Assistant Store Manager – Exeter Exebridge (N118285)
Team: Retail
Location: Exeter
Contract: Permanent
Job Schedule: Full time
Salary: From £29,430
About the Role
To be an effective Assistant Store Manager you will maximise sales, drive efficiencies and achieve performance targets by leading and inspiring your team to be their best. Every day will be varied, fast‑paced and challenging but ultimately rewarding. People are at the heart of what we do; therefore, your experience in leading, coaching and motivating a high‑performing team will be crucial to your success. You will support the Store Manager, step up when needed, create an atmosphere of excellent service and accurate stock processes, and demonstrate a hands‑on approach for all operational and commercial activities.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Store Manager in managing and inspiring the team and stepping up to cover the store when needed.
* Create an environment where delivering amazing service, achieving performance targets and accurate stock processes are central.
* Take a hands‑on approach for all operational and commercial activities by working alongside the team.
* Ensure communication is up‑to‑date and accurate to meet business needs.
About You
* Passionate about customers, people and products, and inspires others, fostering a great working atmosphere.
* Exceptional commercial understanding and ability to create a fantastic shopping experience.
* Team player who thrives in a results‑driven, fast‑paced, challenging environment and adapts quickly to change.
* Excellent communicator who stays calm and approachable even under pressure.
* Confident problem solver, makes sound business decisions, challenges processes and generates innovative ideas.
* Experienced in leading and coaching a high‑performing team and handling people issues effectively.
* Effective multi‑tasker able to plan, organise and prioritise workload.
Right to Work
In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This role is not typically considered for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. Candidates are encouraged to confirm their own right to work options without sponsorship.
Shifts You Are Applying For
38.5 hrs per week – Sun 09:00–17:00; Mon 08:45–17:15; Wed 11:45–20:15; Thu 08:45–17:15; Fri 11:45–20:15.
Benefits
* Fantastic rewards for exceptional performance.
* 25% off most NEXT, MADE, Lipsy, Gap and Victoria’s Secret products (when purchased through NEXT).
* 10% off most partner brands and up to 15% off branded beauty.
* Sharesave scheme.
* 60% off a generous (optional) working wardrobe allowance (minimum 6‑week contract).
* Early VIP access to sale stock.
* Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers via online benefits platform.
* Discounts at staff shops.
* Digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services.
* Life assurance.
* Discounted health plan for you and your family.
* Financial wellbeing resources.
* Apprenticeship opportunities (England stores only).
* Direct to Work – discount online and in‑store, collect items next day for free from your place of work or local store.
* Support networks – access to network groups to empower and celebrate each other.
* Wellhub – discounted flexible monthly gym memberships with apps, PT sessions and more.
* Conditions apply to all benefits; they are discretionary and subject to change.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
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