Full job description Store Manager – Vision Express Clapham Common

Lead a premium optical business. Inspire a high-performing team. Deliver exceptional customer experiences.

We’re looking for an experienced Store Manager to lead our Vision Express store in Clapham Common. This is a unique opportunity to manage a successful Joint Venture store, leading from the front and creating an environment where both colleagues and customers thrive.

Following a recent refit, the store is in excellent condition and provides a fantastic setting to deliver the premium service Vision Express is known for.

What You’ll Do

• Take full responsibility for the day-to-day leadership of the store and team
• Lead, coach and develop colleagues through regular 1:1s and performance conversations
• Create a culture focused on exceptional customer service and patient care
• Drive NPS, commercial performance and key business KPIs from the shop floor
• Lead by example, inspiring your team to deliver outstanding results
• Ensure the store operates to the highest standards of compliance, presentation and service
• Partner closely with the Joint Venture Partner to support continued success and business growth

What You’ll Get

• £350 towards frames or designer sunglasses, with unlimited spend on lenses
• 33 days holiday with buy/sell options
• Family & friends discounts plus free eye tests
• Employee wellbeing support
• Opportunities to support global vision through the OneSight Foundation

Earn More at Vision Express

As a Store Manager, you’ll benefit from a competitive bonus scheme that rewards strong store performance. Your leadership has a direct impact on customer experience, team engagement and commercial success.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience as a Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager or equivalent leadership role
• A strong customer service background in retail, hospitality or another customer-focused environment
• Proven ability to lead, coach and develop high-performing teams
• Experience conducting effective 1:1s and managing performance positively
• Strong commercial awareness and a track record of delivering KPI results
• A hands-on leader who enjoys being present on the shop floor
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to motivate and inspire others

Why Vision Express?

With over 590 stores across the UK, Ireland and Jersey, we’re a leading optical retailer and growing med-tech business. As a Store Manager at Vision Express, you’ll receive industry-leading training, ongoing development and the opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Store Manager who enjoys people leadership, thrives in a customer-centric environment and wants to make a real impact within a successful Joint Venture business.

Ready to become our next Store Manager? Apply now.