Branch Manager Trainee

Branch Manager Trainee
Location: Bristol
Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum
Role: Full Time | Permanent

Looking to take the next step into management?

If you're currently leading a team in retail, hospitality, leisure or another fast-paced customer-focused environment, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

We're looking for an ambitious Branch Manager Trainee who wants more responsibility, genuine career progression and the chance to develop into a Branch Manager. You don't need experience in this industry – what matters is your ability to lead people, deliver outstanding customer service and thrive in a busy operational environment.

This is a hands-on Branch Manager Trainee position where you'll learn every aspect of running a successful branch. From leading a team and driving sales to managing day-to-day operations and delivering an exceptional customer experience, you'll receive structured training while taking on increasing responsibility as your confidence grows.

The Role As a Branch Manager Trainee, you'll work alongside experienced managers to develop the commercial, operational and leadership skills needed to run your own branch in the future.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting the day-to-day running of a busy branch
Leading, motivating and developing a customer-facing team
Delivering outstanding customer service and resolving customer queries
Managing bookings, administration and operational activity
Monitoring branch performance, workflow and service standards
Driving sales and identifying opportunities to grow revenue
Building lasting relationships with customers
Maintaining high standards of health & safety, compliance and presentation
Learning how to manage branch performance, profitability and commercial decisions
Taking on greater responsibility as part of your development programmeWhat We're Looking For We're interested in people who enjoy leading teams and making things happen.

You'll ideally have experience in a leadership role such as:

Team Manager
Trading Manager
Shift Manager
Department Manager
Assistant Manager
Duty Manager
Supervisor ready for the next stepExperience within supermarkets, retail, hospitality, leisure, food retail or any other fast-paced customer-facing environment would be highly relevant.

You'll also have:

A passion for delivering excellent customer service
Strong leadership and communication skills
A positive, proactive attitude
Commercial awareness and a desire to achieve results
The ability to work at pace while managing multiple priorities
A genuine ambition to build a long-term management career
A Full UK Driving LicenceWhat You'll Receive
Salary up to £35,000 per annum
Structured training and ongoing coaching
Hands-on learning across every area of branch management
Clear career progression into a Branch Manager position
Increasing responsibility as you develop
A supportive leadership team committed to your successIf you're ready to take the next step and build a long-term management career, we'd love to hear from you. This Branch Manager Trainee opportunity offers genuine progression, real responsibility and the chance to become a future Branch Manager within a successful and growing business.

This role is handled by McCarthy Recruitment, an award-winning multi-sector recruiter. We believe that you matter and care about unlocking your full potential. Work with us to find your perfect role and start your journey today.

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