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Zest Business Group
Optical Practice Manager - Edinburgh (Old Town) - GBP34,922
Midlothian
Contact Zest Business Group
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 2 days ago
- Salary
- 34000.00 - 34900.00 GBP Annual
- Recruiter
- Zest Business Group
- Closes
- 14 Sep 2026
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Optical Practice Manager Edinburgh (Old Town) GBP34,922.08
Full-time, 40 hours per weekGBP34,922.08 salaryEdinburgh Old TownIndependent eyewear brand
A leading independent eyewear brand is looking for an Optical Practice Manager to lead their Edinburgh Old Town store.
This is a hands-on leadership role within a small team of 4, where you'll take ownership of day-to-day operations, team development, and the customer experience. The focus is on delivering a modern, service-led approach to eyewear while maintaining strong commercial performance.
Optical Practice Manager - Role
You'll be responsible for the smooth running of the store and leading the team day to day. This is a varied role combining leadership, dispensing, and operational responsibility.
Key responsibilities
Lead the day-to-day running of the store and take ownership of performanceManage and support a small team, driving accountability and developmentOversee dispensing activity and support complex customer needsDrive commercial performance using sales insight and KPIsMaintain high standards across service, presentation, and operationsSupport recruitment, onboarding, and training where requiredManage stock control, compliance, and store processesAct as a key ambassador for the brand in-storeOptical Practice Manager - Requirements
Experience managing an optical retail storeStrong people leadership skills with a hands-on approachCommercial awareness and confidence using sales dataStrong customer service standards with attention to detailClear communication and an organised, calm approachComfortable working in a small team environmentProactive and able to take full ownership of the roleSalary and Benefits
GBP34,922.08 salaryFull-time, 40 hours per week including weekends on rotaComplimentary spectacles and staff discountsHoliday flexibility including buy and sell schemeCycle to work schemeLife assurancePaid time off for important life momentsThis is a chance to take real ownership of a store within an independent business that is actively shaping a more modern approach to eyewear. You'll have autonomy, responsibility, and the opportunity to directly influence both team culture and commercial performance. If you enjoy building structure, developing people, and being close to the detail while still driving results, this is a role where you can make a clear impact.
To apply, send your CV or call for more information.
Ad ID: 5418829285
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