In this incredibly varied role, you'll help manage a store that's better and more successful than ever before. You'll take real pride in maximising sales, ensuring great customer service, minimising costs and optimising operational efficiency. There's real responsibility too. In the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager, you'll be fully in charge of the store, gaining valuable ex click apply for full job details
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
In this incredibly varied role, you'll help manage a store that's better and more successful than ever before. You'll take real pride in maximising sales, ensuring great customer service, minimising costs and optimising operational efficiency. There's real responsibility too. In the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager, you'll be fully in charge of the store, gaining valuable ex click apply for full job details
Vacancy Specification In this incredibly varied role, you'll help manage a store that's better and more successful than ever before. You'll take real pride in maximising sales, ensuring great customer service, minimising costs and optimising operational efficiency. There's real responsibility too. In the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager, you'll be fully in charge of the store, gaining valuable experience to help you take your next step in management. It means you'll tackle everything from ordering stock to training employees, and from checking product displays to delivering sales targets. It feels great to be part of a business that does things its own way and achieves fantastic results while doing so. You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Vacancy Specification In this incredibly varied role, you'll help manage a store that's better and more successful than ever before. You'll take real pride in maximising sales, ensuring great customer service, minimising costs and optimising operational efficiency. There's real responsibility too. In the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager, you'll be fully in charge of the store, gaining valuable experience to help you take your next step in management. It means you'll tackle everything from ordering stock to training employees, and from checking product displays to delivering sales targets. It feels great to be part of a business that does things its own way and achieves fantastic results while doing so. You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store.
Store Manager / Retail Manager Dungannon Competitive Salary Are you an experienced retail leader ready to take the next step in your career? At Poundstretcher, we're more than just a discount retailer. We are a fast-paced, customer-focused business where our Store Managers play a key role in driving performance, developing teams, and delivering an excellent shopping experience for our customers. As a Store Manager, you will lead, motivate, and inspire your team to achieve outstanding store standards, maximise sales, and create a welcoming environment for both customers and colleagues. What You'll Be Doing Leading the day-to-day operation of the store and ensuring excellent customer service. Driving sales performance and delivering store targets and KPIs. Recruiting, developing, and coaching colleagues to achieve their full potential. Managing stock, costs, and store profitability. Maintaining high standards of merchandising, compliance, and Health & Safety. Creating a positive and engaging team culture. Using data and commercial insight to identify opportunities and improve performance. What We're Looking For Previous experience as a Store Manager, Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager, Duty Manager, or similar retail management role. Strong leadership and people management skills. A commercial mindset with the ability to drive sales and profitability. Excellent communication and coaching abilities. A proactive, resilient, and customer-focused approach. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment. What We Offer We recognise and reward the hard work of our colleagues and offer a range of benefits, including: 10% colleague discount, with enhanced discount events throughout the year. 28 days annual leave including bank holidays, increasing with service up to 33 days. People's Pension scheme. Life Assurance. Access to My Staff Shop, offering discounts and vouchers from hundreds of national and local retailers. Opportunities for career development and progression within the business. Why Join Poundstretcher? This is an opportunity to take ownership of your store, lead a great team, and make a real impact on business performance. If you are passionate about retail, enjoy leading people, and are driven by results, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Poundstretcher team.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Store Manager / Retail Manager Dungannon Competitive Salary Are you an experienced retail leader ready to take the next step in your career? At Poundstretcher, we're more than just a discount retailer. We are a fast-paced, customer-focused business where our Store Managers play a key role in driving performance, developing teams, and delivering an excellent shopping experience for our customers. As a Store Manager, you will lead, motivate, and inspire your team to achieve outstanding store standards, maximise sales, and create a welcoming environment for both customers and colleagues. What You'll Be Doing Leading the day-to-day operation of the store and ensuring excellent customer service. Driving sales performance and delivering store targets and KPIs. Recruiting, developing, and coaching colleagues to achieve their full potential. Managing stock, costs, and store profitability. Maintaining high standards of merchandising, compliance, and Health & Safety. Creating a positive and engaging team culture. Using data and commercial insight to identify opportunities and improve performance. What We're Looking For Previous experience as a Store Manager, Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager, Duty Manager, or similar retail management role. Strong leadership and people management skills. A commercial mindset with the ability to drive sales and profitability. Excellent communication and coaching abilities. A proactive, resilient, and customer-focused approach. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment. What We Offer We recognise and reward the hard work of our colleagues and offer a range of benefits, including: 10% colleague discount, with enhanced discount events throughout the year. 28 days annual leave including bank holidays, increasing with service up to 33 days. People's Pension scheme. Life Assurance. Access to My Staff Shop, offering discounts and vouchers from hundreds of national and local retailers. Opportunities for career development and progression within the business. Why Join Poundstretcher? This is an opportunity to take ownership of your store, lead a great team, and make a real impact on business performance. If you are passionate about retail, enjoy leading people, and are driven by results, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Poundstretcher team.
Vacancy Specification As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, you'll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. You'll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role. Key Responsibilities • Running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager • Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations • Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs • Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently • Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits • Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained Skills & Experience • Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments • Skilled in time management and cost control • Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently • Strong customer service and compliance skills • Previous Store Management experience is a plus but not essential Our Benefits • An additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the store • A flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week • 28 days annual leave including bank holidays • 26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave • Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi career • Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals
Jun 14, 2026
Full time
Vacancy Specification As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, you'll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. You'll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role. Key Responsibilities • Running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager • Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations • Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs • Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently • Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits • Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained Skills & Experience • Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments • Skilled in time management and cost control • Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently • Strong customer service and compliance skills • Previous Store Management experience is a plus but not essential Our Benefits • An additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the store • A flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week • 28 days annual leave including bank holidays • 26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave • Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi career • Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals
You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store. As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, you'll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. You'll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role. Key Responsibilities • Running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager• Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations• Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs• Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently• Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits• Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained Skills & Experience • Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments• Skilled in time management and cost control• Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently• Strong customer service and compliance skills• Previous Store Management experience is a plus but not essential Our Benefits • An additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the store• A flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays• 26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave• Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi career• Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals
Jun 14, 2026
Full time
You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store. As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, you'll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. You'll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role. Key Responsibilities • Running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager• Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations• Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs• Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently• Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits• Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained Skills & Experience • Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments• Skilled in time management and cost control• Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently• Strong customer service and compliance skills• Previous Store Management experience is a plus but not essential Our Benefits • An additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the store• A flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays• 26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave• Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi career• Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals
You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store. In this incredibly varied role, you'll help manage a store that's better and more successful than ever before.You'll take real pride in maximising sales, ensuring great customer service, minimising costs and optimising operational efficiency. There's real responsibility too. In the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager, you'll be fully in charge of the store, gaining valuable experience to help you take your next step in management. It means you'll tackle everything from ordering stock to training employees, and from checking product displays to delivering sales targets. It feels great to be part of a business that does things its own way and achieves fantastic results while doing so.You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store.
