Assistant Store Manager

  • Olympus Recruitment
  • Byfleet, Surrey
  • Mar 25, 2026
Full time Retail

Job Description

Assistant Store Manager

Location: Surrey Area

£28,000 £29,000 basic + bonus (OTE)

Full-time, Permanent

Are you a driven retail or sales professional ready to step up into management? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where you can directly influence sales, customer experience, and team success?

We re recruiting for an Assistant Store Manager to join a thriving and growing business. This is a fantastic opportunity to build your leadership career while earning a competitive salary with realistic bonus potential.

The Role

As Assistant Store Manager, you ll play a key role in supporting the Store Manager with the day-to-day running of the site. You ll take ownership of sales performance, lead by example on customer service, and help drive operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Commercial Focus

  • Maximise revenue by converting enquiries into customers
  • Promote additional products and services to increase spend per customer
  • Support the team in achieving and exceeding sales targets
  • Maintain a strong focus on profitability

Customer Experience

  • Deliver outstanding service across all touchpoints
  • Provide tailored solutions based on customer needs
  • Handle queries professionally and efficiently
  • Set the standard for service excellence within the team

Operations & Compliance

  • Support daily administration, reporting, and financial processes
  • Maintain high standards of health & safety and security
  • Ensure the store is clean, well-presented, and fully operational
  • Monitor stock and merchandise sales

Team Leadership

  • Coach, motivate, and develop team members
  • Support training and performance management
  • Step up to lead the store in the Manager s absence

What We re Looking For

  • Experience in retail, sales, or a customer-facing leadership role
  • Target-driven with a strong commercial mindset
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Highly organised with the ability to prioritise effectively
  • Positive, proactive, and hands-on approach

What s in it for You?

  • £28,000 £29,000 basic salary
  • Monthly bonus with realistic OTE up to £33,000
  • Clear progression opportunities within a growing business
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Supportive, team-focused culture
  • 28 Days Holiday- increasing with service

If you re ready to take the next step in your career and want a role where your performance is recognised and rewarded, apply today.

Apply now to find out more!