Assistant Store Manager - Newbridge

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Assistant Store Manager for our Newbridge location in County Kildare, Ireland. This role involves supporting the Store Manager to maximize sales, enhance operational efficiency, and meet performance targets through effective leadership and motivation of the team. The position requires a dynamic, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced and demanding retail environment.

Work Schedule

The working hours for this role are 38.5 hours per week with shifts on Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, specifically: Sunday from 10:15 to 18:15, Monday from 10:45 to 19:15, Wednesday from 08:45 to 17:15, Thursday from 12:45 to 21:15, and Friday from 08:45 to 17:15.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in leading and inspiring the team, including stepping in to manage the store when required.
• Create a culture focused on outstanding customer service, achieving sales targets, and maintaining precise stock control within a commercial, safe, and efficient operational setting.
• Adopt a hands-on management style by actively participating in daily operations and commercial activities alongside the team.
• Ensure communication throughout the store is accurate and timely to meet business demands.

Candidate Profile

• A strong passion for customer service, people development, and product knowledge that energizes and motivates the team.
• Excellent commercial acumen to deliver a superior shopping experience.
• A collaborative team player who excels in a results-driven, fast-moving environment and adapts quickly to change while bringing the team along with new goals.
• Outstanding communication skills, able to engage effectively with individuals at all levels, maintaining composure and approachability under pressure.
• Ability to resolve issues confidently, make strategic business choices, challenge existing processes constructively, and foster innovation to drive growth.
• Experience in leading and coaching high performing teams and handling people management challenges professionally.
• Effective multitasker capable of planning, organizing, and prioritizing workload efficiently.

Benefits

• Attractive rewards linked to performance and achievements.
• 25% discount on most NEXT, MADE, Lipsy, Gap, and Victoria's Secret products purchased through the company.
• Additional discounts (10% to 15%) on partner brands and branded beauty products.
• Generous optional working wardrobe allowance with 60% discount on workwear.
• Early VIP access to sales.
• Exclusive deals via an online benefits platform from over 3,500 retailers.
• Access to free health and wellbeing services.
• Life assurance coverage.
• Availability of discounted health plans for employees and their families.
• Participation in supportive network groups to foster empowerment and celebration among employees.

Additional Information

Candidates must not have applied unsuccessfully for a similar position within the last six months. Our organization is committed to supporting all applicants during the hiring process and offers reasonable workplace adjustments for individuals with disabilities or long-term conditions. For assistance, candidates may contact the careers team by email or telephone during specified hours.

Company Overview

Our company is a prominent FTSE-100 retailer with over 44,000 employees and more than 450 stores globally, known as the UK's second-largest fashion retailer and market leader in Kidswear. We operate extensively through both physical locations and an online platform serving customers worldwide.