Jun 14, 2026
Full time
You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store. In this incredibly varied role, you'll help manage a store that's better and more successful than ever before.You'll take real pride in maximising sales, ensuring great customer service, minimising costs and optimising operational efficiency. There's real responsibility too. In the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager, you'll be fully in charge of the store, gaining valuable experience to help you take your next step in management. It means you'll tackle everything from ordering stock to training employees, and from checking product displays to delivering sales targets. It feels great to be part of a business that does things its own way and achieves fantastic results while doing so.You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store.
You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store. As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, you'll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. You'll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role. Key Responsibilities • Running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager• Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations• Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs• Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently• Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits• Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained Skills & Experience • Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments• Skilled in time management and cost control• Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently• Strong customer service and compliance skills• Previous Store Management experience is a plus but not essential Our Benefits • An additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the store• A flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays• 26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave• Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi career• Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals
Jun 14, 2026
Full time
You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store. As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, you'll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. You'll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role. Key Responsibilities • Running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager• Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations• Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs• Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently• Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits• Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained Skills & Experience • Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments• Skilled in time management and cost control• Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently• Strong customer service and compliance skills• Previous Store Management experience is a plus but not essential Our Benefits • An additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the store• A flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays• 26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave• Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi career• Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals
Vacancy Specification As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, you'll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. You'll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role. Key Responsibilities • Running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager • Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations • Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs • Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently • Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits • Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained Skills & Experience • Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments • Skilled in time management and cost control • Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently • Strong customer service and compliance skills • Previous Store Management experience is a plus but not essential Our Benefits • An additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the store • A flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week • 28 days annual leave including bank holidays • 26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave • Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi career • Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals
Jun 14, 2026
Full time
Vacancy Specification As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, you'll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. You'll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role. Key Responsibilities • Running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager • Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations • Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs • Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently • Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits • Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained Skills & Experience • Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments • Skilled in time management and cost control • Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently • Strong customer service and compliance skills • Previous Store Management experience is a plus but not essential Our Benefits • An additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the store • A flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week • 28 days annual leave including bank holidays • 26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave • Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi career • Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals
You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store. As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, you'll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. You'll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role. Key Responsibilities • Running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager• Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations• Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs• Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently• Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits• Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained Skills & Experience • Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments• Skilled in time management and cost control• Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently• Strong customer service and compliance skills• Previous Store Management experience is a plus but not essential Our Benefits • An additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the store• A flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays• 26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave• Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi career• Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store. As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, you'll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. You'll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role. Key Responsibilities • Running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager• Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations• Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs• Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently• Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits• Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained Skills & Experience • Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments• Skilled in time management and cost control• Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently• Strong customer service and compliance skills• Previous Store Management experience is a plus but not essential Our Benefits • An additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the store• A flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays• 26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave• Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi career• Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals
Vacancy Specification As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, you'll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. You'll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role. Key Responsibilities • Running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager • Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations • Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs • Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently • Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits • Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained Skills & Experience • Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments • Skilled in time management and cost control • Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently • Strong customer service and compliance skills • Previous Store Management experience is a plus but not essential Our Benefits • An additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the store • A flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week • 28 days annual leave including bank holidays • 26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave • Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi career • Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Vacancy Specification As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, you'll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. You'll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role. Key Responsibilities • Running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager • Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations • Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs • Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently • Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits • Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained Skills & Experience • Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments • Skilled in time management and cost control • Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently • Strong customer service and compliance skills • Previous Store Management experience is a plus but not essential Our Benefits • An additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the store • A flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week • 28 days annual leave including bank holidays • 26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave • Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi career • Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals
Vacancy Specification In this incredibly varied role, you'll help manage a store that's better and more successful than ever before. You'll take real pride in maximising sales, ensuring great customer service, minimising costs and optimising operational efficiency. There's real responsibility too. In the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager, you'll be fully in charge of the store, gaining valuable experience to help you take your next step in management. It means you'll tackle everything from ordering stock to training employees, and from checking product displays to delivering sales targets. It feels great to be part of a business that does things its own way and achieves fantastic results while doing so. You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Vacancy Specification In this incredibly varied role, you'll help manage a store that's better and more successful than ever before. You'll take real pride in maximising sales, ensuring great customer service, minimising costs and optimising operational efficiency. There's real responsibility too. In the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager, you'll be fully in charge of the store, gaining valuable experience to help you take your next step in management. It means you'll tackle everything from ordering stock to training employees, and from checking product displays to delivering sales targets. It feels great to be part of a business that does things its own way and achieves fantastic results while doing so. You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store.
