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Team Manager
Team Manager (Fashion/Homeware Retail)
Salary: From £27,034 per year
Working Pattern: Full-time (38 hours per week) Contract Type: Permanent
About Matalan
From its beginnings to becoming an innovator in retail, Matalan continues to evolve. Our culture is built on inclusivity, where everyone brings their true selves to work, fostering creativity, openness, and growth. We champion equality for all and believe team collaboration strengthens our success.
We are committed to supporting every candidate’s performance throughout the recruitment process and beyond. If you require adjustments or accommodations during application or interviews, please let us know. Due to high demand, this role may close early—apply as soon as possible if interested.
About The Role
Position: Team Manager Sector: Fashion/Homeware Retail
As a Team Manager, you’ll embody Matalan’s values and behaviours, drive sales, and lead a high-performing, dynamic team. Key responsibilities include:
- Coaching and motivating staff as part of the store management team
- Covering store operations in the absence of the Store Manager
- Using customer feedback to enhance the shopping experience
- Leading sales initiatives and identifying new opportunities
- Implementing seasonal layouts and localised visual merchandising
- Opening, closing, and managing store operations
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This role is ideal if you’re looking to build a career in Retail Management with Matalan.
Core Responsibilities:
- Drive sales targets and generate opportunities
- Demonstrate exceptional customer service, embodying Matalan’s values
- Lead visual merchandising and seasonal layouts
- Oversee store openings/closes and operational procedures
- Develop team members through coaching and regular feedback
Benefits
Matalan offers a competitive compensation package plus the following benefits:
- 20% colleague discount (increases with tenure)
- 25 days annual leave (prorated for part-time) + bank holidays
- Optional holiday buy scheme: Up to 5 extra days/year
- Additional free day to support wellbeing
- Thrive Recognition Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme & specialised wellbeing support
- Life assurance
- Retail Rewards platform: Discounts across major retailers
- Company pension scheme
- Access to career development opportunities
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Note: Additional benefits may vary by role and business area.
About You (Requirements)
To thrive in this role, we seek candidates with:
- Proven experience in Fashion or Homeware Retail (similar managerial role)
- Strong leadership skills, including:
- Confident communication
- Ability to engage and motivate teams
- Experience providing leadership in previous roles
- Knowledge of Visual Merchandising (VM)
- Commercial acumen to identify sales opportunities and drive innovation
- Operational expertise—understanding retail processes while cost-conscious
- Adaptability under pressure in fast-paced environments
Charge ahead—your next step in retail leadership could start here!
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