Assistant Shop Manager

6 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Octavia Full time

The retail division of Octavia is undergoing a period of significant growth, driven by the appointment of a new Head of Retail and Area Manager. This has created an opportunity for an Assistant Shop Manager to join our team at the Askew Road shop.

Our charity retail shops play a vital role in generating a sustainable source of income to support Octavia's community work. As a local charity, we are committed to supporting local people and are seeking motivated and passionate individuals to contribute to our ambitious plans.

If you have experience working in charity retail or high street retail, this could be an exciting opportunity for you. As an Assistant Shop Manager, you will support the Shop Manager in the day-to-day running of the shop, including:

  • Displaying donated stock in a visually appealing manner to create a high-end shop feel and maximize sales
  • Achieving agreed sales targets and ensuring the shop operates within budget
  • Stepping up as Shop Manager when required, attending meetings, and taking on necessary management duties
  • Reporting any maintenance issues promptly to the shop manager or Retail department

We are looking for someone with:

  • Experience working in a charity retail shop or high street retail environment
  • Commercial awareness and the ability to create a customer journey to the highest level
  • Ability to create high-end visual displays and shop layouts
  • At least two years' previous experience in a retail environment

This is a 35-hour per week role with an annual salary of £22,842, plus excellent benefits, including up to 10% pension contributions and the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative team. Our shops are open Monday to Sunday, and you will share the responsibility of opening the shop with your Shop Manager.


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