310 per annum.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Paid breaks

Pension scheme

24/7 wellness portal

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing and developing teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work flexibly including evenings and weekends.
• Full UK driving licence (or commitment to obtain within 3 months).

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in day-to-day operations including deliveries.
• Lead, develop, and motivate a diverse team to achieve store targets.
• Manage rotas, performance reviews, and staff development.

Skills

Leadership skills

Time management skills

Customer service

Team management

Resilience

Job description

Adecco are recruiting for an Assistant Manager for one of our clients in Stevenage. Please see the below if you're interested.

Overview

Job Title: Assistant Store Manager
Location: Stevenage

Role and Salary

Job Description: Assistant Store Manager

Salary: £37,585 to £44,310 per annum (plus London allowance where applicable)

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 45 hours per week (flexible contracts of 32, 36, or 40 hours available, salary pro rata)

Role Responsibility

• Support the Store Manager in day-to-day operations including deliveries, ordering, and customer service.
• Lead, develop, and motivate a diverse team to achieve store targets.
• Manage rotas, performance reviews, and staff development.
• Ensure operational efficiency and cost control.
• Maintain high standards of customer service and store presentation.
• Step into the Store Manager role when required.

Person Specification

• Proven experience in managing and developing teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership and time management skills.
• Ability to work flexibly including evenings and weekends.
• Committed to delivering excellent customer service.
• Resilient, hands-on, and results-driven.
• Full UK driving licence (or commitment to obtain within 3 months of starting, excluding London/M25 areas).
• Right to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with London allowance where relevant.
• Flexible working contracts (32/36/40/45 hours).
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Paid breaks.
• Company sick pay scheme.
• Pension scheme.
• Maternity, paternity, and adoption leave (after 2 years).
• 24/7 wellness portal and MyBenefits platform.
• Clear career progression opportunities.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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Job Info

• Job Title: Assistant Store Manager
• Company/Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
• Posted: Oct 29th 2025
• Closes:
• Sector: Retail & Purchasing
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time

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