Store Manager - BBW Brighton

Job Overview

This full-time Store Manager position based in Brighton involves leading and inspiring a retail team to maximize sales, enhance operational efficiencies, and meet business objectives. The role includes managing a fast-paced retail environment while promoting exceptional customer service, operational accuracy, and safety standards.

Work Schedule

• 38.75 hours per week
• Monday: 08:45 - 17:15
• Tuesday: 11:45 - 20:15
• Thursday: 11:45 - 20:15
• Friday: 08:45 - 17:15
• Saturday: 08:45 - 17:15

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate your team to perform at their highest levels.
• Create an environment centered on excellent customer service, meeting sales goals, and maintaining accurate stock management.
• Engage directly in operational and commercial activities alongside your team.
• Work as part of the area team reporting to the Area Manager, contributing to brand growth by identifying new opportunities and delivering added value.
• Maintain clear and timely communication to meet business requirements.

Candidate Profile

• Demonstrate enthusiasm for customers, colleagues, and products, fostering a positive work environment and team spirit.
• Possess strong commercial insight with the ability to craft an outstanding shopping experience for customers.
• Be a collaborative team player who thrives under pressure and adapts well to a fast-changing, results-oriented setting.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills and remain approachable and composed even in challenging situations.
• Show capability in problem-solving, making sound decisions, challenging existing procedures, and driving innovative business initiatives.
• Have experience in leading and mentoring high-performing teams and handling personnel matters effectively.
• Efficiently multitask with the ability to organize, plan, and prioritize workload effectively.

Right to Work and Sponsorship

Applicants must be able to provide evidence of their legal right to work in the UK prior to employment. The employer does not typically sponsor work visas under the Skilled Worker route for this role, encouraging candidates to ensure they have valid work authorization without sponsorship.

About the Employer

Next is a FTSE-100 retail company with over 44,000 employees and more than 450 stores globally. It is the UK's second largest fashion retailer and leads the market in Kidswear, with online shopping available in over 80 countries.

Benefits

• Generous rewards for achieving strong performance.
• 25% discount on most Next, Made, Lipsy, Gap, and Victoria’s Secret products when purchased through Next.
• 10% discount on most partner brands and up to 15% off Branded Beauty products.
• Participation in the Sharesave Scheme.
• 60% off an optional working wardrobe allowance applicable after a minimum six-week contract.
• Early VIP access to sale items.
• Access to exclusive deals from over 3,500 retailers through an online benefits platform.
• Entry to staff shops with special discounts.
• Access to digital GP services and other complimentary health and wellbeing programs.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Optional discounted health plans available for employees and their families.
• Financial wellbeing tools to assist with saving and managing finances.
• Apprenticeship opportunities with qualification for England stores.
• Convenient 'Direct to Work' service offering free next-day collection from store or workplace.
• Support network groups for employee empowerment and celebration.
• Wellhub memberships offering discounted flexible gym access, personal training sessions, and wellness apps.

Note: All benefits are discretionary and subject to change.

Application Process

Candidates will undergo initial resume screening followed by interview stages including a telephone or video interview, and possibly an in-store assessment. Applications are not accepted if the candidate has applied unsuccessfully for a similar position within the past six months.

Support Available

Applicants requiring workplace adjustments due to disabilities or long-term conditions are encouraged to seek assistance during the application process.