Assistant Store Manager / Lead Visual Merchandiser (Coal Drops Yard)

Company: Beyond Retro
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Location: London
Job Description:

Our Company:

Welcome to Beyond Retro! We are home to a passionate all-star team of vintage and fashion experts committed to recycling while delivering a one-of-a-kind experience to our fashion-forward customers across Sweden, UK and globally with beyondretro.com. We offer a unique career path defined by creativity and paved with exciting, original fashion sourced from around the world.

Our Culture:

At Beyond Retro, we believe that encouraging you to be your authentic self makes us better. We embrace equal opportunities for all employees. We know that our people are our best asset and we will continue to build and foster an environment that allows our people to feel included, valued and heard. We are committed to constructing and supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce that truly reflects the global communities we operate within and encourages people from all backgrounds to apply

The Position:

Our Assistant Store Managers are passionate, driven, and energetic leaders who play a key role in creating an exceptional shopping experience for every customer. Working closely with the Store Manager, you will support the development of your team, drive strong store performance, and help foster a positive, high performing culture.

At Beyond Retro, we are committed to creating a more sustainable future by offering an alternative to fast fashion. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, not only within your store but across the wider business.

This unique role also includes responsibility for supporting visual merchandising standards across our UK stores. Working in partnership with the Area Manager, you will help implement visual merchandising strategies, share best practices, and ensure our stores consistently deliver the distinctive Beyond Retro brand experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Deliver an exceptional customer experience by providing outstanding service and creating a welcoming shopping environment.
  • Support, coach, and develop team members to help them grow and achieve their full potential.
  • Motivate and inspire the team to achieve sales, service, and operational objectives.
  • Assist in leading and managing all aspects of the day to day operation of the store, ensuring high standards are consistently maintained.
  • Deputise for the Store Manager, taking responsibility for the store in their absence.
  • Partner with the Area Manager to implement visual merchandising strategies and maintain Beyond Retro’s visual standards across UK stores.
  • Share visual merchandising best practices and support other stores in creating inspiring, commercially successful displays.
  • Foster a safe, inclusive, and positive environment for both team members and customers.
  • Lead by example, promoting a collaborative, energetic, and high performing team culture.
  • Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency while supporting Beyond Retro’s sustainability goals.
  • Maintain inventory accuracy, support loss prevention initiatives, and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Champion Beyond Retro’s values by promoting sustainable fashion and delivering an authentic brand experience every day.

Preferred Qualifications/Competencies:

  • Minimum of 2 years of retail experience, preferably in a supervisory or Assistant Store Manager role.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and develop others.
  • Excellent customer service and relationship building skills.
  • Experience in fashion, vintage, or lifestyle retail is considered an asset.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and problem solving abilities.
  • A positive attitude, a collaborative mindset, and a genuine passion for supporting others.
  • A commitment to sustainability and the Beyond Retro brand.

What we can offer you:

  • Career growth and development opportunities.
  • Team member discounts and retail perks.
  • A supportive, inclusive, and values driven culture.
  • The opportunity to make a positive impact by helping build a more sustainable future through circular fashion.

Posted: July 4th, 2026