Assistant Store Manager

Location
Brent Cross
Position
Retail Management
Hours Per Week:
38.75 hours per week
Vacancy Type
Permanent
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Join Vision Express at our flagship Brent Cross store as an assistant store manager, where you’ll play a key role in leading a high-performing team and delivering exceptional customer experiences. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a dynamic retail leadership role within one of the busiest stores in the region.

As an assistant store manager, you’ll work closely with the store manager and other assistant store manager to support a team of 22 colleagues. You’ll help drive store performance through strong leadership, effective coaching, and a clear focus on delivering KPIs. From guiding team development to leading difficult conversations with confidence, you’ll bring a proactive and positive approach to every challenge.

This role is ideal for someone with experience in retail or hospitality management who is ready to thrive in a fast-paced, customer focused environment. If you’re passionate about creating memorable customer journeys and empowering colleagues to achieve their best, this assistant store manager opportunity at Brent Cross could be the perfect next step in your career.

Benefits
 
Free eyewear annually, available from day one
Uncapped monthly bonus potential
Family and friends discounts of 25-75% off with free eye tests
33 days holiday, with the option to buy or sell days
Access to our employee assistance program for confidential wellbeing support
Opportunities to get involved with the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation
 
Skills and experience we value

Strong problem solving skills
A customer obsessed mindset with a passion for outstanding service
Ability to influence and motivate others
Active listening and empathy for both customers and colleagues
Staying calm under pressure
Being a collaborative team player
Positive energy and potential to become a brand ambassador
 
Why Vision Express?

As an assistant store manager with Vision Express, you’ll be part of a business with over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, giving you opportunities to grow, share knowledge and progress your career. We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a culture built on trust, where everyone can reach their potential.

We are Pioneers bringing heritage into the future

We are Pioneers bringing heritage into the future

We’re deeply rooted in our legacy – proud of where we came from, yet always innovating and improving the rules of the eyewear and eyecare game. We never stop learning, nor would we want to. We see our search for innovative solutions as an ongoing journey, not a destination. We’re curious – keeping up with trends, gathering insight, and thinking about where we can go next.

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APPLICATION PROCESS

APPLICATION PROCESS

We’re thrilled that you’re considering applying to work with us. As a first step, you’ll need to submit your online application via our careers site. That’s when we review your application against role requirements. Unsuccessful applications will be informed by email.

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