Store Manager
Location: Peterborough PE3 9TB
Salary & Benefits
£36,120 per year + quarterly bonus + excellent benefits
Join a supportive team where your contribution is recognised and rewarded.
What you'll receive:
Competitive annual salary
Quarterly team bonus (typically averaging 10–12%)
Annual salary reviews
Generous pension scheme
Sharesave scheme
Free on-site parking
Long-service reward vouchers
28 days' holiday, increasing with service
An extra day off for your birthday
Enhanced parental and adoption leave packages
Discounted gym memberships
Paid volunteering day each year
Regular social events and team activities
Work-Life Balance
We understand that having time for life outside work matters.
Working pattern:
40 hours per week
Any 5 days from 7
Fair and advanced rota planning
You won't be expected to work every weekend
Predictable schedules to help you plan personal commitmentsShift times:
Weekdays
8:15am – 4:45pm, or
9:15am – 5:45pmSaturday
8:45am – 5:45pmSunday
9:45am – 4:15pm
Training & Career Development
No storage industry experience? No problem.
From your first day, you'll receive:
A comprehensive induction programme
Ongoing coaching and mentoring from your Area Manager
Support from a dedicated Learning & Development specialist
Access to e-learning and classroom-based training
Clear career progression opportunities
Guidance from an experienced management teamWhether you're looking to build new skills or develop a long-term career, we'll support your growth.
About the Role
The role of a Store Manager is vital in achieving strong store performance and supporting the development of your team. To be successful in this role you'll need to be aligned with our values and business goals, while inspiring and motivating your team to deliver outstanding results. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent leadership and communication skills, along with strong organisational abilities, be reliable and assured in making effective decisions. They should also be adaptable, customer focused and possess strong problem solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and committed to maintaining high standards.
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Working at Big Yellow Self Storage: a job like no other
You'll spend most of your time helping customers, finding solutions and ensuring the store runs smoothly.
Key responsibilities:
Leading from the front to inspire and motivate your team
Encourage a positive and flexible approach to daily management of the store/team
Managing, recognising and rewarding your team whilst maximising the performance of your store
Identify the potential of your team to ensure a strong pipeline of talent
Full ownership of store financial contribution in order to drive sales and control costs
Ensure you and your team always provide the highest level of customer service in person, by phone and email
Understanding customer requirements and recommending suitable storage solutions
Maintain commercial awareness of competitors to improve store performance
Full ownership of the day-to-day running of the store
Ensure you take accountability for all aspects of store performance and team developmentPhysical requirements:
Some light physical activity is involved, such as moving equipment and carrying out store checks. Full training and equipment are provided.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
Leads by example
Has excellent leadership and communication skills
Is highly organised and able to multi task
Is at ease making decsions
Can demonstrate good commercial awareness
Enjoys helping people and providing excellent customer service
Thrives working as part of a team and supporting their team to succeed
Is proactive, positive and has a can-do attitude
Takes pride in maintaining high standards
Could This Be the Right Role for You?
Ask yourself:
Do you enjoy inspiring and motivating a team?
Do you enjoy talking to customers and finding solutions to their needs?
Are you looking for a role with predictable hours and genuine work-life balance?
Would you like clear opportunities for training and career progression?
Do you enjoy working in a supportive team environment?
Are you motivated by bonuses and rewards for success?
Do you want a role that combines customer service with variety and responsibility?If so, we'd love to hear from you.
About The Organisation
We believe great talent comes from all backgrounds and experiences. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to build a successful and rewarding career.
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, disability, caring responsibilities or background.
If you require any adjustments or additional support at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we'll do our best to accommodate your needs.
We also encourage neurodivergent candidates to tell us about any adjustments that would help them perform at their best during the application or interview process. This could include additional time for assessments, advance information about the interview format or adjustments to the interview environment. We are committed to providing a fair and supportive recruitment experience and ensuring every candidate has the opportunity to demonstrate their skills, experience and potential
Salary description
£36120.00 - £36120.00 per year