Store Manager

Fashion & Retail Personnel; Islington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the lifestyle and homeware sector is seeking an experienced Store Manager for a new opening in Islington. The role involves leading a team, delivering outstanding customer service, managing operations, and driving sales. Ideal candidates should possess strong leadership skills and a background in homewares or premium fashion, along with a hands-on approach to management.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Store Manager, ideally in standalone retail.
• Background in homewares, furniture, or premium fashion preferred.
• Confident managing budgets and operational responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Leading and developing your team to create a welcoming environment.
• Delivering excellent customer service and driving sales performance.
• Overseeing stock, visual merchandising, and day-to-day operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Commercial acumen

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Store Manager to lead the opening of an exciting new lifestyle and homeware store launching in Islington this June.

This is a full-time, floor-based role (5 days out of 7, including weekends), perfect for someone hands-on, commercially driven, and passionate about delivering a top-tier customer experience.

What you’ll be doing:
Leading and developing your team to create a warm, welcoming environment.
Delivering excellent customer service that earns 5-star reviews.
Driving sales performance and managing store targets.
Overseeing stock, visual merchandising, and day-to-day operations.
Managing recruitment, training, and team wellbeing.

What we’re looking for:
Previous experience as a Store Manager (ideally in standalone retail).
Background in homewares, furniture, or premium fashion preferred.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Confident managing budgets, rotas, and operational responsibilities.
A hands-on approach and a positive, proactive mindset.

Interviews will take place in two stages: virtual first, followed by an in-person interview.

If you’re ready to bring energy, initiative, and commercial savvy to an exciting new opening, we’d love to hear from you!

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