Assistant Store Manager - 9 Month FTC

Mandeville; Ashford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned fashion outlet is looking for an Assistant Store Manager in Kent. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a team, driving sales performance, and supporting store operations. Ideal applicants will have experience managing teams in retail, a strong sales track record, and a proactive, customer-first approach. Offering competitive benefits including 25 days of annual leave, medical insurance, team incentives, and professional development opportunities, this is an exciting opportunity to enhance your retail career.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Pension

Staff lunches

Social events

Team incentives

Clear training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as an Assistant Manager or Store Manager leading teams between 10-20+.
• Strong track record in driving sales performance.
• Proactive and customer-first approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop your team to deliver exceptional service.
• Support store operations and ensure commercial targets are met.
• Drive sales performance and customer conversion.

Skills

Team leadership

Sales growth

Customer service

Coaching

Job description

Ready to step up in your retail career? We're looking for a driven Assistant Store Manager to support the leadership of a high-profile fashion outlet in Kent. If you're commercially minded, passionate about delivering great customer experiences, and confident leading a team to success, this could be your next move.

What You'll Do

• Lead, motivate, and develop your team to deliver exceptional service
• Support full store operations and ensure commercial targets are met
• Drive sales performance, KPIs, and customer conversion
• Deliver ongoing coaching so your team shine as true brand ambassadors
• Support promotional activity to boost engagement and footfall

What We're Looking For

• Experience as an Assistant Manager or Store Manager leading teams between 10-20+
• Strong track record in sales growth and team leadership
• A customer-first approach with a proactive, hands-on attitude
• Flexibility to work retail hours, including weekends

What's on Offer

• 25 days annual leave
• Private medical insurance, life insurance & pension
• Staff lunches, social events & team incentives
• Clear training and genuine development opportunities

If you're ready to make an impact and grow your retail career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

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