Optical Practice Manager

Zest Business Group; Cork; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave plus publichol

Healthcare plan

Cycle to work scheme

Family and friends discounts

CET and ongoing professional develop.

Professional fees paid if qualified

Job summary

Zest Optical recruitment partners with an independent Cork opticians group to recruit a full-time Optical Practice Manager. The Cork practice offers a high-quality, patient-first environment with a strong local reputation and advanced technology.

The role manages a dispensing and support team, ensuring exceptional patient care and service standards. Salary up to €54,000 DOE, with 5 weeks annual leave, healthcare, and ongoing professional development support.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified Dispensing Optician CORU registered or eligible to register.
• Previous management or supervisory experience is beneficial, though applicants stepping into their first management role are encouraged to apply.
• Interest in fashion, eyewear brands, and premium dispensing.
• Excellent communication and patient care skills.
• Strong team player with a supportive leadership style.
• Confident to make tailored, bold recommendations when appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the practice.
• Train, support, and develop the dispensing and support team.
• Handle complex dispensing and patient queries with confidence.
• Create a professional, supportive and enjoyable working environment.
• Full-time position 5 days per week including Saturdays; hours 09:00–17:30.

Skills

Management experience

Communication skills

Patient care

Team player

Decision making

Education

CORU registered dispensing optician

Job description

Optical Practice Manager Jobs in Cork

Up to €54,000 DOE and Qualification

Optical Practice Manager vacancies in Cork. Zest Optical recruitment is working in partnership with a well established independent opticians group to recruit a full time Optical Practice Manager for their Cork practice.

This is an opportunity to join a high quality independent group known for combining clinical excellence with a warm, personal approach to patient care. The practice places strong emphasis on longer appointments, advanced technology, and giving teams the time and support needed to do the job properly.

The Cork practice benefits from a loyal patient base, a strong local reputation, and a clear focus on delivering outstanding eye care in a relaxed, professional environment.

Optical Practice Manager - Role

Independent opticians with a strong patient first ethos Work for a company that genuinely cares about quality, people, and professionalism Excellent reputation within the local Cork community 45 minute testing times using advanced clinical equipment Zeiss specialists Wide, high end frame selection including Lindberg, Tiffany, Maui Jim and more Oversee the smooth day to day running of the practice Create a professional, supportive, and enjoyable working environment Train, support, and develop the dispensing and support team Handle complex dispensing and patient queries with confidence Full time position working 5 days per week to include every Saturday Typical working hours 9:00am to 5:30pm Salary between €40,000 - €54,000 DOE Team based incentives 5 weeks annual leave plus public holidays Additional day off for your birthday Healthcare plan Family and friends discounts CET and ongoing professional development fully supported Professional fees paid if qualified Cycle to work scheme

Optical Practice Manager - Requirements

Fully qualified Dispensing Optician CORU registered or eligible to register - No VISA sponsorship available Previous management or supervisory experience is beneficial, though applicants stepping into their first management role are also encouraged to apply Strong Optical Practice Managers will also be considered Interest in fashion, eyewear brands, and premium dispensing Strong team player with a supportive leadership style Excellent communication and patient care skills Passion for delivering a high standard of service Confidence to make tailored, bold recommendations when appropriate