 
        
        Assistant Store Manager - Cork Opera Lane (N103722)
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38.50hrs p/w; Sun 10:45 - 18:45; Mon 09:15 - 18:30; Wed 09:15 - 18:30; Thu 09:15 - 17:45; Fri 11:45 - 20:15
To be an effective Assistant Store Manager, you will maximise sales, drive efficiencies and achieve performance targets by leading and inspiring your team to be their best. Every day will be varied, fast paced, challenging but ultimately rewarding. People are at the heart of what we do so your experience in leading, coaching and motivating a high performing team will be crucial to your success. You can count on us to invest in your personal development from day one. Flexible working options are available.
About the Role
 * Support the Store Manager in managing and inspiring your team to be at their best, and stepping up to cover the store when needed.
 * Create an atmosphere where delivering amazing service, achieving performance targets and accurate stock processes is at the core of everything you do, in an environment that is commercial, operationally efficient and safe.
 * Demonstrate a hands‑on approach for all operational and commercial activities by working alongside the team.
 * Ensure communication is up-to-date and accurate at all times in order to meet business needs.
About You
 * You are passionate about our customers, our people and our products. This passion and energetic approach to work inspires others, creating a great working atmosphere and team spirit.
 * You have exceptional commercial understanding, with the know‑how to create a fantastic shopping experience for our customers.
 * A team player who works at their best in a results‑driven, fast‑paced and challenging environment. You adapt to change quickly and can successfully bring the rest of the team on board with the new objectives.
 * A great communicator and can work naturally with people at all levels. You stay calm and approachable even under pressure - always realistic with your expectations of others.
 * Confidently problem solve, make sound business decisions, challenge processes and generate innovative ideas to take the business forward.
 * Experienced in leading and coaching a high‑performing team and effectively dealing with people issues.
 * An effective multi‑tasker who can plan, organise and prioritise your workload.
Benefits
 * Fantastic rewards for doing a great job and achieving great results.
 * 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (when purchased through NEXT).
 * 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty.
 * 60% off a generous optional working wardrobe allowance.
 * Early VIP access to sale stock.
 * Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through our online benefits platform.
 * Free health and wellbeing services.
 * Life assurance.
 * Discounted health plan for you and your family.
 * Support networks and access to network groups.
Application Process
Press the apply button now to start your application. Once you have applied, we will consider your skills and experience. If you match our criteria, we will contact you to arrange an interview and in‑store assessment.
To apply, you must not have had an unsuccessful application for a similar role in the last 6 months.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Next is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply regardless of age, gender, race, disability, etc.
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