- Salary
- Competitive
- Location
- Salisbury
- Hours
- Full-time
- Pattern
- 5 days per week
- Work style
- On-site
Are you an experienced retail professional with a passion for customer service and luxury products? Do you enjoy leading by example, motivating a team, and driving sales performance?
We are recruiting for a Retail Assistant Manager to join a premium retail business in Salisbury. Working closely with the Store Manager, you will support the day-to-day running of the store, lead the team on the shop floor, and help deliver an exceptional customer experience.
This role would suit someone from a luxury retail, jewellery, fashion, boutique, homeware, or premium customer service background who is looking to take the next step in their retail management career.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Store Manager in the day-to-day running of the store
- Lead and motivate the sales team to achieve sales targets and deliver excellent customer service
- Take responsibility for the store in the Manager’s absence
- Conduct daily team briefings and communicate store KPIs
- Monitor sales performance and identify opportunities to maximise results
- Maintain high standards of visual merchandising and store presentation
- Delegate tasks effectively and support team development
- Handle escalated customer enquiries and complaints professionally
- Assist with deliveries, stock management, and administrative duties
- Ensure company security procedures are followed at all times
- Contribute ideas to improve store performance, customer experience, and team engagement
Skills & Experience Required
- Previous experience as an Assistant Manager, Supervisor, Team Leader, or Senior Sales Advisor within a retail environment
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and support a team
- Experience working towards sales targets and KPIs
- Luxury retail or consultative one-to-one sales experience would be advantageous
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Confident making decisions and taking initiative in a busy retail environment
- Positive, professional, and customer-focused approach
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- 20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Full-time position working 5 days per week
- One fixed weekday off plus Sunday
- Working hours: 8:45am – 5:10pm
- Opportunity to work with a respected luxury retail brand
- Supportive team environment
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If you’re looking for a Retail Assistant Manager Job in Salisbury and have experience in luxury retail, premium sales, or customer-focused retail management, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to take the next step in your retail career.
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