Vacancy Specification As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, you'll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. You'll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role. Key Responsibilities • Running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager • Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations • Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs • Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently • Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits • Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained Skills & Experience • Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments • Skilled in time management and cost control • Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently • Strong customer service and compliance skills • Previous Store Management experience is a plus but not essential Our Benefits • An additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the store • A flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week • 28 days annual leave including bank holidays • 26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave • Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi career • Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Vacancy Specification As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, you'll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. You'll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role. Key Responsibilities • Running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager • Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations • Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs • Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently • Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits • Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained Skills & Experience • Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments • Skilled in time management and cost control • Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently • Strong customer service and compliance skills • Previous Store Management experience is a plus but not essential Our Benefits • An additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the store • A flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week • 28 days annual leave including bank holidays • 26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave • Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi career • Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals
Deputy Head of Hair & Beauty (1FTE with Saturdays) LCBT - London College of Beauty Therapy (part of Education for Industry Group EFI) Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (1FTE, 40 hours per week) Working Pattern: 5 days per week, including Saturdays. Working Days: Tuesday to Saturday (8.30am - 5.30pm) LCBT, 3-5 Fashion Street, London, E1 6PX About EFI Group EFI Group has a bold mission to transform lives, careers and industries through pioneering, industry-led education in fashion, beauty and apprenticeships. Our vision is to deliver exceptional learning experiences, driven by innovation, inclusion, employability, and excellence. About LCBT The London College of Beauty Therapy (LCBT) is London's No.1 beauty college, founded in 1995 to provide specialist education in beauty, hair and makeup. We offer a route into the industry for hundreds of aspiring beauty professionals every year and have trained thousands of graduates now working across the sector in spas, salons, hotels, cruise ships, TV and film, beauty retail and running their own businesses. About the role The London College of Beauty Therapy is seeking a Deputy Head of Hair and Beauty to lead its Hair and Beauty curriculum within Further Education. This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced and forward-thinking professional to drive excellence in teaching, learning, and student outcomes, ensuring provision is innovative, inclusive, and aligned to both industry standards and workforce needs. Reporting to the Head of Hair and Beauty and the Director of Further Education, you will provide academic and operational leadership across Hair and Beauty programmes, with responsibility for curriculum quality, development, and impact. You will lead and develop a team of Programme Managers and Lecturers, promoting high-quality teaching practice, continuous improvement, and a strong culture of excellence. A key aspect of the role will also be strengthening employer partnerships to enhance student experience, progression, and employability. About you Qualifications: Teaching qualification and/or experience in educational leadership, with a degree or postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject area. Experience: Significant senior leadership experience in education, ideally within FE, HE, or Apprenticeships. Proven track record of improving curriculum quality and learner outcomes, with experience contributing to SARs, QIPs, inspections, or validations. Expertise: Strong understanding of pedagogy, curriculum design, and quality frameworks, with the ability to use data to drive improvement. Knowledge of Ofsted, OfS, and ESFA requirements (desirable), alongside experience in vocational education and employer engagement. Skills: Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams. Excellent communication skills and the ability to stay current in subject expertise and post-16 education. Values: Committed to inclusive, industry-aligned education and raising learner aspirations. If you feel your skills and experience would fit well within our team and you meet many, but not all of our listed qualifications for this role, please apply or get in touch with our Recruitment Team to discuss further. Why The EFI? We foster a culture where our team members can lean on each other, recognise each other, and celebrate together! At EFI, we prioritise your growth and wellbeing with a range of fantastic benefits, including: Funded Professional Qualifications: Support for personal and professional development, including a personal growth allowance of £400 annually, paid for professional qualifications, LinkedIn Learning access and annual CPD. Generous and Flexible Leave Options: A range of enhanced leave options, including birthday and celebration leave. Market-Leading Family-Friendly Pay: Including six months of fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave. Monthly Wellbeing Allowance: Including a customisable monthly wellbeing allowance of £50, and funded counselling/CBT through Education Support Employee Assistant Programme. Pension: We offer a 5% employer pension contribution, supporting you in planning for your future. To explore the full range of our benefits, please click here . Salary: From £48,150 to £52,150 per annum, subject to qualifications and experience How to apply/Next Steps: Click ' Apply for this job ' to submit your application. Closing Date: 8am on Tuesday, 30 June 2026. Interviews/Recruitment Day: Interviews will take place w/c 6 July 2026 in person at London College of Beauty Therapy, 3-5 Fashion Street, London, E1 6PX More Information/Contact us: Click here to download a full job description For more information about the EFI Group, visit our EFI , LCBT websites and refer to the job description. Please contact for further information. The EFI is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Candidates offered positions will be required to undergo thorough safeguarding background checks as a condition of the offer. Thank you for sharing our values and commitment to student safety.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Deputy Head of Hair & Beauty (1FTE with Saturdays) LCBT - London College of Beauty Therapy (part of Education for Industry Group EFI) Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (1FTE, 40 hours per week) Working Pattern: 5 days per week, including Saturdays. Working Days: Tuesday to Saturday (8.30am - 5.30pm) LCBT, 3-5 Fashion Street, London, E1 6PX About EFI Group EFI Group has a bold mission to transform lives, careers and industries through pioneering, industry-led education in fashion, beauty and apprenticeships. Our vision is to deliver exceptional learning experiences, driven by innovation, inclusion, employability, and excellence. About LCBT The London College of Beauty Therapy (LCBT) is London's No.1 beauty college, founded in 1995 to provide specialist education in beauty, hair and makeup. We offer a route into the industry for hundreds of aspiring beauty professionals every year and have trained thousands of graduates now working across the sector in spas, salons, hotels, cruise ships, TV and film, beauty retail and running their own businesses. About the role The London College of Beauty Therapy is seeking a Deputy Head of Hair and Beauty to lead its Hair and Beauty curriculum within Further Education. This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced and forward-thinking professional to drive excellence in teaching, learning, and student outcomes, ensuring provision is innovative, inclusive, and aligned to both industry standards and workforce needs. Reporting to the Head of Hair and Beauty and the Director of Further Education, you will provide academic and operational leadership across Hair and Beauty programmes, with responsibility for curriculum quality, development, and impact. You will lead and develop a team of Programme Managers and Lecturers, promoting high-quality teaching practice, continuous improvement, and a strong culture of excellence. A key aspect of the role will also be strengthening employer partnerships to enhance student experience, progression, and employability. About you Qualifications: Teaching qualification and/or experience in educational leadership, with a degree or postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject area. Experience: Significant senior leadership experience in education, ideally within FE, HE, or Apprenticeships. Proven track record of improving curriculum quality and learner outcomes, with experience contributing to SARs, QIPs, inspections, or validations. Expertise: Strong understanding of pedagogy, curriculum design, and quality frameworks, with the ability to use data to drive improvement. Knowledge of Ofsted, OfS, and ESFA requirements (desirable), alongside experience in vocational education and employer engagement. Skills: Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams. Excellent communication skills and the ability to stay current in subject expertise and post-16 education. Values: Committed to inclusive, industry-aligned education and raising learner aspirations. If you feel your skills and experience would fit well within our team and you meet many, but not all of our listed qualifications for this role, please apply or get in touch with our Recruitment Team to discuss further. Why The EFI? We foster a culture where our team members can lean on each other, recognise each other, and celebrate together! At EFI, we prioritise your growth and wellbeing with a range of fantastic benefits, including: Funded Professional Qualifications: Support for personal and professional development, including a personal growth allowance of £400 annually, paid for professional qualifications, LinkedIn Learning access and annual CPD. Generous and Flexible Leave Options: A range of enhanced leave options, including birthday and celebration leave. Market-Leading Family-Friendly Pay: Including six months of fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave. Monthly Wellbeing Allowance: Including a customisable monthly wellbeing allowance of £50, and funded counselling/CBT through Education Support Employee Assistant Programme. Pension: We offer a 5% employer pension contribution, supporting you in planning for your future. To explore the full range of our benefits, please click here . Salary: From £48,150 to £52,150 per annum, subject to qualifications and experience How to apply/Next Steps: Click ' Apply for this job ' to submit your application. Closing Date: 8am on Tuesday, 30 June 2026. Interviews/Recruitment Day: Interviews will take place w/c 6 July 2026 in person at London College of Beauty Therapy, 3-5 Fashion Street, London, E1 6PX More Information/Contact us: Click here to download a full job description For more information about the EFI Group, visit our EFI , LCBT websites and refer to the job description. Please contact for further information. The EFI is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Candidates offered positions will be required to undergo thorough safeguarding background checks as a condition of the offer. Thank you for sharing our values and commitment to student safety.
