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13.57 per hour (circa 26,000pa)
Job Overview
As an assistant store manager in our retail stores, you will support the store manager in leading and managing an engaged team of colleagues. You will coach, develop, and inspire the store team to deliver extraordinary customer service and realize their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
Work with the store manager to drive standards, build capability, and create a great place to work.
Lead by example and exhibit the Lakeland essence, values, and behaviors.
Deliver best in class customer service.
Deputize for the store manager in their absence.
Manage, organize, and motivate your colleagues on a day-to-day basis.
Train and engage colleagues in all aspects of being part of a busy store team.
Encourage and coach colleagues to achieve their potential.
Minimum Requirements
Previous experience in an assistant managers role or similar.
Strong selling and customer service skills.
Great communication and interpersonal skills.
Understanding of KPI’s and ability to drive performance.
Experience in recruitment and performance reviews.
Experience in managing workflow schedules.
Existing knowledge of Lakeland and our products.
A positive attitude to change and development.
Intermediate IT skills (e.g., Word and Excel).
Benefits
20% Company Discount – Pensions Scheme opportunities – Company Uniform
Training during the first few weeks will involve some training in other Lakeland stores, which will involve some travel.