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Department Manager

Job in Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh Area, EH1, Scotland, UK
Listing for: SmartRecruiters, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-08
Job specializations:
  • Retail
    Retail & Store Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 38000 - 48000 GBP Yearly GBP 38000.00 48000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver a high level of customer service through expert styling advice, strong product knowledge, and an engaging store experience
  • Analyse sales data and collaborate with the Store Manager to maximise department performance
  • Lead and motivate a team of Sales Advisors to consistently achieve service and presentation standards
  • Support recruitment efforts and ensure effective onboarding and training for new team members
  • Identify and nurture future talent, contributing to development plans that support team progression
  • Oversee daily store operations, ensuring efficiency and alignment with brand standards
  • Act as a brand ambassador, consistently delivering the best possible experience for every customer
  • Step into the role of Store Manager when required, ensuring continuity in leadership and performance
Qualifications
  • Good knowledge of store operations & standards from previous experience working in retail, preferably within a fashion environment
  • Customer-Focused:
    You genuinely enjoy engaging with customers and lead by example in prioritizing their needs to deliver great service.
  • Product Passion:
    You have a genuine interest in the products we offer and love sharing that enthusiasm with customers.
  • Eager to Learn:
    Open to feedback and actively seek out opportunities for personal and professional development.
  • Excellent Communication:
    Clear, confident, and empathetic in both customer and team interactions, able to provide clear direction and constructive feedback when needed.
  • Adaptability & Flexibility:
    Adaptable and responsive to changing priorities and customer requests.
Preferable but not mandatory
  • Team Leadership:
    Proven ability to organise and motivate teams in fast-paced environments to deliver high service standards.
  • Analytical Thinking:
    Understanding of key retail KPIs and how to use them to drive performance.
Additional Information
  • This is a full-time
    position with a contract of 39
    hours a week
    .

To manage the high volume of applications for roles with leadership responsibilities, we use an online assessment method. You will need to complete it as part of the application and screening process. Your responses will be scored by an assessment tool that applies to predefined criteria set by H&M Group.

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We’re committed to supporting our employees with a range of attractive benefits and valuable development opportunities. As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy a 25% staff discount across all H&M Group brands - available both in-store and online. Additionally, every employee is included in our H&M Incentive Program (HIP), designed to reward your contributions and support your growth within the company.

You can read more about our H&M Incentive Program here .

Inclusion & Diversity

At H&M Group, we are committed to fostering inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplaces across our entire organisation. We believe that teams thrive when they bring together a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. This diversity enhances our ability to solve problems creatively, expand our thinking, and build meaningful connections with colleagues and customers around the world. That’s why we consider all dimensions of diversity throughout our recruitment process - ensuring our workforce reflects the richness of the communities we serve.

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Launched in 2013, & OTHER STORIES offers a curated range of shoes, bags, accessories, beauty and ready-to-wear - all equally important for the whole look.

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