Vacancy Specification As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, you'll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. You'll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role. Key Responsibilities • Running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager • Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations • Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs • Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently • Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits • Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained Skills & Experience • Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments • Skilled in time management and cost control • Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently • Strong customer service and compliance skills • Previous Store Management experience is a plus but not essential Our Benefits • An additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the store • A flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week • 28 days annual leave including bank holidays • 26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave • Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi career • Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Vacancy Specification As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, you'll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. You'll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role. Key Responsibilities • Running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager • Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations • Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs • Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently • Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits • Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained Skills & Experience • Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments • Skilled in time management and cost control • Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently • Strong customer service and compliance skills • Previous Store Management experience is a plus but not essential Our Benefits • An additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the store • A flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week • 28 days annual leave including bank holidays • 26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave • Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi career • Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals
You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store. As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, you'll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. You'll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role. Key Responsibilities • Running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager• Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations• Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs• Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently• Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits• Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained Skills & Experience • Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments• Skilled in time management and cost control• Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently• Strong customer service and compliance skills• Previous Store Management experience is a plus but not essential Our Benefits • An additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the store• A flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays• 26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave• Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi career• Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store. As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, you'll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. You'll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role. Key Responsibilities • Running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager• Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations• Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs• Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently• Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits• Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained Skills & Experience • Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments• Skilled in time management and cost control• Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently• Strong customer service and compliance skills• Previous Store Management experience is a plus but not essential Our Benefits • An additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the store• A flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays• 26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave• Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi career• Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals
Are you an ambitious manager looking for a highly autonomous role, where you will take accountability for the centre in the absence of the General Manager? Are you looking for an employer that will invest in you and develop you to a General Manager within twelve to eighteen months? Are you looking for a business that is financially stable and has very exciting growth plans? As a Deputy Manager for our client, you will be at the very centre of the customer and team experience. Taking accountability for the centre in the absence of the General Manager. The role is varied, exciting and challenging. Your responsibilities will range from coaching and mentoring the team on shift, to ensuring the centre is a safe and fun environment for customers. You will be hands on across all areas of the busy centre. Within our clients fast-paced, dynamic world, Deputy Managers are trained across all areas of the centre to support the effective operation of their business. You will support the General Manager with back of house duties, as well as running an exceptional operation front of house. You will be responsible for delivering financial targets and service standards. To be successful you should have: a minimum of eighteen months experience in a customer-facing management role ideally within the leisure, hospitality, or retail industry evidence of delivering on financial targets, driving business and sales a passion for people including experience of coaching and developing your team be fanatical about customer service have ambition for success be willing to work nights and weekends Join our client as an Assistant Manager, in return you'll get: an excellent salary as well as the opportunity to earn an extra £1 per hour, paid to you every month as part of our monthly bonus scheme 40-hour contract, plus additional pay for any extra shifts you work the opportunity to earn an outperformance bonus, you will be given a share of your centre profits once you hit target - paid half yearly 50% off food when you are working optional pension plan 28 days holiday earn additional days holiday with length of service, up to five days one in four weekends off ongoing training and development, with the opportunity to fast track your career free bowling / golf game vouchers every month 30% discount off food and drink for you and up to five friends access to our clients Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family well-being training to support you in the workplace opportunity to join the healthcare cash plan financial long service awards a £15 donation to Barnardo's when you complete your induction enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave benefits flexible working, allowing you to have the perfect work life blend
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Are you an ambitious manager looking for a highly autonomous role, where you will take accountability for the centre in the absence of the General Manager? Are you looking for an employer that will invest in you and develop you to a General Manager within twelve to eighteen months? Are you looking for a business that is financially stable and has very exciting growth plans? As a Deputy Manager for our client, you will be at the very centre of the customer and team experience. Taking accountability for the centre in the absence of the General Manager. The role is varied, exciting and challenging. Your responsibilities will range from coaching and mentoring the team on shift, to ensuring the centre is a safe and fun environment for customers. You will be hands on across all areas of the busy centre. Within our clients fast-paced, dynamic world, Deputy Managers are trained across all areas of the centre to support the effective operation of their business. You will support the General Manager with back of house duties, as well as running an exceptional operation front of house. You will be responsible for delivering financial targets and service standards. To be successful you should have: a minimum of eighteen months experience in a customer-facing management role ideally within the leisure, hospitality, or retail industry evidence of delivering on financial targets, driving business and sales a passion for people including experience of coaching and developing your team be fanatical about customer service have ambition for success be willing to work nights and weekends Join our client as an Assistant Manager, in return you'll get: an excellent salary as well as the opportunity to earn an extra £1 per hour, paid to you every month as part of our monthly bonus scheme 40-hour contract, plus additional pay for any extra shifts you work the opportunity to earn an outperformance bonus, you will be given a share of your centre profits once you hit target - paid half yearly 50% off food when you are working optional pension plan 28 days holiday earn additional days holiday with length of service, up to five days one in four weekends off ongoing training and development, with the opportunity to fast track your career free bowling / golf game vouchers every month 30% discount off food and drink for you and up to five friends access to our clients Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family well-being training to support you in the workplace opportunity to join the healthcare cash plan financial long service awards a £15 donation to Barnardo's when you complete your induction enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave benefits flexible working, allowing you to have the perfect work life blend
