Retail Assistant Manager

DV8 Fashion; Castlebar; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Bonus structure

Competitive remuneration

Employee Assistance Programme

Very generous staff discount

Early access to exclusive and newlines

Job summary

DV8 Fashion is seeking a full-time Retail Assistant Manager for our Castlebar store on a maternity cover basis (~12 months). The role focuses on leading a team, delivering outstanding customer service and meeting performance targets, while maintaining stock accuracy and store procedures.

Ideal candidates will have retail experience and strong communication skills, with a calm, approachable presence under pressure. On-site position with attractive benefits and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail management or supervisory roles.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Proven ability to lead a small team and maintain standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in leading the team and store operations.
• Deliver excellent customer service and meet performance targets.
• Ensure accurate stock processes and maintain store security procedures.

Skills

Retail management experience

Communication

Customer service

Team leadership

Job description

Location: On site / Knockacroghery, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, F23 YV24, Ireland
job type: Fixed term / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Retail | Management
Salary: Competitive salary

About DV8

With nearly 60 stores across Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland & Scotland and 30 years of presence and expertise in the fashion industry, DV8 Fashion is one of the most recognised fashion names on the High Street bringing you top brands, exclusive lines and new trends. We pride ourselves in innovation and creativity and love to showcase this in everything that we do. We have a truly global presence, offering our brands online giving you 24/7 access to top fashion, shipping to most parts of the world!

People are at the heart of what we do and play a key part in our continuous expansion, we are always looking for best talent, creativity and innovative mindsets to join DV8.

About You

We are on the lookout for a full-time Retail Assistant Manager to join our DV8 store in Castlebar. This is a maternity cover role for approximately 12 months. You have to be passionate about our customers, people and products. Your approach should inspire others, creating a great working atmosphere and team spirit. Ideally, the successful candidate should have experience gained in a retail background, but we will consider other relevant experience too! You should also be a great communicator and stay calm and approachable even under pressure.

About the Role

First and foremost, the priority in our stores is the safety of our team and our customers. All team members must work safely, according to our guidelines at all times.

To be a successful Assistant Store Manager at our DV8 store you will:

• Support the Store Manager in managing and inspiring your team to be at their best, and stepping up to cover the store when needed
• Create an atmosphere where delivering amazing service, achieving performance targets and accurate stock processes is at the core of our operations
• Demonstrate a hands‑on approach for all operational and commercial activities
• Be responsible for security of the store by following procedures and keyholding, ensuring others follow the procedures too

Some of DV8 Benefits

• Training
• Bonus structure
• Competitive remuneration
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Very generous staff discount
• Early access to exclusive and new lines

Please note that due to a high volume of applications we reserve the right to close the job opening sooner than the expected closing date.

DV8 Fashion is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.