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Assistant Store Manager | Full Time

Up to £27,500 + £2,025 Bonus

Location: Bury St Edmunds

Cotswold Outdoor Group (Cotswold Outdoor | RunnersNeed | Snow+Rock)

Are you ready to take the next step in your retail career? Whether you’re already an experienced Assistant Store Manager or a seasoned Supervisor looking to grow, this is a great opportunity to join a purpose-driven business that’s committed to sustainability, development, and exceptional customer experience.

At Cotswold Outdoor Group, we believe in helping everyone explore the outdoors while actively protecting it. Across our brands, we partner with ethical, sustainable suppliers and strive to reduce our environmental impact. Our teams are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re looking for someone who’s excited to lead, inspire, and develop within that culture.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting the Store Manager in the day-to-day operations of a busy, multi-category retail environment
li>Leading, coaching, and developing a passionate store team
• Delivering outstanding service that puts the customer at the centre
• Contributing to commercial and visual merchandising goals
• Upholding operational standards, from stock management to compliance

What You’ll Bring

< i>Previous experience as an Assistant Store Manager or a confident Supervisor ready to step up
• A genuine passion for the outdoors, retail, and customer experience
• The ability to lead by example, with great communication and problem-solving skills
• Retail experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment (apparel, footwear, or outdoor gear is ideal)

Why Join Us?

• A business with strong values and a sustainability-first mindset
• Comprehensive training, including a full induction and ongoing development
• Bonus potential linked to performance
• 40-60% staff discount across our brands
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to purchase more
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing retail group

This is more than just a retail job, it’s a chance to grow with a company that’s passionate about people, the outdoors, and doing things the right way.

Apply today and help others discover their next adventure - while building yours.

This is about helping to run a £multi-million store, while motivating and developing a diverse and talented team.

One day could find you supporting the Store Manager with sorting out deliveries, placing orders or dealing with customer queries. The next, you might be focused on people management and performance or organising holiday rotas for the team. At the same time, youll help to handle the over.

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Wickes Bletchley Store

The Role.

An Assistant Manager is the go-to person in the store on shift. You will be there to help inspire your colleagues to deliver the best customer experience in the business and help overcome any issues you come across. Due to the service that Wickes provides, you would be required to help multiple functions across the store. This could mean helping someone plan their dream bathroom one minute and then having to nip outside to help take in the delivery the next. All of this whilst ensuring everyone is kept safe.

Permanent and Full-time, 39 hours per week.

About you.

You will have experience in running the show in a fast-paced customer facing environment and be someone who can handle the variety that each day at Wickes brings. You will be highly organised with a passion for ensuring our customers receive the best service we can deliver, all whilst inspiring and leading your team.

What we can offer you.

Our unique culture means we believe in doing the right thing and helps us to win for our customers, planet and people. Together, we help you get what you want from your role, so you can make your working experience your own and experience beyond the everyday.

• Up to 7.5% annual bonus and up to £300 per month gain share bonus
• Up to 10% employer pension contribution
• Up to 35 days of annual leave including 8 days of bank holidays

Other financial and wellbeing benefits include: 20% colleague discount, Save-as-you-earn scheme, Cashback health scheme, Cycle to work, Life assurance, Peppy, Aviva Digital GP, Financial Education & loans, Discount platform including savings and cash back at numerous retailers, savings on gym membership.

We aim to create an inclusive workplace with colleagues' wellbeing at the heart of everything we do. If you are interested in flexible working you can read our flexible working statement here or let us know when you apply and we can talk this through as part of your application process.

"Please contact us here  if you require any adjustments within the application process.  If you require any reasonable adjustments at the interview stage you will have an opportunity to inform us when we invite you to interview. Please note, this link is only for reasonable adjustments required - general enquiries, or direct CV applications cannot be accepted via this form"

The Role.

An Assistant Manager is the go-to person in the store on shift. You will be there to help inspire your colleagues to deliver the best customer experience in the business and help overcome any issues you come across. Due to the service that Wickes provides, you would be required to help multiple functions across the store. This could mean helping someone plan their dream bathroom one minute and then having to nip outside to help take in the delivery the next. All of this whilst ensuring everyone is kept safe.

