Assistant Manager – Technology & Computers

Assistant Manager – Technology & Computers

Tallaght | Fonthill | Carrickmines

Are you a retail leader who loves technology, thrives on sales, and enjoys helping customers find the right solution?

Our client, one of Ireland’s leading technology and electrical retailers, is seeking an ambitious Assistant Manager to join one of their high-performing Computers departments. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven retail professional who enjoys consultative selling, leading from the front, and earning excellent commission.

Whether your background is technology, electrical, mobile phones, consumer electronics, furniture, or any other big-ticket retail environment, this role offers genuine career progression, industry-leading training, and the opportunity to significantly increase your earnings through an uncapped commission structure.

The Role

As Assistant Manager, you will support the Store Manager in delivering exceptional commercial performance while leading, coaching, and motivating a high-performing sales team. You will be passionate about delivering outstanding customer experiences, developing your people, and driving department results.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the day-to-day leadership of a busy Computers department
  • Lead, coach, and motivate the sales team to exceed KPIs and sales targets
  • Deliver an exceptional consultative customer experience
  • Drive sales through product knowledge, add-on sales, and solution selling
  • Monitor department performance and identify commercial opportunities
  • Maintain outstanding merchandising, stock presentation, and operational standards
  • Assist with training, coaching, and developing team members
  • Deputise for the Store Manager when required

What We Are Looking For

  • 2+ years’ retail management or supervisory experience
  • A strong track record of delivering sales and leading successful teams
  • Experience selling premium or big-ticket products would be highly advantageous
  • Passion for technology and customer engagement
  • Commercial awareness with a proactive approach to driving performance
  • A confident communicator who enjoys coaching and developing others
  • Highly motivated with ambitions to progress into Store Management

Salary & Benefits

  • €16-€18 per hour (€31,000-€33,000 basic)
  • 35.5-hour weekly contract
  • Paid overtime
  • Uncapped commission
  • Realistic OTE of €50,000+
  • Excellent staff discounts
  • Comprehensive product training
  • Clear progression into Store Management

This opportunity would suit an ambitious Assistant Manager, Department Manager or Team Leader, looking to join a business that genuinely rewards performance, develops talent, and offers excellent long-term career opportunities.

Should you be interested in this Assistant Manager position, or any other retail management opportunities, please apply via the link below or contact Aislinn

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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Assistant Store Manager – Fashion

Assistant Store Manager – Fashion

Our client, a leading fashion and home retail chain dedicated to providing customers with the latest trends in clothing, accessories, and home decor is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to join their team in Ballina, Co. Mayo. With a commitment to exceptional customer service and high-quality products, our client strives to create an enjoyable shopping experience for every visitor.

As Assistant Manager, you will work closely with the Store Manager to ensure the smooth functioning of the store, uphold company standards, and drive sales growth. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about fashion, and delivering excellent customer service.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist the Store Manager in overseeing all aspects of store operations, including sales performance, inventory management, and customer service.
  • Lead by example by providing exceptional customer service and cultivating positive relationships with customers.
  • Train and develop retail associates to enhance their product knowledge, sales skills, and customer service abilities.
  • Execute visual merchandising standards to create an engaging and visually appealing shopping environment.
  • Collaborate with the Store Manager to analyse sales reports and develop strategies to achieve sales targets and maximise profitability.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, including safety and security protocols.
  • Assist in scheduling and staffing to ensure adequate coverage during peak business hours.

Skills and experience required:

  • 3+ years of retail management experience with fashion/homeware.
  • Proven track record of achieving sales targets and delivering excellent customer service.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Detail-oriented with a keen eye for visual merchandising.

Salary package:

  • Up to €40K DOE
  • Great working hours – no late nights
  • Discount

Should you be interested in hearing more about this Assistant Store Manager job please apply with your updated CV and Jade will look after your application.

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Assistant Manager – Fashion

Assistant Store Manager | Ballina, Co. Mayo

Our client, a leading Irish department store retailer, is seeking an experienced Assistant Store Manager to support the leadership of their successful store in Ballina, Co. Mayo. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate retail leader to join a well-established business renowned for its excellent customer offering across fashion, homeware, beauty, and lifestyle categories.

