Store Manager - Exeter

C2 Recruitment Limited; Exeter; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Store Manager and Assistant Manager for a new lifestyle store in Exeter. Candidates should have over 2 years of management experience in retail and a passion for customer service. The role offers a competitive salary, training, and benefits including a generous staff discount and annual leave.

Benefits

Competitive salary

28 days paid annual leave

Generous staff discount

Confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Workplace pension scheme

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Assistant Store Manager or Store Management experience in retail.
• Ability to lead and inspire a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the store team to achieve sales targets.
• Deliver outstanding customer service.
• Manage staffing and team development.
• Oversee merchandising and store presentation.
• Handle store administration and cash management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

People development

Commercial awareness

Customer service

Job description

Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager- Inspiring Home & Lifestyle Retailer

Location: Exeter- New Store

Salary: £34,000 per annum Store Manager and £28,000 per annum Assistant Manager

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you a people-focused retail leader with a passion for creating exceptional customer experiences? Do you thrive in a beautiful store environment where creativity, service, and commercial results go hand in hand?

We're working with a much-loved international lifestyle brand to recruit an experienced and hands-on Store Manager and Assistant Manager for their stylish and tranquil NEW Exeter store.

About the Role:

As Store Manager and Assistant Manager, you'll take ownership of the store's commercial success, customer experience, and day-to-day operations. This is a fast-paced, shopfloor-based leadership role, perfect for someone who leads by example and inspires their team to deliver excellence every day.

Your Responsibilities:

• Lead the store team to achieve sales and operational targets
• Deliver outstanding customer service through coaching and daily support
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and team development
• Ensure high standards in visual merchandising and presentation
• Handle store administration, reporting, and cash management processes
• Take responsibility for store security and serve as a keyholder
• Support wider business initiatives and occasionally assist other stores

What We're Looking For:

• 2+ years of Assistant Store Manager or Store Management experience in a fast-paced retail environment
• Strong leadership, communication, and people development skills
• Commercially minded with the ability to analyse performance and drive results
• A hands-on, calm, and solutions-focused approach
• Passionate about interiors, lifestyle products, and visual presentation

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary
• 28 days paid annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Generous staff discount
• Full onboarding and continued training and coaching
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Workplace pension scheme

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a beautiful store for a values-led business that blends aesthetics, culture, and community.

Interested? Send us your CV - we'd love to hear from you!

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