Assistant Store Manager

Assistant Store Manager – Vision Express

Where customer service meets premium eyewear and med-tech innovation.

Are you an experienced retail leader ready to take the next step in eye care?

Join Vision Express, part of the global Essilor Luxottica group, and work with leading brands like Ray-Ban, Meta, Oakley, Prada & Nuance.

• Support the Store Manager in leading, coaching, and developing the team
• Drive performance by delivering exceptional customer service and commercial results
• Lead by example on the shop floor, providing personalised product advice
• Oversee daily operations, including rotas, stock management, and compliance
• Support with recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing colleague development

• £350 towards frames or designer sunglasses, with unlimited spend on lenses
• 33 days holiday with buy/sell options
• Family & friends discounts + free eye tests
• Employee wellbeing support
• Opportunities to support global vision through the One Sight Foundation

Earn monthly bonuses on top of your salary. Assistant Store Managers who deliver strong commercial performance can benefit from a competitive bonus scheme — with uncapped potential for high performers. Your leadership makes a difference — and it pays off.

• Previous retail leadership or supervisory experience
• Confident leading teams and driving performance in a fast-paced environment
• Passionate about customer experience, eyewear, and retail innovation
• Strong communicator who can motivate and engage a team
• Commercially aware with a problem-solving, can-do attitude

With over 590 stores across the UK, Ireland, and Jersey, we’re a leading optical retailer and a growing med-tech business. Backed by Essilor Luxottica, we invest in innovation, people, and your career development.

Ready to start your career in optical retail? Apply now and see your future clearly.