Working closely with the Store Manager, you will play a key role in driving the commercial performance of the store, leading and developing the team, and ensuring an exceptional customer experience. This opportunity is ideally suited to an experienced Assistant Manager or a strong retail Supervisor ready to take the next step in their career.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Store Manager in the day-to-day running and commercial performance of the store.
  • Lead, coach, and motivate the team to achieve sales targets and deliver exceptional customer service.
  • Drive commercial standards, ensuring excellent visual merchandising and stock presentation throughout the store.
  • Monitor sales performance and implement action plans to maximise opportunities and achieve KPIs.
  • Support recruitment, training, and development of the store team.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and health and safety standards.
  • Act as Store Manager in their absence, maintaining high operational and customer service standards.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years’ retail management experience as an Assistant Manager, Department Manager, or Senior Supervisor.
  • Experience within fashion, department store, or high-volume retail is highly desirable.
  • A proven ability to motivate and develop teams within a fast-paced retail environment.
  • Strong commercial awareness with a passion for delivering excellent customer service.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
  • A hands-on approach with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Package

  • Salary of €38,000 – €40,000 DOE
  • Staff discount
  • Pension scheme
  • Enhanced sick pay benefits
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Career development and progression opportunities

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply with your updated CV via the link provided. For more retail management opportunities, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or for a confidential discussion, contact Aislinn 01 871 7604.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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Head Chef

Excel Recruitment are excited in searching for a Head Chef one of Galway‘s renowned Gastro Bars,

This is a Gastro Bar, renowned for its quality food and service are seeking an experienced Head Chef.

We are seeking applications from interested candidates who have worked at Head Chef level in a busy restaurant, bar or hotel who has a passion for outstanding food quality and excellent customer service. This person will understand the importance of training and coaching a team to ensure standards are maintained at all times.

The successful candidate will:

  • Hold a formal culinary qualification
  • Have experience in a high-end restaurant, gastro bar of 4 Star hotel kitchen
  • Understand kitchen management systems including inventory management, margins, food safety, health and safety
  • Have a passion for producing high quality food, adapting menus to offer seasonal produce
  • Have excellent communication skills and lead a kitchen team from the front

If you are interested in this Head Chef role, please submit your CV or contact John in our Galway Office on 0877044452

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Deli Supervisor Limerick

Deli Supervisor

€15.50 per hour | Full-Time | Limerick

Excel Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Deli Supervisor to join a busy convenience retail store in Limerick.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established business with a strong reputation for quality fresh food and excellent customer service. The successful Deli Supervisor will play a key role in leading the deli team, maintaining high food standards, and ensuring customers enjoy an outstanding shopping experience every day.

Responsibilities

* Support the day-to-day running of the deli department

* Lead, motivate and support the deli team to deliver exceptional customer service

* Prepare and present fresh food to the highest quality standards

* Ensure HACCP, food safety and hygiene procedures are followed at all times

* Monitor stock levels, minimise waste and assist with stock ordering

* Maintain excellent merchandising standards and a clean, organised work area

* Assist with training and developing team members

Requirements

* Previous experience working in a deli, food service or convenience retail environment

* Experience supervising or leading a team would be an advantage

* Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety procedures

* A passion for fresh food and delivering an excellent customer experience

* Strong communication and organisational skills

* A positive attitude with the ability to thrive in a busy environment

Benefits

* Competitive hourly rate of €15.50 per hour

* Full-time, permanent opportunity

* Supportive and friendly working environment

* Ongoing training and career development opportunities

* Excellent opportunity to progress within a growing retail business

Closing & How to Apply

If you’re an experienced Deli Supervisor or an ambitious deli professional ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today with your up-to-date CV. If you would like to discuss this opportunity or similar retail roles in confidence, please contact Nikki at Excel Recruitment.

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Learning & Development Specialist

Learning & Development Specialist- Cork

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Learning & Development Specialist to join a leading Irish organisation on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping the organisation’s learning and development strategy, partnering with leaders across the business to design, deliver and embed innovative learning solutions that enhance performance.

This role offers a competitive salary of €60,000 – €65,000, hybrid working and exposure to senior leadership.

What’s on Offer?