About you.

You will have experience in running the show in a fast-paced customer facing environment and be someone who can handle the variety that each day at Wickes brings. You will be highly organised with a passion for ensuring our customers receive the best service we can deliver, all whilst inspiring and leading your team.

What we can offer you.

Our unique culture means we believe in doing the right thing and helps us to win for our customers, planet and people. Together, we help you get what you want from your role, so you can make your working experience your own and experience beyond the everyday.

• Up to 7.5% annual bonus and up to £300 per month gain share bonus
• Up to 10% employer pension contribution
• Up to 35 days of annual leave including 8 days of bank holidays

Other financial and wellbeing benefits include: 20% colleague discount, Save-as-you-earn scheme, Cashback health scheme, Cycle to work, Life assurance, Peppy, Aviva Digital GP, Financial Education & loans, Discount platform including savings and cash back at numerous retailers, savings on gym membership.

We aim to create an inclusive workplace with colleagues' wellbeing at the heart of everything we do. If you are interested in flexible working you can read our flexible working statement here or let us know when you apply and we can talk this through as part of your application process.

Vacancy reference #99527

"Please contact us here  if you require any adjustments within the application process.  If you require any reasonable adjustments at the interview stage you will have an opportunity to inform us when we invite you to interview. Please note, this link is only for reasonable adjustments required - general enquiries, or direct CV applications cannot be accepted via this form"

Our client is a leader in the electrical wholesale market. Currently looking to recruit an assistant branch manager to be second in command and assist with the smooth running of a busy and successful showroom/branch.

You will possess an extensive knowledge and network of electrical suppliers and contractors and managing high profile customer accounts for both new and existing business.

You will need.

TPF Recruitment are proud to be working with one of the region’s most respected independent firms of chartered accountants, based in Beaconsfield, who are looking to recruit a Personal Tax Assistant Manager to join their collaborative and forward-thinking team.This is an excellent opportunity to join a business where innovation, flexibility, and people-first values come together. The firm is known for its commitment to staff development, inclusive culture, and high-quality client service. The Firm: With a heritage spanning over 100 years, this well-established firm has grown to over 90 team members and continues to maintain a strong presence in the market. Clients range from UK-based individuals to international clients.This is a firm that values its people just as much as its clients. You’ll find an open, progressive culture where there’s no dress code, no rigid hierarchies – just a supportive environment where new ideas and professional growth are encouraged.The Role: As a Personal Tax Assistant Manager, you’ll take ownership of a diverse portfolio of high-calibre private clients, working closely with senior leadership to deliver both compliance and advisory services. You’ll also support and mentor junior members of the tax team.

Key Responsibilities:

TPF Recruitment are proud to be working with one of the region’s most respected independent firms of chartered accountants, based in Beaconsfield, who are looking to recruit a Personal Tax Assistant Manager to join their collaborative and forward-thinking team.This is an excellent opportunity to join a business where innovation, flexibility, and people-first values come together. The firm is known for its commitment to staff development, inclusive culture, and high-quality client service. The Firm: With a heritage spanning over 100 years, this well-established firm has grown to over 90 team members and continues to maintain a strong presence in the market. Clients range from UK-based individuals to international clients.This is a firm that values its people just as much as its clients. You’ll find an open, progressive culture where there’s no dress code, no rigid hierarchies – just a supportive environment where new ideas and professional growth are encouraged.The Role: As a Personal Tax Assistant Manager, you’ll take ownership of a diverse portfolio of high-calibre private clients, working closely with senior leadership to deliver both compliance and advisory services. You’ll also support and mentor junior members of the tax team.

Key Responsibilities:

Store Manager - Market Harbour | Fashion Retail | + Brilliant Package

Salary up to 32,000

Are you ready to take the next step in your fashion retail career? We're on the hunt for a passionate and driven Store Manager to lead our fantastic team in Market Harbour!

This isn't just any Store Manager role - it's your chance to bring energy, style, and leadership to a thriving store where customer experience is everything. As Store Manager , you'll be the heartbeat of the store, leading from the front, inspiring your team, and making every day a success.

• A competitive salary up to 32,000 plus a brilliant package.
• Amazing company benefits.
• Fantastic opportunities for career progression - we love to promote from within!

