Assistant Manager

International Luxury Fashion House
Now Hiring in Melbourne



The Brand |

This American Fashion House is an institution, renowned globally for its approach to accessible luxury. Proud of its American heritage, the brand is known for exceptional leather goods, signature designs and a strong commitment to quality and craftsmanship.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven Assistant Store Manager to join their high-performing team at Essendon DFO. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced retail leader who loves fast-paced environments, developing teams and delivering an exceptional customer experience.



The Role |

Working closely with the Store Manager, you will help lead, inspire and develop the team while driving strong commercial results and delivering an elevated customer experience.

You will also:

  • Build a positive, collaborative and high-performing team culture

  • Support the Store Manager in driving sales, productivity and profitability

  • Coach and develop the team to achieve individual and store KPIs

  • Lead from the floor, delivering exceptional service and building strong client relationships

  • Support rostering, wage management, visual merchandising and operational standards

  • Implement effective sales strategies and identify opportunities to improve store performance

  • Maintain strong communication across the team and wider business


The Skillset |

  • 1-2+ years of retail management experience, ideally within outlet, premium or fashion retail

  • Strong leadership, coaching and team development skills

  • A commercial mindset with experience working towards sales targets and KPIs

  • Strong clientelling and CRM experience

  • Experience managing wages, visual merchandising and store operations

  • Confidence working within a fast-paced, high-volume retail environment

  • Excellent communication skills and a positive, hands-on leadership style


The Offer |

  • Generous salary package plus bonus structure

  • Interstate and international development opportunities

  • Generous employee product discounts

  • Global learning and development opportunities with genuine career progression

  • Supportive and collaborative working environment

  • Strong partnership with the wider Support Office team

  • Wellness initiatives including EAP support

  • Opportunity to join an established global fashion house with long-term career opportunities.


Apply with Lucy |

If this sounds like you, reach out to Lucy for a confidential chat.

lucy@thetalentmill.com.au


 
 

The Talent Mill Recruitment division is a bespoke consultancy and talent acquisition specialist within the fashion, lifestyle and retail industries. With more than 10 years specialist expertise with luxury, lifestyle & fashion brands globally we discover, recognize, and connect inspiring individuals to the most desirable brands as a trusted support to founder-led start-ups, SME’s and multinational corporations within the fashion & retail industry.    

Recruitment – but make it ethical not transactional.  Quality over quantity – always. Truly consultative and delivered at pace.  We hold a genuine passion and expertise for the industries we support, and offer a unique and modern recruitment proposition – one where we develop long term, meaningful connections, add value and deliver an unforgettable service.   


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