  • Competitive salary of €60,000 – €65,000
  • Hybrid working model
  • 12-month fixed-term contract
  • Company pension scheme
  • Opportunity to join a highly respected and successful Irish organisation
  • High-profile role with exposure to senior leadership
  • Opportunity to lead impactful learning and development initiatives
  • Collaborative, innovative and people-first culture
  • Excellent professional development opportunities

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop and deliver engaging learning and development programmes across the organisation
  • Partner with business leaders to identify training needs and develop capability-building initiatives
  • Support leadership development, succession planning and talent management programmes
  • Facilitate both classroom and virtual training sessions
  • Coordinate onboarding and induction programmes for new employees
  • Manage the Learning Management System (LMS) and ensure training records remain accurate
  • Evaluate learning effectiveness through feedback, reporting and performance metrics
  • Develop blended learning solutions including digital and e-learning content
  • Support organisational change initiatives through targeted learning interventions
  • Work closely with HR and senior leadership to align learning initiatives with business objectives
  • Promote a culture of continuous learning, development and employee engagement
  • Monitor industry trends and introduce innovative learning practices where appropriate

About You:

  • Previous experience in a Learning & Development, Talent Development or Organisational Development role
  • Experience designing and delivering learning programmes within a fast-paced environment
  • Strong facilitation and presentation skills
  • Experience supporting leadership development and management capability programmes
  • Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
  • Strong project management and organisational skills
  • Experience using Learning Management Systems and digital learning platforms
  • Commercially minded with the ability to align learning initiatives to business objectives
  • Excellent communication and influencing skills
  • Third-level qualification in Human Resources, Learning & Development, Business or a related discipline

Why Apply?

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a market-leading organisation where you will have the opportunity to influence learning strategy, develop future leaders and make a lasting impact on organisational performance.

All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence.

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Assistant Manager

Assistant Store Manager – Kilkenny City

** 1 year maternity contract

Our client, a prestigious Irish design-led retail chain specialising in premium fashion and gifts, are seeking an Assistant Manager to support the management of their beautiful retail space within the heart of Kilkenny City.

Showcasing Irish design, fashion, jewellery, homeware and gifts, alongside a popular on-site restaurant, this is an exciting opportunity for a Retail Supervisor or Assistant Manager looking to progress their career with one of Ireland’s most recognised retail brands.

Working within a beautiful, high-footfall destination, you will support the day-to-day operation of the retail store, lead and develop the team, and ensure exceptional customer service and commercial standards. This role will suit an ambitious retail leader with energy, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for delivering first-class customer experiences.

This is a one-year contract role covering maternity leave

Responsibilities of this Assistant Store Manager job include:

  • Support the Store Manager to lead, coach, and motivate the team to deliver excellent customer service and strong commercial results.
  • Drive sales through product knowledge, consultative selling, link selling, and repeat customer engagement.
  • Maintain high store standards across merchandising, presentation, stock control, and brand consistency.
  • Monitor key store KPIs including sales, margin, conversion, stock loss, ATV, and customer experience.
  • Ensure customers receive a warm, personal, and knowledgeable service experience.

Requirements for this Assistant Store Manager job include:

  • 2 years + Assistant Manager or retail supervisor experience with the ambition to step up and help lead the team.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and develop a team.
  • Commercially aware, with confidence working to sales targets, KPIs, budgets, and store reports and driving your team to achieve them.
  • Passionate about customer satisfaction, consultative selling, and premium service.
  • Personable, engaging, and confident in building rapport with customers and colleagues.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Manager or a strong retail supervisor who wants to join a beautiful, customer-focused retail environment with a strong culture of product training, personality-led service, and consultative selling.

If you are interested in this Assistant Store Manager job, or any other jobs on the Excel Recruitment website, please apply directly below or contact Aislinn

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Store Manager – Arts & Stationery

Store Manager – Arts & Stationery

We are seeking an enthusiastic and hands-on Store Manager to lead a small, high-energy retail store the heart of Galway City. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced retail leader who enjoys working in a creative, product-led environment and is passionate about delivering an exceptional customer experience while developing a high-performing team.

You will lead a small team, creating a fun, engaging atmosphere for both customers and colleagues while driving the overall success of the store.

Package:

  • Salary: €34,000
  • 21 days annual leave, increasing with service
  • Staff discount

Key Responsibilities of this Store Manager job include:

  • Oversee the day-to-day running of the store, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
  • Lead, motivate, and develop a small team to deliver excellent customer service and strong commercial results.
  • Deliver an engaging and friendly customer experience at all times.
  • Drive sales and achieve store targets through effective leadership on the shop floor.
  • Maintain high standards of merchandising, stock control, and overall store presentation.
  • Manage store administration, reporting, and operational processes.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and health and safety standards.
  • Identify opportunities to improve store performance and customer engagement.

