<dt class="rm-fieldTitle">Description</dt><dd class="rm-fieldData"><p data-start="113" data-end="173"><strong data-start="113" data-end="173">Assistant Manager | Southampton | Retail | £28,000 + Bonus</strong></p><p data-start="175" data-end="432">Are you an experienced <em data-start="198" data-end="217">Assistant Manager</em> with a passion for delivering exceptional <em data-start="260" data-end="268">retail</em> experiences? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business in Southampton, where your leadership will help shape the success of a high-performing store.</p><p data-start="434" data-end="618">This is a fantastic opportunity for a <em data-start="472" data-end="498">Retail Assistant Manager</em> who thrives in a customer-focused environment and is looking to take the next step in their <em data-start="591" data-end="610">retail management</em> career.</p><p data-start="620" data-end="640"><strong data-start="620" data-end="640">What's on offer:</strong></p><ul data-start="642" data-end="1029"><li data-start="642" data-end="673"><p data-start="644" data-end="673">Salary of £28,000 per annum</p></li><li data-start="674" data-end="710"><p data-start="676" data-end="710">Performance-related bonus scheme</p></li><li data-start="711" data-end="770"><p data-start="713" data-end="770">Generous staff discount across a wide range of products</p></li><li data-start="771" data-end="850"><p data-start="773" data-end="850">33 days annual leave including bank holidays, with options to purchase more</p></li><li data-start="851" data-end="895"><p data-start="853" data-end="895">Pension scheme and private medical cover</p></li><li data-start="896" data-end="952"><p data-start="898" data-end="952">Access to a variety of lifestyle and wellbeing perks</p></li><li data-start="953" data-end="1029"><p data-start="955" data-end="1029">Opportunities for progression within a supportive, inclusive environment</p></li></ul><p data-start="1031" data-end="1073"><strong data-start="1031" data-end="1073">The Role - Assistant Manager:</strong></p><p data-start="1075" data-end="1396">As an <em data-start="1081" data-end="1100">Assistant Manager</em>, you'll support the Store Manager in driving store performance and leading the team to success. You'll be responsible for ensuring the day-to-day operations run smoothly, while maintaining a strong focus on <em data-start="1308" data-end="1337">customer service excellence</em>, <em data-start="1339" data-end="1357">sales leadership</em>, and <em data-start="1363" data-end="1385">visual merchandising</em> standards.</p><p data-start="1398" data-end="1423"><strong data-start="1398" data-end="1423">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul data-start="1425" data-end="1986"><li data-start="1425" data-end="1492"><p data-start="1427" data-end="1492">Support all aspects of store operations and <em data-start="1471" data-end="1490">retail management</em></p></li><li data-start="1493" data-end="1554"><p data-start="1495" data-end="1554">Drive and lead the team to achieve sales targets and KPIs</p></li><li data-start="1555" data-end="1628"><p data-start="1557" data-end="1628">Deliver consistent <em data-start="1576" data-end="1605">customer service excellence</em> throughout the store</p></li><li data-start="1629" data-end="1716"><p data-start="1631" data-end="1716">Lead and inspire a team through effective <em data-start="1673" data-end="1690">team management</em>, training, and coaching</p></li><li data-start="1717" data-end="1824"><p data-start="1719" data-end="1824">Ensure the store is commercially strong through exceptional <em data-start="1779" data-end="1801">visual merchandising</em> and stock management</p></li><li data-start="1825" data-end="1923"><p data-start="1827" data-end="1923">Take ownership of operational processes including <em data-start="1877" data-end="1897">P&L responsibility</em>, compliance, and audits</p></li><li data-start="1924" data-end="1986"><p data-start="1926" data-end="1986">Assist with <em data-start="1938" data-end="1964">recruitment and training</em> of new team members</p></li></ul><p data-start="1988" data-end="2002"><strong data-start="1988" data-end="2002">About You:</strong></p><p data-start="2004" data-end="2281">To succeed in this <em data-start="2023" data-end="2042">Assistant Manager</em> role, you will need a strong background in <em data-start="2086" data-end="2094">retail</em>, ideally in fashion, sports, or outdoor sectors. You'll have excellent communication and leadership skills, a hands-on approach, and a passion for creating an engaging store environment.</p><p data-start="2283" data-end="2315">We are looking for someone with:</p><ul data-start="2317" data-end="2646"><li data-start="2317" data-end="2402"><p data-start="2319" data-end="2402">Previous experience as an <em data-start="2345" data-end="2364">Assistant Manager</em> or Supervisor in a <em data-start="2384" data-end="2392">retail</em> setting</p></li><li data-start="2403" data-end="2463"><p data-start="2405" data-end="2463">Proven success in <em data-start="2423" data-end="2441">sales leadership</em> and team motivation</p></li><li data-start="2464" data-end="2524"><p data-start="2466" data-end="2524">A customer-first mindset and excellent service standards</p></li><li data-start="2525" data-end="2582"><p data-start="2527" data-end="2582">Strong commercial awareness and a keen eye for detail</p></li><li data-start="2583" data-end="2646"><p data-start="2585" data-end="2646">A passion for coaching, development, and people performance</p></li></ul><p data-start="2648" data-end="2849">This <em data-start="2653" data-end="2672">Assistant Manager</em> opportunity is perfect for someone ready to progress their <em data-start="2732" data-end="2751">retail management</em> journey, with the support of a business that values ambition, development, and strong leadership.</p><p data-start="2851" data-end="2901">Apply today to explore your next step in <em data-start="2892" data-end="2900">retail</em>.</p><p data-start="2903" data-end="2982"><em data-start="2903" data-end="2982">Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy.</em></p><p data-start="2903" data-end="2982"><strong><em data-start="2903" data-end="2982">BBBH33192</em></strong></p></dd>