Are you an ambitious manager looking for a highly autonomous role, where you will take accountability for the centre in the absence of the General Manager? Are you looking for an employer that will invest in you and develop you to a General Manager within twelve to eighteen months? Are you looking for a business that is financially stable and has very exciting growth plans? As a Deputy Manager for our client, you will be at the very centre of the customer and team experience. Taking accountability for the centre in the absence of the General Manager. The role is varied, exciting and challenging. Your responsibilities will range from coaching and mentoring the team on shift, to ensuring the centre is a safe and fun environment for customers. You will be hands on across all areas of the busy centre. Within our clients fast-paced, dynamic world, Deputy Managers are trained across all areas of the centre to support the effective operation of their business. You will support the General Manager with back of house duties, as well as running an exceptional operation front of house. You will be responsible for delivering financial targets and service standards. To be successful you should have: a minimum of eighteen months experience in a customer-facing management role ideally within the leisure, hospitality, or retail industry evidence of delivering on financial targets, driving business and sales a passion for people including experience of coaching and developing your team be fanatical about customer service have ambition for success be willing to work nights and weekends Join our client as an Assistant Manager, in return you'll get: an excellent salary as well as the opportunity to earn an extra £1 per hour, paid to you every month as part of our monthly bonus scheme 40-hour contract, plus additional pay for any extra shifts you work the opportunity to earn an outperformance bonus, you will be given a share of your centre profits once you hit target - paid half yearly 50% off food when you are working optional pension plan 28 days holiday earn additional days holiday with length of service, up to five days one in four weekends off ongoing training and development, with the opportunity to fast track your career free bowling / golf game vouchers every month 30% discount off food and drink for you and up to five friends access to our clients Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family well-being training to support you in the workplace opportunity to join the healthcare cash plan financial long service awards a £15 donation to Barnardo's when you complete your induction enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave benefits flexible working, allowing you to have the perfect work life blend
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Are you an ambitious manager looking for a highly autonomous role, where you will take accountability for the centre in the absence of the General Manager? Are you looking for an employer that will invest in you and develop you to a General Manager within twelve to eighteen months? Are you looking for a business that is financially stable and has very exciting growth plans? As a Deputy Manager for our client, you will be at the very centre of the customer and team experience. Taking accountability for the centre in the absence of the General Manager. The role is varied, exciting and challenging. Your responsibilities will range from coaching and mentoring the team on shift, to ensuring the centre is a safe and fun environment for customers. You will be hands on across all areas of the busy centre. Within our clients fast-paced, dynamic world, Deputy Managers are trained across all areas of the centre to support the effective operation of their business. You will support the General Manager with back of house duties, as well as running an exceptional operation front of house. You will be responsible for delivering financial targets and service standards. To be successful you should have: a minimum of eighteen months experience in a customer-facing management role ideally within the leisure, hospitality, or retail industry evidence of delivering on financial targets, driving business and sales a passion for people including experience of coaching and developing your team be fanatical about customer service have ambition for success be willing to work nights and weekends Join our client as an Assistant Manager, in return you'll get: an excellent salary as well as the opportunity to earn an extra £1 per hour, paid to you every month as part of our monthly bonus scheme 40-hour contract, plus additional pay for any extra shifts you work the opportunity to earn an outperformance bonus, you will be given a share of your centre profits once you hit target - paid half yearly 50% off food when you are working optional pension plan 28 days holiday earn additional days holiday with length of service, up to five days one in four weekends off ongoing training and development, with the opportunity to fast track your career free bowling / golf game vouchers every month 30% discount off food and drink for you and up to five friends access to our clients Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family well-being training to support you in the workplace opportunity to join the healthcare cash plan financial long service awards a £15 donation to Barnardo's when you complete your induction enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave benefits flexible working, allowing you to have the perfect work life blend
Job Description: Head of Research Operations (College of Medicine and Health) Post title and post number - Head of Research Operations College/Budget Centre - Research Strategy & Services Division Terms and Conditions - Administrative and Other Related Academic staff Job Family Framework - Managerial Grade - Grade 9 Salary Range - £58,225 - £67,468 (with potential to consider up to £73,708) Background The University of Birmingham is a global institution working within a diverse and vibrant City, offering an inspiring education to our students, and undertaking critically important research. We are a place of open, critical thinking, and the creation, sharing and dissemination of knowledge. Professional Services put students at the heart of all they do and enable an exceptional educational experience. They provide outstanding support to our researchers and help the University to grow its influence regionally, nationally, and globally. They ensure the University's resources are used wisely, manage and improve the infrastructure which sits at the heart of the institution, and support decisions to be made quickly and based on sound evidence. Our Birmingham Professional programme operates across the University, supporting colleagues to network and collaborate, offering opportunities to learn and develop, contributing to the delivery of the University's objectives, and helping everyone to understand the broader context within which we work. Department overview The University has a bold vision to build upon the success of REF2021 by continuing to enhance research performance across awards, outputs, income, and impact. At the core of this endeavour lies the Research Strategy & Services Division (RSSD), a newly established department focused on catalysing the University's Birmingham 2030 research ambitions. Role Summary The Head of Research Operations (College of Medicine & Health) is a pivotal role within the RSSD, responsible for leading a CMH research support function, working in close collaboration with the wider Division and academic and Professional Services colleagues in the College. Reporting to the Assistant Director RSSD, the Head of Research Operations will lead a team of expert practitioners that deliver a portfolio of research support activities, including research development & facilitation, proposal drafting, budget preparation, compliance, and contracts negotiation. The successful candidate will provide visible and proactive leadership, ensuring regular face-to-face engagement to build trust, foster collaboration, and offer hands-on support to team members. They will create an environment where individuals feel valued and empowered, balancing strategic oversight with day-to-day guidance. Being present and accessible, the leader will strengthen team cohesion and drive performance. In addition, they will develop strong internal and external networks across the University and beyond, positioning the team as a trusted partner in delivering high-quality research support. Organograms RSSD: College Hub (Medicine and Health) RSSD: High level Structure Reporting to the Assistant Director RSSD, the Head of Research Operations leads one of our four College Hub Research Support teams, encompassing all aspects of pre-award research support, due diligence, grants set up, and contracts. The Head of Research Operations is a core member of a wider, integrated research leadership team that works collectively across the full lifecycle of research activity. Working in close