Assistant Store Manager

Assistant Store Manager (Retail)
Location: Woking

Ready to take the next step in your retail career? This isn’t just another Assistant Manager role - it’s your opportunity to shape a team, influence performance, and make a real impact in a fast-moving, people-first environment.

We’re looking for someone who thrives on energy, enjoys variety, and leads with authenticity. If you’re the kind of person who rolls up their sleeves, motivates others, and creates a positive atmosphere wherever you go, you’ll feel right at home here.

Assistant Store Manager - What Makes This Role Different?

Forget rigid routines - this is a role where no two days look the same. One moment you’re coaching a team member to hit their potential, the next you’re driving performance on the shop floor or solving real-time challenges. You’ll be trusted, supported, and encouraged to bring your personality to work.

Assistant Store Manager - What You’ll Be Doing:

You’ll be the right hand to the Store Manager, playing a key role in both team leadership and commercial success:

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Lead from the front - setting the tone, pace, and standard for your team

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Inspire, coach, and develop individuals to unlock their full potential

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Create a workplace where people feel motivated, valued, and proud to be part of the team

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Take ownership of store performance, balancing sales growth with smart cost control

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Deliver standout customer experiences that keep people coming back

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Step confidently into full store leadership when needed

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Keep a close eye on competitors and trends to stay one step ahead

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Ensure smooth day-to-day operations, from compliance to presentation

Assistant Store Manager - What You’ll Bring:

This role is as much about attitude as it is about experience. We’re looking for someone who:

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Has proven experience in a retail or customer-focused leadership role

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Leads with positivity, resilience, and a “can-do” mindset

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Enjoys developing others and celebrating team success

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Is commercially aware and motivated by results

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Communicates openly and builds strong relationships

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Embraces challenges and adapts quickly in a fast-paced setting

Assistant Store Manager - What You’ll Get in Return:

We believe great work deserves great support. Here’s a snapshot of what’s on offer:

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Performance-related bonuses to reward your impact

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Generous holiday allowance that grows with service

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A paid day off to celebrate your birthday

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Structured training and development from day one

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Pension and long-term savings opportunities

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Regular team socials and recognition events

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Enhanced family-friendly policies

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Wellbeing support and employee assistance programmes

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Discounts, perks, and lifestyle benefits including fitness and cycling schemes

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Opportunities to give back through charity volunteering

A Place Where You Belong

You’ll be joining a close-knit, supportive team where individuality is celebrated and collaboration is key. We’re passionate about creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed.

Even if you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you. Sometimes the best candidates bring something unexpected - and that’s exactly what we’re looking for