Seasonal Retail Manager - Nottingham

C2 Recruitment Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

C2 Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Seasonal Retail Manager to run a busy temporary shop in Nottingham during the Christmas period. You will lead a team of volunteers, maximise sales and ensure an engaging customer experience.

The role covers end-to-end store operations from October to December 2026, with both full-time and part-time opportunities. Previous retail or supervisory experience is preferred, and charity fundraising focus is valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail management or supervising staff.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Strong customer service orientation and problem solving.
• Experience coordinating volunteers or temporary staff is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day shop operations in a busy temporary store.
• Lead, motivate and support the volunteer team.
• Organise rotas and ensure shop coverage.
• Drive sales and maximise funds raised for charity.
• Ensure excellent customer service and store presentation.
• Handle stock, deliveries and merchandising.
• Manage EPOS, cash handling and banking processes.

Skills

Retail management

Team leadership

Customer service

Volunteer coordination

Tools

EPOS system

Cash handling

Job description

Seasonal Retail Manager

Nottingham, NG1 2NW
£12.71 per hour
Temporary Contract | October - December 2026
Full-time & Part-time opportunities

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
• Delivering excellent customer service
• 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.

If you’re looking for a rewarding management role from October to December, we’d love to hear from you.