Assistant Store Manager - Dublin Liffey Valley

Job Overview

This role is based in Clondalkin, South Dublin, Ireland at the Dublin Liffey Valley store. The Assistant Store Manager position involves leading and motivating a retail team to maximize sales, enhance efficiency, and meet performance goals in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.

Working Hours

The weekly schedule for this position totals 38.75 hours, with shifts as follows: Monday from 09:15 to 17:45; Wednesday 08:45 to 17:15; Thursday 12:45 to 21:15; Friday 08:45 to 17:15; and Saturday 08:45 to 17:15.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in supervising and motivating all team members to perform their best and step in to manage the store when required.
• Create a customer-focused and operationally efficient environment prioritizing excellent service, meeting sales targets, and maintaining accurate stock control.
• Participate actively in daily operations and commercial tasks by working alongside the team.
• Maintain clear, timely, and accurate communication to support business needs.

Candidate Profile

• Strong enthusiasm for customers, colleagues, and products that inspires a positive team spirit and work culture.
• Excellent commercial insight with the ability to deliver outstanding shopping experiences.
• Thrives in a results-oriented, fast-paced setting, exhibiting adaptability and guiding the team through organizational changes.
• Effective communicator capable of engaging with colleagues at all levels while remaining calm and approachable under pressure.
• Skilled in problem-solving and business decision-making, willing to challenge current procedures and champion innovative ideas.
• Experienced in leading, coaching, and managing team dynamics including handling people-related issues efficiently.
• Competent multi-tasker with strong organizational and prioritization skills.

Additional Information

• Applicants must not have applied unsuccessfully for a similar position within the past six months.

About the Employer

The employer is a FTSE-100 retail organization with over 44,000 employees globally and is recognized as the UK's second-largest fashion retailer and leader in Kidswear. The group operates over 450 stores and serves customers in over 80 countries via online platforms.

Benefits

• Generous rewards program for accomplishments and high performance.
• 25% discount on most products from Next, Made, Lipsy, Gap, Victoria's Secret (when purchased through Next).
• 10% discount on many partner brands and up to 15% off branded beauty products.
• Up to 60% off on a working wardrobe allowance to purchase work-appropriate clothing.
• Early VIP access to sale stock.
• Exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through an online benefits platform.
• Complimentary health and wellbeing services.
• Life assurance coverage.
• Option to enroll in discounted health plans for the employee and family members.
• Access to supportive network groups for empowerment and inclusion.

Note: Benefits are discretionary and subject to change.

Support for Applicants

The employer is committed to providing assistance throughout the recruitment process, including workplace adjustments for applicants with disabilities or long-term conditions. Support can be requested via email or phone as provided in the job details.