partnership with the Head of Research Strategy & Development, the Head of Post Award, the Trusted Research team, and the Research Ethics, Governance and Integrity team, the role contributes to a seamless, end-to-end approach to research support that brings together strategic development, operational delivery, and proportionate oversight of risk and compliance. This collaborative environment provides significant scope to shape creative and effective approaches across the research pathway - from proposal development through to the management of complex awards and contracts - while contributing to the design of efficient, sustainable processes and systems. As part of a supportive and high-performing leadership community, the role also offers strong opportunities for professional growth and career development, alongside the chance to make a tangible institutional impact. The RSSD is committed to a collaborative and open culture, and the Head of Research Operations will benefit from this and will embed this same culture within their College Hub Research Support team to ensure that colleagues are supported and work collectively. They will form part of the RSSD College Hubs Senior Leadership Team and the Extended Leadership Group for the wider Research Strategy & Services Division. Being approachable and open to staff within the RSSD and the wider University is a key element of the role, reflecting the collaborative approach that is essential to effective research support. Key internal stakeholders include academics, College Heads of Department, School Heads of Research and College Deputy Director of Operations for Research Support. The Head of Research Operations will also have the opportunity to develop relationships with strategic partners, funders and HEIs from across the sector. Main duties: Working with your Research Support Managers, lead a Research Support Team of c25 research support professionals to effectively manage and agree prioritisation of workload across all aspects of pre-award research support including: research development; research facilitation and support for proposal drafting; budget preparation and costing; compliance with funder terms and conditions; submissions to funder; regulatory compliance and trusted research, including due diligence on partners and funders and referrals for export control; grant set up; negotiation and agreement of research contracts and research-related agreements. Ensure timely monitoring and reporting to senior colleagues in RSSD and the College of key performance indicators including grant applications, awards, contribution, success rates and contracts clearance levels. Develop and lead innovations in research support that seek to enhance these measures and ensure that the impact of service innovations is clearly understood, that systemic issues are recognised and addressed, teams are supported to effectively deliver, and services are continually improved. As a contracts signatory for the University, ensure that there is a clear negotiating framework for all research and research related contracts, that is regularly reviewed and updated, which supports the negotiation of all agreements relating to research, ensuring that this includes appropriate provision for the protection of Intellectual Property, the effective transfer and protection of data including highly sensitive data, the right to publish academic work, and the recovery of appropriate funds to support research to support the overall financial position of the Colleges and University. Developing staff within the team to do the same, ensuring a strong, proportionate and risk-based approach to research contracting at the University. These agreements will include: industry-funded contract research, collaboration agreements, material transfer agreements, confidentiality/non-disclosure agreements and will also include trials specific agreements such as sponsorship agreements, and site agreements. To support teams with the more complex research applications and contracts as and when required, leading on such projects whilst providing team members the opportunity to develop their own skills in this regard via close working and ongoing mentorship in a culture of continuous professional development. Develop strong external networks across the Russell Group, professional bodies and wider sector to ensure the delivery of best practice at Birmingham. Empower the team to do the same, ensuring that the University is well connected and influential with major funders, partners, and collaborators from public sector, industry and policy organisations. Develop and embed a strong culture of collaboration, information and data sharing, and symbiotic working across the team to provide an agile, responsive and customer-focused service to researchers, external partners, and funders, to support the research ambitions of the College and the wider University in line with the Strategic Framework. Be responsible for HR matters within the team, leading and developing staff and ensuring that the recruitment, development and retention of highly capable staff is supported by clear development/career plans and performance processes and providing active support for, and leadership of, EDI matters. Bring innovative and creative solutions to the work of the Research Strategy & Services Division and working across the other RSSD Hubs to embed best practice, consistent and effective ways of working and to lead programmes of change. Act as an ambassador for the University, upholding and promoting the University's values and interests and deputising for the Deputy Director as required in high level delegations to campus from senior, board level representatives of major funders and partners ensuring that the University builds strong and effective partnerships in the pursuit of research income, impact, and influence. . click apply for full job details
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Job Description: Head of Research Operations (College of Medicine and Health) Post title and post number - Head of Research Operations College/Budget Centre - Research Strategy & Services Division Terms and Conditions - Administrative and Other Related Academic staff Job Family Framework - Managerial Grade - Grade 9 Salary Range - £58,225 - £67,468 (with potential to consider up to £73,708) Background The University of Birmingham is a global institution working within a diverse and vibrant City, offering an inspiring education to our students, and undertaking critically important research. We are a place of open, critical thinking, and the creation, sharing and dissemination of knowledge. Professional Services put students at the heart of all they do and enable an exceptional educational experience. They provide outstanding support to our researchers and help the University to grow its influence regionally, nationally, and globally. They ensure the University's resources are used wisely, manage and improve the infrastructure which sits at the heart of the institution, and support decisions to be made quickly and based on sound evidence. Our Birmingham Professional programme operates across the University, supporting colleagues to network and collaborate, offering opportunities to learn and develop, contributing to the delivery of the University's objectives, and helping everyone to understand the broader context within which we work. Department overview The University has a bold vision to build upon the success of REF2021 by continuing to enhance research performance across awards, outputs, income, and impact. At the core of this endeavour lies the Research Strategy & Services Division (RSSD), a newly established department focused on catalysing the University's Birmingham 2030 research ambitions. Role Summary The Head of Research Operations (College of Medicine & Health) is a pivotal role within the RSSD, responsible for leading a CMH research support function, working in close collaboration with the wider Division and academic and Professional Services colleagues in the College. Reporting to the Assistant Director RSSD, the Head of Research Operations will lead a team of expert practitioners that deliver a portfolio of research support activities, including research development & facilitation, proposal drafting, budget preparation, compliance, and contracts negotiation. The successful candidate will provide visible and proactive leadership, ensuring regular face-to-face engagement to build trust, foster collaboration, and offer hands-on support to team members. They will create an environment where individuals feel valued and empowered, balancing strategic oversight with day-to-day guidance. Being present and accessible, the leader will strengthen team cohesion and drive performance. In addition, they will develop strong internal and external networks across the University and beyond, positioning the team as a trusted partner in delivering high-quality research support. Organograms RSSD: College Hub (Medicine and Health) RSSD: High level Structure Reporting to the Assistant Director RSSD, the Head of Research Operations leads one of our four College Hub Research Support teams, encompassing all aspects of pre-award research support, due diligence, grants set up, and contracts. The Head of Research Operations is a core member of a wider, integrated research leadership team that works collectively across the full lifecycle of research activity. Working in close partnership with the Head of Research Strategy & Development, the Head of Post Award, the Trusted Research team, and the Research Ethics, Governance and Integrity team, the role contributes to a seamless, end-to-end approach to research support that brings together strategic development, operational delivery, and proportionate