Assistant Retail Manager (12-Month Maternity Cover)
Organisation: Dalkeith Country Park
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 (dependent on skills and experience)
What we do? With 1,000 acres of history, walks, wellness, shopping, food and adventure, all in a beautiful setting just a few miles from Edinburgh, Dalkeith Country Park is enjoyed and valued by locals and visitors from afar. Whether in search of adventure, play, thrills, food, shopping or restoration, we have something for all. Our store is a beautifully curated emporium where customers love our hand-picked collections of fashion and beauty, are inspired by our homeware ranges, and tempted by the wide selection of quality food and drink within the Food Hall.
The role? As Assistant Retail Manager, you will support the Retail & Buying Manager with management of daily retail operations and leading the team to deliver excellent customer service, drive sales, and achieve budgeted targets. You will monitor store performance on an ongoing basis and ensure our store is tidy and organised with products merchandised effectively. This is a 12-month maternity cover ideally starting in October 2025, and presents an exciting opportunity to gain experience in a unique country park setting.
The person? Target driven, creative, with an eye for good design and knowledge of retail trends, you will be a natural organiser with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service. Candidates must be able to lead and motivate a diverse team and should have relevant experience in a fast-paced environment selling quality lifestyle products.
Why work for us? We offer excellent benefits including private health cover, six weeks of holiday, gym and shopping discounts, cycle to work scheme, and wellbeing related support and resources. In addition, you will be eligible for a contract completion bonus of £500.
How to apply? Please visit our website at www.buccleuch.com/work-with-us/ and click on ‘download information pack’ under the relevant job title for more detail on the role and how to apply. If you decide that this is the role for you, click on ‘Apply Now’ and remember to include a covering letter along with your CV.
The closing date for applications is 7 August
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Application Deadline: Thursday 07/08/2025
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