Store Manager - Niche Jewellers HQ in Edinburgh

Welcome to BLACKGOLD INTERNATIONAL, the UK's recruitment hub for a prestigious Store Manager position within the UK. We source fantastic UK job opportunities and take care of your UKVI Skilled Workers visa formalities if coming from another country. The UK is home to one of the most advanced and prestigious jewellers stores in Edinburgh.

GOOD NEWS! You will be joining a Blackgold International approved organisation that has obtained government sponsor registration through the Blackgold Plus Sponsor Licensing System. This assures you of being sponsored by a stable high-quality employer.

Are you an ambitious, passionate, and super skilled individual in the niche bespoke retail sector? Are you ready for a new lifetime opportunity to do amazing work and unleash your potential to the max? Are you ready to discover a brighter, more rewarding and prosperous future for you and your family in the UK?

Position: Store Manager - Niche Jewellers HQ

Employer: Niche Jewellers

Gross annual salary: £28,000 to £34,000 (depending on designation)

UK location: Edinburgh, Scotland

Working days/hours: up to 37/45 hours within a 5-day week

Benefits: 28 days paid holiday (pro rata), income boosting incentives, employer's workplace pension, and more

Prospects: Bonuses, promotion, recognition, and reward for outstanding performance and commitment

As well as being commercially aware, you will be responsible for delivering a high standard of customer service to our clients and maintaining a beautifully presented store. The role involves:

• Implementing systematic procedures for securely storing merchandise in vaults at the end of each business day.
• Ensuring the vault is organized and that high-value items are stored properly to prevent damage.
• Implementing TDI (Theft Deterrent Inventory) and maintaining security within the store, supervising the handling of merchandise and cash.
• Managing accounting and inventory management, including ordering stock, receiving deliveries, and conducting regular inventory audits.
• Overseeing banking functions related to the store.
• Ensuring daily operations run smoothly, keeping the store well-organized and clean.
• Recruiting, training, and supervising staff, ensuring high performance and morale.
• Setting and achieving sales goals, motivating the team to meet targets.
• Handling customer inquiries and complaints, providing exceptional service.
• Coordinating with our e-commerce team to ensure seamless integration between our online and physical store.
• Displaying showcase jewellery and developing timelines and schedules for completion of bespoke orders.
• Overseeing all work done as part of the project and ensuring site security and health & safety measures.
• Monitoring project progress and setting deadlines.
• Mentoring and providing guidance to junior employees, where applicable.

To qualify for selection, you must have the following minimum requirements:

• Eligibility to live and work in the UK.
• Successful project management with strong leadership and management skills.
• The knowledge and capability of working to the highest quality standards with state-of-the-art equipment.
• Familiarity with brand projects, such as materials, teams, and technology.

In addition, you should also have:

• Achievement and results-driven mindset with an eye for detail.
• Critical thinking and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a passion for luxury retail.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Outstanding organisation and time management skills with the ability to work to deadlines.
• Creativity, energy, and passion for delivering excellence.
• A hardworking, fastidious, and conscientious attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and under pressure.

Boost your chances of being shortlisted by sending a short personal video introduction in addition to your CV. This will enhance your profile and make a positive impression. Please also send any commendations and references.

This vacancy is open to UK residents as well as worldwide candidates, including Tier 4 UK graduates with relevant auto engineering qualifications seeking UKVI Skilled Worker (T2) visa sponsorship.

Important note: Overseas applicants should note that fees/charges relating to UK job procurement are borne by them; however, some assistance may be possible subject to sponsor terms and conditions. If you are eligible for the post and agree to the aforementioned in principle, we will send you full details and related costs of UK employment and visa formalities.

UK applicants may be asked for proof of right to work in the UK (e.g., passport copy or other eligible evidence) to be sent by email or post before calling for an on-site interview. Failure to provide this may result in rejection of your application.

GOOD NEWS: The UKVI Skilled Workers visa leads to eligibility for settlement in the UK after 5 years. Plus, your spouse/family can also enter and reside with you on a dependent visa whilst in the UK.

Please note that Blackgold International does NOT ask for upfront payment for shortlisting your CV for this vacancy. Blackgold International is a nationwide recruitment and immigration services organisation serving UK commerce and industry. We are a government Immigration Advice Authority regulated immigration adviser with specialist expertise in dealing with UKVI Skilled Workers sponsorship formalities for both employees and employers.

Closing date: 07.05.2025