oversight of risk and compliance. This collaborative environment provides significant scope to shape creative and effective approaches across the research pathway - from proposal development through to the management of complex awards and contracts - while contributing to the design of efficient, sustainable processes and systems. As part of a supportive and high-performing leadership community, the role also offers strong opportunities for professional growth and career development, alongside the chance to make a tangible institutional impact. The RSSD is committed to a collaborative and open culture, and the Head of Research Operations will benefit from this and will embed this same culture within their College Hub Research Support team to ensure that colleagues are supported and work collectively. They will form part of the RSSD College Hubs Senior Leadership Team and the Extended Leadership Group for the wider Research Strategy & Services Division. Being approachable and open to staff within the RSSD and the wider University is a key element of the role, reflecting the collaborative approach that is essential to effective research support. Key internal stakeholders include academics, College Heads of Department, School Heads of Research and College Deputy Director of Operations for Research Support. The Head of Research Operations will also have the opportunity to develop relationships with strategic partners, funders and HEIs from across the sector. Main duties: Working with your Research Support Managers, lead a Research Support Team of c25 research support professionals to effectively manage and agree prioritisation of workload across all aspects of pre-award research support including: research development; research facilitation and support for proposal drafting; budget preparation and costing; compliance with funder terms and conditions; submissions to funder; regulatory compliance and trusted research, including due diligence on partners and funders and referrals for export control; grant set up; negotiation and agreement of research contracts and research-related agreements. Ensure timely monitoring and reporting to senior colleagues in RSSD and the College of key performance indicators including grant applications, awards, contribution, success rates and contracts clearance levels. Develop and lead innovations in research support that seek to enhance these measures and ensure that the impact of service innovations is clearly understood, that systemic issues are recognised and addressed, teams are supported to effectively deliver, and services are continually improved. As a contracts signatory for the University, ensure that there is a clear negotiating framework for all research and research related contracts, that is regularly reviewed and updated, which supports the negotiation of all agreements relating to research, ensuring that this includes appropriate provision for the protection of Intellectual Property, the effective transfer and protection of data including highly sensitive data, the right to publish academic work, and the recovery of appropriate funds to support research to support the overall financial position of the Colleges and University. Developing staff within the team to do the same, ensuring a strong, proportionate and risk-based approach to research contracting at the University. These agreements will include: industry-funded contract research, collaboration agreements, material transfer agreements, confidentiality/non-disclosure agreements and will also include trials specific agreements such as sponsorship agreements, and site agreements. To support teams with the more complex research applications and contracts as and when required, leading on such projects whilst providing team members the opportunity to develop their own skills in this regard via close working and ongoing mentorship in a culture of continuous professional development. Develop strong external networks across the Russell Group, professional bodies and wider sector to ensure the delivery of best practice at Birmingham. Empower the team to do the same, ensuring that the University is well connected and influential with major funders, partners, and collaborators from public sector, industry and policy organisations. Develop and embed a strong culture of collaboration, information and data sharing, and symbiotic working across the team to provide an agile, responsive and customer-focused service to researchers, external partners, and funders, to support the research ambitions of the College and the wider University in line with the Strategic Framework. Be responsible for HR matters within the team, leading and developing staff and ensuring that the recruitment, development and retention of highly capable staff is supported by clear development/career plans and performance processes and providing active support for, and leadership of, EDI matters. Bring innovative and creative solutions to the work of the Research Strategy & Services Division and working across the other RSSD Hubs to embed best practice, consistent and effective ways of working and to lead programmes of change. Act as an ambassador for the University, upholding and promoting the University's values and interests and deputising for the Deputy Director as required in high level delegations to campus from senior, board level representatives of major funders and partners ensuring that the University builds strong and effective partnerships in the pursuit of research income, impact, and influence. . click apply for full job details
Job Title: Assistant Manager Salary for Assistant Manager: £35,056 starting salary + EOY bonus (Realistic 1st year ote up to £40k) We have a unique opportunity for an experienced Retail/Sales Manager (Deputy/Branch Manager) who is looking for a new and slightly different challenge to step into an exciting and varied role. You will need to have strong management experience and have a track record within sales, operations and customer services. You will either need to be an existing Retail manager/Assistant/Deputy Manager, looking to make your next move and be someone who is confident with sales and passionate about delivering the highest levels of customer service. Self storage is a very fast growing industry and our client are expanding their business at a fast pace, so there will be opportunities to develop your career into Store management and beyond. The company also offer a management accelerator development programme for all employees to support the progression. Benefits for the Assistant Manager: Generous bonus scheme; Contributory pension scheme; Private medical insurance after qualifying period; Enrolment on Management Development Programme to accelerate growth; 30 days Paid Annual Leave (includes Bank Holidays) - rises with length of service Staff discount on storage and retail products; Perkbox - employee 'free perks' scheme, which includes unlimited discounts on many high street retailers, restaurants, cinema's, UK attractions; Class room induction training for all new hires Core Responsibilities: Sales/Customer Service Sell storage space (via phone, email and face to face); ensuring the customer has all relevant information to make an informed decision, by explaining the features and benefits and price solutions; Achieve sales targets by maximising all sales opportunities. This will include responding and following up on customer enquiries, challenging objections, upselling our retail products and closing sales; Maintain a high level of customer service by sustaining a service culture where the customer is the priority and the companies values are maintained; Resolve customer complaints, address customer concerns and explain company or store policies. Manage and Train Employees Responsible for the day-to-day supervision of employees, including performance management, organising rotas, sales training and delegating tasks; Motivate staff to give their best results, praising them when things go well and appraising them of improvements where necessary; Provide optimum levels of leadership, if required, encouragement, training and support in order to help others achieve their results and meet their budgets. Assist the Store Manager with the development and growth of every aspect of the store. This includes ensuring all revenue and growth targets are achieved and effective control of all costs within reasonable jurisdiction; Complete reports that would be submitted to the manager upon his/her return. Maintenance and Administration: Maintain a safe and healthy environment for both staff and customers, and work to a high specification in order to improve and maintain quality; Maintain effective administration of the store so that company systems, policies and procedures are adhered to at all times; Assist with the creation and implementation of effective marketing plans, monitoring and reviewing results at regular intervals. Create brand awareness, by promoting the store in the local community. Tasks may include visits to local shops and businesses, networking and organising local events. All employees are encouraged to present their marketing ideas. Experience Required for Assistant Manager: Self Storage experience is not necessary, but strong people management experience at some level is essential. Experience in achieving KPI's is also a benefit in this role. The key aspects of the role are converting sales, people management, Operations and administration. The biggest challenge is taking responsibility in the Store Manager's absence. Candidates who look for new and better ways of doing things are welcomed in this role. Please apply now for immediate consideration and feel free to call us to find out more about this exciting opportunity!
