Assistant Store Manager

Company: Zachary Daniels
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Location: Kingston upon Thames
Job Description:

Assistant Manager | Kingston | Lifestyle Retail | £30,000

Are you a Retail Assistant Manager with experience in a fast-paced, high-volume retail environment? Do you thrive in a role where you can lead a team, drive sales, and deliver exceptional customer service? If you have a background in discount, value, or fast-moving retail, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career.

About the Role:

This is a hands-on Assistant Manager role within a well-established retail business that prides itself on offering a dynamic, fast-paced shopping experience. The store is busy, customer-focused, and requires strong leadership to ensure smooth operations and commercial success.

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive salary of £30,000
  • 28 days of annual leave, including bank holidays, to support a healthy work-life balance
  • Generous staff discount to enjoy fantastic products at a great price
  • Full training and career development to help you grow and progress
  • Employee Assistance Programme, offering confidential support and guidance
  • Workplace pension scheme to plan for your future

What You Will Be Doing:

  • Supporting the Store Manager in leading a motivated retail team
  • Inspiring and coaching your team to deliver outstanding customer service
  • Driving sales and achieving targets to ensure store success
  • Managing high stock volumes and deliveries in a fast-paced environment
  • Ensuring strong retail standards, from stock management to visual merchandising
  • Taking ownership of store operations in the Store Manager’s absence
  • Creating a positive, energetic work environment where the team thrives

What We Are Looking For:

  • At least two years of experience as a Retail Assistant Manager or in a supervisory role
  • A background in fast-paced, high-volume retail, ideally from discount, variety, or value retailers
  • Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team
  • A hands-on approach, leading by example and taking initiative
  • A commercial mindset, with the ability to manage stock and drive sales

If you are ready to take the next step in your retail career and thrive in a fast-moving, customer-focused environment, apply today.

Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy.

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Posted: March 10th, 2025