• Be the Store Manager who sets the tone - lead, coach, and develop your team to hit performance targets and deliver top-tier service.
• Create an exciting, welcoming environment where customers love to shop.
• Take ownership of budgets, KPIs, and store standards - and smash those sales targets!
• Work hands-on with your team, celebrating wins and learning from challenges.

• Experience as a Store Manager or in a senior retail role, ideally in fashion or accessories.
• A strong understanding of KPIs, budgeting, and how to drive store performance.
• Someone who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment and leads by example.
• A people-first attitude with a passion for delivering standout service.

• Leaders who inspire and motivate.
• Energy, ambition, and a sense of fun!
• Retail pros who love fashion and know how to make a store shine.

If you're a fashion-loving, customer-obsessed Store Manager who's ready to bring the buzz to Market Harbour, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply now with your most up-to-date CV and start your next exciting chapter as a Store Manager .

More About The Role
As a Store Manager, your role as ‘shopkeeper’ means you run your own store with an entrepreneurial spirit, with your customers, colleagues and local communities being your number one priority.  You’ll lead your team to ensure the store is a great place for people to work and shop!
Reporting to the Area Manager you will be responsible for: 
 

• Leading a team to create a culture where our customer experience is the best in the market, in line with the Morrisons brand.  Always challenging and thinking of new ways to serve our customers better. 
li>Working hard to get the best out of your store’s commercial performance, treating it as if it was your own business, always thinking of new ways to improve your offering < i> Leading on all people activities including recruitment, induction, training and development, ensuring you build an inclusive culture where everyone is empowered to deliver great customer service. li>Building and managing relationships, understanding the important role your store plays in supporting the local community. 

About You
Our Store Managers typically have prior experience in fast paced, service focused environments such as retail, convenience or the hospitality sector.  This isn’t a must have but you’ll definitely need experience in the following. 

• A assion for spotting and developing talent.
• Ability to coach, motivate and inspire in order to create a successful team culture.
• Ability to influence, listen and understand other perspectives to inspire and think broadly about new ways of doing things. 
li>A passion for rolling up your sleeves to support the team in delivering the store objectives.    < i>High level of resilience and the ability to work through problems. 

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
If you don't meet every single requirement, don't worry.  We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway.  You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
 
How do we say thank you? 

You will play a vital role in our business and have a huge impact on our success so not only will you receive excellent training, support and continued development but we will also offer a competitive salary, and superb benefits package which includes: 

• 1 % discount in Morrisons Daily and Morrisons Supermarket stores
li>Contributory Pension
• 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Access to Health & Wellbeing support 

At Morrisons we're really passionate about our people, and growing our own talent. That's why we have a Leadership School across all work levels in our business. So, wherever you work, if you feel you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'll provide you with all the leadership and technical development to give you the opportunity to succeed.
 
As a Store Manager your hours will be driven by the needs of your customers and the business. So early mornings, late nights and weekends are when you will most likely be working. However, flexibility will be required.
As part of this rewarding role, you may be involved in managing and interacting with children 16 and under, due to our large Home News Delivery operation. Therefore the successful candidate may be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, or if you're based in Scotland, a PVG check before joining the business.
Some of our stores offer their local communities post office services, therefore you may also be required to undergo a P250 check as part of your offer of employment, which includes a financial check. Successful verification of this check by the Post Office is mandatory in order for candidates to start employment.

About The Company
Morrisons acquired the McColl’s business in 2022. Our convenience proposition consists of a network of 1,004 convenience stores and newsagents. Our stores are made up of Morrisons Daily, McColl’s, Martins and R S McColl stores across England, Scotland, and Wales.
Our aim is to be Your Favourite Neighbourhood Shop, providing a great range of quality everyday products and services, close to where people live, so we’re always available when customers need us.
 
Next Steps

Applicants who are shortlisted will be contacted by a recruiter and a screening call will be held. This is an informal call where you will discuss your experience and the role in further detail to identify if you are potentially suitable for the role. 

Following a screening call, if you are deemed suitable, the next and final stage would be an interview with the area manager. Further details will be provided should you make it to this stage.

If you require a reasonable adjustment or support with your application, please contact us.