Assistant Store Manager - Enfield Retail Park

Job Overview

The Assistant Store Manager role is critical to maximizing sales, enhancing operational efficiencies, and achieving targets by leading and motivating the retail team. The position involves dynamic, fast-paced responsibilities focused on inspiring staff to deliver excellent service and operational excellence.

Shift Schedule

• 37.5 hours per week
• Sunday: 10:00 - 17:00
• Monday: 11:45 - 20:15
• Wednesday: 08:45 - 17:15
• Thursday: 08:45 - 17:15
• Friday: 11:45 - 20:15

Role Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in leading, managing, and supporting the team to perform at their peak, including covering managerial duties as needed.
• Foster an environment prioritizing outstanding customer service, accuracy in stock management, and the achievement of sales targets within a commercial, safe, and efficient retail setting.
• Lead by example through active involvement in operational and commercial tasks alongside the team.
• Maintain up-to-date and clear communication to meet business demands effectively.

Candidate Profile

• A passion for customers, team members, and products that energizes and encourages a positive team environment and workplace culture.
• Strong commercial insight with the ability to deliver an exceptional shopping experience.
• Team-oriented individual thriving in a results-driven, fast-moving, and challenging retail environment; adapts to change quickly and facilitates smooth team transitions to new goals.
• Excellent communication skills capable of interacting confidently at all levels, maintaining composure and approachability under pressure, and setting realistic expectations.
• Capable of sound decision-making, problem solving, challenging existing processes, and innovating to progress the business.
• Experienced in coaching and leading high-performance teams while adeptly handling people-related matters.
• Effective multitasking abilities, with strong organizational skills to prioritize and manage workload efficiently.

Legal and Hiring Terms

Candidates must provide evidence of their legal eligibility to work in the UK before starting employment. This role generally does not qualify for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. Prospective employees should ensure they have the appropriate right to work independently of sponsorship.

About the Employer

This position is with a prominent FTSE-100 listed fashion retailer operating over 450 stores globally, selling to over 80 countries through online platforms. The company employs more than 44,000 people and is known as the second largest fashion retailer in the UK.

Employee Benefits

• Rewards for excellent performance and achievement
• 25% discount on most company and associated brand products purchased through the company
• 10% discount on partner brands and up to 15% off branded beauty items
• Opportunity to participate in Sharesave scheme
• 60% off a flexible work wardrobe allowance for qualifying contracts
• Early access to sale items and exclusive offers through an online benefits platform covering over 3,500 retailers
• Access to Staff Shops with special discounts
• Digital GP service and other complimentary health and wellbeing provisions
• Life insurance and discounted health insurance plans available for employees and families
• Financial wellbeing tools and support programs
• Opportunities for apprenticeship programs in English stores
• Convenience of next-day free collection of purchases from workplace or local stores
• Support networks and community groups fostering employee empowerment and recognition
• Discounted flexible gym memberships with additional health related services

All benefits are discretionary, subject to change, and come with specific conditions.

Accessibility and Support

The company is committed to providing accommodation and support during the application process for candidates with disabilities or chronic conditions. Applicants can request adjustments through designated contact channels.