Senior Flagship Assistant Store Manager - Oxford Street
Description
As Assistant Store Manager of our flagship, you’ll be at the heart of one of the most exciting retail environments in the UK. You’ll support the Store Manager in driving performance, shaping the customer experience, and leading a large, dynamic team.
This isn’t a typical Assistant Manager role — it’s a platform. A launchpad. A chance to operate at a senior level, with exposure to directors and leaders who regularly visit the store to see what “best in class” looks like.
About You
You’re not just passionate about retail and product — you live and breathe it. You understand what exceptional service looks like, and you know how to inspire a team to deliver it consistently.
You’ll bring:
Proven leadership experience in fashion retail
A track record of driving service standards and team performance
Confidence operating in a high‑profile, fast‑paced environment
Strong communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels
A customer‑obsessed mindset with a sharp eye for detail
The ambition to grow into a senior leadership role
Ideal for candidates currently working as: Store Management especially those ready for a bigger stage.
You’ll be responsible for:
Delivering a world‑class customer experience that sets the benchmark for the entire estate
Leading, inspiring, and developing a high‑performing team
Owning key operational and commercial responsibilities
Acting as Store Manager when required, confidently stepping into full leadership
Driving innovation, service excellence, and continuous improvement
Representing the store during senior leadership visits and brand partner walk‑throughs
We’ll invest heavily in your development, offering structured training, regular coaching, and opportunities to progress into senior management. Many of our leaders started exactly where you are now.
Why This Role Is Special
It’s our flagship store — the most visible, high‑impact location in the business
You’ll work closely with senior directors and brand partners
You’ll influence retail standards across the entire estate
You’ll be part of a high‑performing, passionate team
You’ll have genuine opportunities to progress quickly
This is the kind of role that transforms careers.
Diversity & Inclusion
We’re committed to building teams that reflect the diversity of our customers and communities. Different perspectives make us stronger, more creative, and more connected. We want people who bring their whole selves to work and feel inspired by the people around them.
Our Recruitment Process
If your application stands out, we’ll invite you for a face‑to‑face conversation in store. It’s informal, open, and honest — a chance for us to get to know you and for you to experience the energy of the flagship environment.
We want to hear your story, your ambitions, and why this role excites you.
- Department
- Retail
- Role
- Assistant Store Manager
- Locations
- Oxford Street Store
Oxford Street Store
Life at Footasylum
No two days are the same. We encourage autonomy, creativity, imagination and ambition to be fuelled by the core principle that we create an environment for our colleagues to be successful. People who are motivated by being part of a successful team, whilst having the opportunity to express their passion and make a difference are who we want. We have a high performing, energetic environment and we want you to be a part of it. Sound like something you want to be a part of? Check out our latest Footasylum jobs today.
About Footasylum
We’ve been the go-to for the freshest trainer and apparel releases since 2005, whether it’s big name brands or emerging bedroom labels we’ve got it covered. With over 65 high-street stores across the UK, we’re taking over the high street one step at a time.