At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic team and enhance customer satisfaction in a thriving opticians branch.
- Company: Join Leightons, a family-owned opticians with a rich history since 1928.
- Benefits: Enjoy a £5,000 welcome bonus, gym contributions, staff discounts, and 27 days holiday!
- Other info: Embrace diversity and inclusion in a workplace that values every individual.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in management while growing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Must be a qualified Dispensing Optician with strong people management skills.
The predicted salary is between 28350 - 34650 £ per year.
Are you an experienced Dispensing Optician searching for a new and exciting opportunity in management? Leightons Opticians and Hearing Care are actively searching for a Branch Manager to join our wonderful team situated in Addlestone!
A bit about us: Leightons is a retail opticians and audiology business, founded in 1928. We are proudly independent, family-owned and family run and believe our people are the key to success and longevity. Leightons have grown to have 37 stores, all special and unique.
The role: As Branch Manager, you will report directly into the Area Manager with the goal of enhancing branch growth whilst maintaining staff and customer relationships. Core responsibilities behind the position will include:
- Managing the customer relationships, ensuring customer levels of satisfaction remain at their targeted level
- Deliver business results by promoting strategies within branch to enhance performance
- Planning for the future. Setting and achieving realistic business goals by establishing priorities, actions and milestones
- Guiding your team, ensuring they remain motivated and continue to excel within their defined roles
Am I suitable? This is an ideal position for an experienced Dispensing Optician with a strong commercial mindset. You will need to possess strong communication skills with a strong aptitude for people management, ensuring you are able to lead, motivate and guide the team.
Mandatory Requirements:
- Qualified Dispensing Optician
- Fully Registered with the GOC
Benefits:
- Access to Leightons Learning Academy
- Contribution Towards Gym/Club Memberships
- Staff discounts
- Bonus scheme to earn more on top of your base pay!
- 27 days holiday + bank holidays!
We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and creating a workplace culture in which diversity and inclusion is valued and everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As part of our zero-tolerance approach to discrimination in any form, you and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation (Protected Characteristics).
Locations
Branch Manager - Addlestone (5,000 Welcome Bonus) employer: Leightons Opticians & Hearing Care
Leightons Opticians and Hearing Care is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values diversity and promotes employee growth. Located in Addlestone, the company provides numerous benefits including access to the Leightons Learning Academy, contributions towards gym memberships, and a generous bonus scheme, all while fostering a family-run atmosphere that prioritises staff well-being and customer satisfaction.
Contact Details:
Leightons Opticians & Hearing Care Recruitment Team
