37 hrs per week; Sun 10:00 - 16:30; Mon 08:45 - 17:15; Wed 11:45 - 20:15; Thu 08:45 - 17:15; Fri 11:45 - 20:15
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, challenging but ultimately rewarding. People are at the heart of what we do, so your experience in leading, coaching and motivating a high‑performing team will be crucial to your success. You can count on us to invest in your personal development from day one. Flexible working options are available.
Job Description
As an Assistant Store Manager you will maximise sales, drive efficiencies and achieve performance targets by leading and inspiring your team. This role is fast paced and rewarding, with a focus on excellent customer service, commercial and operational excellence.
About the Role
* Support the Store Manager in managing and inspiring your team, stepping up to cover the store when needed.
* Create an atmosphere where delivering amazing service, achieving performance targets and accurate stock processes are at the core.
* Demonstrate a hands‑on approach for all operational and commercial activities by working alongside the team.
* Ensure communication is up‑to‑date and accurate at all times to meet business needs.
We’ll offer amazing benefits (see list further below).
About You
* You are passionate about our customers, our people and our products. This passion and energetic approach inspire others, creating a great working atmosphere and team spirit.
* You have exceptional commercial understanding and know how to create a fantastic shopping experience for our customers.
* You are a team player who works best in a results‑driven, fast‑paced and challenging environment. You adapt to change quickly and can successfully bring the rest of the team on board with new objectives.
* You are a great communicator and can work naturally with people at all levels. You remain calm and approachable even under pressure, always realistic with your expectations of others.
* You confidently problem‑solve, make sound business decisions, challenge processes and generate innovative ideas to drive the business forward.
* You have experience in leading and coaching a high‑performing team and effectively dealing with people issues.
* As an effective multi‑tasker you can plan, organise and prioritise your workload.
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 one we would typically consider for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route due to the Home Office requirements on skills level. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without next sponsorship.
What’s Next
Press the apply button now to start your application. Once you have applied, we will initially consider your skills and experience. If you match our criteria we will be in touch to arrange a telephone or video interview to learn more about your job history and you as a person. The next stage would be a store assessment. You must not have had an unsuccessful application for a similar role in the past 6 months.
About Us
Next is a FTSE‑100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We are the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we are the market leader. We have over 500 stores plus an online presence, and you can buy online from over 70 countries worldwide.
About The Team
* Fantastic rewards for doing a great job and achieving great results.
* 25% off most NEXT, MADE, Lipsy, Gap and Victoria's Secret products (*when purchased through NEXT).
* 10% off most partner brands & 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 through our online benefits platform.
* Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops.
* Access to a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services.
* Life assurance.
* Discounted health plans for you and your family.
* Financial wellbeing – Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing.
* Apprenticeship – earn, learn and gain a qualification (England stores only).
* Direct to Work – discount online and in‑store, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or a local store.
* Support Networks – access 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. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long‑term condition, feel free to get in touch by email at careers@next.co.uk (please include "Workplace Adjustments" in the subject line), or call us on 0116 479 2223 / 0044 116 479 2223 (line opening times are Monday to Thursday 9am – 5pm; Friday 9am – 4.45pm; Saturday 9am – 5pm & Sunday 9am – 4pm, excluding bank holidays).
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