Assistant Store Manager

Age UK; Bognor Regis; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Age UK is seeking an Assistant Manager for their Bognor Regis store to support daily operations and lead a team. This role offers the opportunity to enhance retail leadership skills while making a positive impact in the community. The position includes responsibilities such as managing stock, ensuring customer satisfaction, and assisting with financial reporting.

Benefits

25 days holiday (pro-rata) plus bank holidays

8% pension contribution

Discounts via Blue Light Card and BenefitHub

Life assurance and Bupa health cashback

Tickets for Good for events

Qualifications

• Ability to work collaboratively with the Store Manager.
• Physical ability to lift and carry stock up to 10kg.
• Experience in retail processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in daily store operations.
• Lead and motivate staff and volunteers.
• Ensure excellent customer service.

Skills

Leadership skills

Customer service skills

Time management skills

IT literacy

Delegation and coaching skills

Job description

Job Opportunity: Assistant Manager at Age UK, Bognor Regis

Age UK is recruiting! With over 250 locations across the UK, our stores raise funds for vital services supporting older people.

We are looking for a dedicated Assistant Manager to join our Bognor Regis (Arun Retail Park) team. As an Assistant Manager, you will support the Store Manager in all aspects of store operations, lead a team of Sales Assistants and volunteers, and ensure an excellent shopping experience for our customers.

This role offers the chance to make a difference in the community while developing your retail leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in daily store operations
• Lead and motivate staff and volunteers
• Ensure excellent customer service
• Manage stock and store presentation
• Assist with financial reporting and stock management

Requirements

You will have:

• Ability to work collaboratively with the Store Manager
• Physical ability to lift and carry stock up to 10kg
• Leadership skills to manage a team of staff and volunteers
• Delegation and coaching skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Time management skills under conflicting priorities
• IT literacy and numeracy skills

Ideally, you will also have:

• Experience in retail processes
• Understanding of financial reports
• Experience in customer-facing roles

What We Offer

• 28-hour working week
• 25 days holiday (pro-rata) plus bank holidays
• 8% pension contribution
• Discounts via Blue Light Card and BenefitHub
• Life assurance and Bupa health cashback
• Tickets for Good for events

Additional Information

This role requires pre-existing Right to Work in the UK. We cannot accept applications from candidates under 18 due to legal requirements.

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, especially underrepresented groups, and aim to promote inclusivity in our workforce.

Early applications are advised, as we will review applications throughout the advertising period.

Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding vulnerable adults and children.