Assistant Store Manager / Luxury Footwear /London

We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Assistant Store Manager to join a prestigious global luxury footwear brand at their beautiful Chelsea store. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate leader with a strong background in luxury retail, people management, and a client-focused, sales-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Store Manager in overseeing daily store operations and ensuring operational excellence.

• Assist in leading, motivating, and developing a high-performing store team.

• Help manage recruitment, onboarding, and training of new team members.

• Drive sales performance while maintaining an exceptional level of customer service.

• Contribute to setting and achieving store KPIs and commercial targets.

• Support with operational duties such as stock management, staff rotas, disciplinaries, and performance reviews.

• Play an active role in clientelling initiatives and fostering customer loyalty.

Experience & Skills Required:

• Previous management experience within luxury retail, ideally with experience opening new stores.

• Proven ability in recruiting, training, and developing teams.

• Strong leadership skills with a hands-on, positive, and motivating approach.

• Sales-focused mindset with a genuine passion for delivering a world-class client experience.

• Comfortable handling operational processes including people management procedures.

• Experience within a luxury footwear or fashion environment is a strong advantage.

Benefits:

• Generous staff discount

• Uniform allowance

• Monthly commission and bonus opportunities