Dispensing Optician Manager

ASDA Opticians; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail optical provider in Greater London is seeking an Optical Manager to oversee operations and manage a team of Optometrists. The ideal candidate will be fully qualified, possess strong leadership skills, and be committed to delivering exceptional customer care. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a discretionary company bonus and flexible working patterns.

Benefits

Discretionary company bonus

Company pension up to 7% matched

15% colleague discount

Access to wellbeing services

Flexible working patterns

Excellent parental leave policies

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a team in optics.
• Ability to meet statutory points requirement for CPD.
• Driven to meet department targets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the entire operation of the optical department.
• Lead and manage your team of Optometrists and Optical assistants.
• Ensure department meets customer needs.

Skills

Leadership skills in a fast-paced optics environment

Coaching others

Customer and patient care

Organizational skills

Education

Fully qualified dispensing optician registered with the GOC

Job description

Overview

Your Role At Asda nothing is more important to us than the health and wellbeing of our customers and we pride ourselves on providing excellent service and clinical care. Our Optical Managers are key to our success, making sure the team has everything in place that they need to deliver. Our unique fixed price approach means there's no up-selling. Single vision glasses are the same price as varifocals, and there are no top-up costs for anti-scratch or thinner lenses either, so we don't have to compromise a customer solution because of what someone can afford. With access to the wider Asda network, you will be supported by our Home Office teams who can offer clinical support and a team of Area Manager's who will work alongside you to get the most out of your role every day. You will also be provided with regular business updates and feedback on your performance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the entire operation of the optical department.
• Lead and manage your team of Optometrists and Optical assistants.
• Oversee compliance processes and procedures.
• Review sales forecasting and department targets while handling customer queries.
• Manage clinic operations and the shop floor process to ensure the department meets customer needs.
• Work in close partnership with an Optometrist and coach and develop your team.
• Be organized and able to manage your time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified dispensing optician registered with the GOC.
• On track to meet the statutory points requirement for CPD.
• Confident in coaching others.
• Able to provide excellent customer and patient care.
• Driven and ambitious to ensure the department meets its targets.
• Proven leadership skills in a fast-paced optics environment.
• Organised and able to manage your time effectively.

Benefits

You will also get an excellent benefits package including:

• Discretionary company bonus
• Company pension up to 7% matched
• 15% colleague discount in store and online
• Free access to wellbeing services such as Wagestream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans and a 24/7 employee assistance helpline, alongside discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking, enhanced to theme parks and cinemas
• Your professional indemnity insurance
• GOC fees paid
• CET package
• Flexible working patterns in accordance with 7 days opening
• Asda Allies Inclusion Networks - helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated
• Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments

We want all colleagues to be able to bring their best and true selves to work, every day. Simply put, we want our colleagues to be Proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves.

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