Assistant Manager

Assistant Manager | Poole | £33,000 plus Benefits

Zachary Daniels is thrilled to be partnering with an exciting, trend‑led fashion retailer in Poole. This is a great opportunity to take full ownership of the store and play a key role in building, leading, and developing a high‑performing team within a fast‑paced, commercially driven fashion retail environment.

We are seeking a highly experienced, commercially driven Assistant Manager with a strong fashion retail background. This role requires a proven leader who can operate with full autonomy, drive performance, and deliver exceptional results from the outset.

• Support with store operations and maintain exceptional standards from day one
• Support in the recruitment and leading a high‑performing team aligned to brand values and commercial expectations
• Drive sales performance, KPIs, and profitability through strong commercial trading and decision‑making
• Deliver an outstanding customer experience with a consistent focus on service excellence
• Support in the management of all aspects of staffing, rotas, and payroll within agreed budgets
• Coach, develop, and inspire the team to maximise performance and engagement
• Analyse store performance and implement clear, effective action plans to drive results
• Ensure visual merchandising standards consistently reflect brand direction and commercial goals
• Maintain smooth day‑to‑day operations including stock control, compliance, and store presentation

• Proven experience as an Assistant Manager within a fast‑paced fashion retail environment
• Strong track record of delivering KPIs, sales growth, and operational excellence
• A confident, hands‑on leader who thrives on accountability and ownership
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to make data‑driven decisions
• Passion for fashion retail with a customer‑first, trend‑aware mindset
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to motivate and drive high performance
• Highly organised, resilient, and comfortable working in a new store opening environment

• Competitive Salary:
  Up to £33,000 basic salary
• Career Growth:
  Genuine progression opportunities within a growing fashion retailer
• Supportive Culture:
  Open, collaborative and high‑energy working environment