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Assistant Manager Salary for Assistant Manager: £35,056 starting salary + EOY bonus (Realistic 1st year ote up to £40k) We have a unique opportunity for an experienced Retail/Sales Manager (Deputy/Branch Manager) who is looking for a new and slightly different challenge to step into an exciting and varied role. You will need to have strong management experience and have a track record within sales, operations and customer services. You will either need to be an existing Retail manager/Assistant/Deputy Manager, looking to make your next move and be someone who is confident with sales and passionate about delivering the highest levels of customer service. Self storage is a very fast growing industry and our client are expanding their business at a fast pace, so there will be opportunities to develop your career into Store management and beyond. The company also offer a management accelerator development programme for all employees to support the progression. Benefits for the Assistant Manager: Generous bonus scheme; Contributory pension scheme; Private medical insurance after qualifying period; Enrolment on Management Development Programme to accelerate growth; 30 days Paid Annual Leave (includes Bank Holidays) - rises with length of service Staff discount on storage and retail products; Perkbox - employee 'free perks' scheme, which includes unlimited discounts on many high street retailers, restaurants, cinema's, UK attractions; Class room induction training for all new hires Core Responsibilities: Sales/Customer Service Sell storage space (via phone, email and face to face); ensuring the customer has all relevant information to make an informed decision, by explaining the features and benefits and price solutions; Achieve sales targets by maximising all sales opportunities. This will include responding and following up on customer enquiries, challenging objections, upselling our retail products and closing sales; Maintain a high level of customer service by sustaining a service culture where the customer is the priority and the companies values are maintained; Resolve customer complaints, address customer concerns and explain company or store policies. Manage and Train Employees Responsible for the day-to-day supervision of employees, including performance management, organising rotas, sales training and delegating tasks; Motivate staff to give their best results, praising them when things go well and appraising them of improvements where necessary; Provide optimum levels of leadership, if required, encouragement, training and support in order to help others achieve their results and meet their budgets. Assist the Store Manager with the development and growth of every aspect of the store. This includes ensuring all revenue and growth targets are achieved and effective control of all costs within reasonable jurisdiction; Complete reports that would be submitted to the manager upon his/her return. Maintenance and Administration: Maintain a safe and healthy environment for both staff and customers, and work to a high specification in order to improve and maintain quality; Maintain effective administration of the store so that company systems, policies and procedures are adhered to at all times; Assist with the creation and implementation of effective marketing plans, monitoring and reviewing results at regular intervals. Create brand awareness, by promoting the store in the local community. Tasks may include visits to local shops and businesses, networking and organising local events. All employees are encouraged to present their marketing ideas. Experience Required for Assistant Manager: Self Storage experience is not necessary, but strong people management experience at some level is essential. Experience in achieving KPI's is also a benefit in this role. The key aspects of the role are converting sales, people management, Operations and administration. The biggest challenge is taking responsibility in the Store Manager's absence. Candidates who look for new and better ways of doing things are welcomed in this role. Please apply now for immediate consideration and feel free to call us to find out more about this exciting opportunity!
You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store. As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, you'll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. You'll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role. Key Responsibilities • Running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager• Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations• Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs• Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently• Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits• Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained Skills & Experience • Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments• Skilled in time management and cost control• Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently• Strong customer service and compliance skills• Previous Store Management experience is a plus but not essential Our Benefits • An additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the store• A flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays• 26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave• Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi career• Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
You will also receive an additional premium of £4.00 per hour whilst running the store. As a Deputy Store Manager at Aldi, you'll take pride in driving sales, delivering excellent customer service, minimising costs, and improving operational efficiency. You'll support the Store Manager by training colleagues, checking displays, and achieving sales targets. This role offers real responsibility and is the perfect stepping stone for experienced team leaders on their journey towards a store management role. Key Responsibilities • Running the store in the absence of the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager• Deliver excellent customer service that goes beyond expectations• Support the Store Manager to boost employee engagement and meet store KPIs• Monitor product quality and manage stock rotation consistently• Oversee till cashing up and safe deposits• Ensure Health & Safety and due diligence standards are maintained Skills & Experience • Experience managing teams in fast-paced, customer-focused environments• Skilled in time management and cost control• Motivated to achieve and exceed targets consistently• Strong customer service and compliance skills• Previous Store Management experience is a plus but not essential Our Benefits • An additional premium of £4 per hour whilst running the store• A flexible working contract between 25-35 hours a week• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays• 26 weeks full pay following 1 year service for Maternity and Main Adopter Leave• Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities throughout your Aldi career• Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and holiday deals
