Retail Manager - Christmas Temp

C2 Recruitment Limited; Newbury; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

C2 Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Seasonal Retail Manager to lead a busy charity shop during the Christmas period across locations in the UK. The role focuses on delivering excellent customer service, driving sales and managing a team of volunteers.

You will supervise and motivate volunteers, organise rotas, handle stock, merchandising, EPOS and banking, and ensure the shop presents well and raises funds for good causes.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or customer-facing roles.
• Proven ability to supervise and lead teams.
• Comfort with voluntary/philanthropic environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the shop team and volunteers.
• Organise volunteer rotas and shop cover.
• Drive sales and maximise funds for charities.
• Merchandising, deliveries and stock management.
• EPOS, cash handling and banking.
• Keep the shop well-stocked and looking its best.

Skills

Retail management

Customer service

Leadership

Tools

EPOS system

Cash handling

Banking

Job description

Temporary Contract | October - December 2026

Looking for a management role with a difference this festive season?

C2 Recruitment is looking for an enthusiastic Seasonal Retail Managers to run a busy temporary shop in various locations across the UK, helping raise valuable funds for charities and good causes.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Retail Manager, Assistant Manager or Supervisor who enjoys leading people, delivering great customer service and getting stuck in.

The Role

You'll take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the shop, working alongside a team of volunteers to maximise sales and create a welcoming experience for customers.

You'll be responsible for:

• Leading, motivating and supporting the shop team
• Organising volunteer rotas and shop cover
• Driving sales and maximising funds raised
• Merchandising, deliveries and stock management
• EPOS, cash handling and banking
• Keeping the shop well-stocked and looking its best

About You

We're looking for someone with previous retail or customer-facing experience who is confident supervising and leading others.

You could currently be a Store Manager, Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager, Retail Supervisor or Team Leader looking for a rewarding seasonal opportunity.

Charity retail or volunteer management experience would be an advantage, but it isn’t essential. What matters is that you're organised, reliable, great with people and happy to take responsibility.

More Than Just a Seasonal Job

You'll be running a busy retail operation during the Christmas trading period while helping generate valuable income for charities and good causes.