Requirements for this Store Manager job include:

  • Previous experience as a Store Manager or an experienced Assistant Store Manager ready to step into a Store Manager position.
  • A passion for working in a creative or product-focused retail environment.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop a small team.
  • A hands-on, energetic, and customer-focused management style.
  • Strong commercial awareness with a proven ability to drive sales and store performance.
  • Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

Should you be interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please apply via the link or contact Aislinn on 01 871 7604.

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Assistant Manager – Jewellery

Assistant Store Manager – Jewellery

Our client, a well-established and highly regarded premium jewellery retailer in the heart of Dublin City Centre is seeking an experienced Assistant Store Manager to support the leadership of one of the city’s most beautiful destinations.

This is an exciting job opportunity for an ambitious Retail Manager from a premium fashion, lifestyle, luxury or customer led retail background who has a genuine passion for jewellery and creating exceptional customer experiences.

Working alongside the store manager you will play a key role in leading, coaching and inspiring the team, driving commercial performance and delivering a personalised shopping experience.

This role offers excellent retail working hours with no late-night trading, along with a clear and attainable progression plan.

Responsibilities of this Luxury Assistant Manager job

· Support the Store Manager in leading, coaching, and motivating the team to deliver excellent customer service and strong commercial results

· Drive sales through product knowledge, consultative selling, link selling, and repeat customer engagement, making each in-store experience feel special

· Maintain high store standards across visual merchandising, presentation, stock control, and brand consistency

· Monitor key store KPIs including sales, conversion, ATV, stock loss, and customer experience

· Support the daily running of the store and confidently step up in the Store Manager’s absence

· Assist with recruitment, onboarding, training, and ongoing team development

Requirements for this Assistant Manager job

· 3+ years’ retail management or strong supervisory experience, within a premium fashion, jewellery or similar luxury environment

· Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and develop a high-performing team.

· Commercially aware, with confidence working to sales targets, KPIs, store reports, and bonus-driven environments.

· Passionate about customer satisfaction, premium service, and creating a memorable in-store experience.

· Personable, engaging, and confident in building rapport with customers and colleagues.

· Highly organised with excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and strong visual merchandising standards.

This is a brilliant opportunity for an Assistant Manager or an experienced retail supervisor who wants to join a premium jewellery retail environment with no late nights, a competitive salary and bonus structure, strong training, and a clear progression path.

If you are interested in this Assistant Manager job, or any other jobs on the Excel Recruitment website, please apply directly below or contact Aislinn.

All applications are handled in the strictest confidence.

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Department Manager – Grocery Retail

Department Manager – Grocery Retail

Our client, a leading international retail chain renowned for quality across food, home and lifestyle, is seeking to recruit an experienced Department Manager for their Grocery department in their store in Dundrum.

This opportunity is ideally suited to a people-focused retail leader from a high-volume environment, with strong experience in team development, coaching, motivation and succession planning. The successful candidate will have a proven ability to drive performance through an engaged team while delivering exceptional operational standards and customer experience.

Previous grocery or food retail management experience is essential for this role.

Package & Benefits:

  • €45-50k
  • 20% colleague discount
  • Pension & Life Assurance
  • Discretionary bonus scheme
  • 39-hour working week
  • 24/7 Virtual GP and PAM Assist support for you and your family
  • 25 days annual leave
  • Maternity support

Key Responsibilities of this Department manager job include:

  • Coach, inspire and develop your team to achieve their full potential, recognising success, driving engagement and proactively managing performance.
  • Drive store KPIs, sales growth and profitability by leading a motivated, customer-focused and high-performing team.
  • Take ownership of the day-to-day operations of your department, ensuring outstanding standards, operational efficiency and a seamless customer experience.
  • Support the Store Manager in delivering commercial success by identifying opportunities to improve sales, productivity, customer experience and operational performance.
  • Foster an inclusive, supportive and high-performance culture that encourages collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Champion exceptional customer service, ensuring every customer receives a first-class shopping experience while maintaining the highest standards across the department.

Skills & Requirements for this Department Manager job include:

  • 3+ years’ management experience within a high-volume grocery or retail environment.
  • Proven ability to lead, coach and develop high-performing teams while fostering a culture of engagement, accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to analyse KPIs, identify opportunities and drive sales and profitability.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the business.
  • Experience managing multiple departments or product categories, including Foodhall, Fashion and Home, is highly desirable.

If you are interested in this Grocery Department Manager opportunity, please upload your updated CV via the link provided. For more opportunities like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or contact Aislinn 01 871 7604.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.

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