Optical Practice Manager

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  • Bristol Area
  • £35,000-45,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
  • Apply easily
Practice Manager – Bristol City CentreAt Inspired Recruitment Group, we understand that exploring a new job opportunity can feel like a big step. That’s why we approach every conversation with care, confidentiality, and absolutely no pressure. If you’re an experienced Practice Manager looking for a fresh start in a supportive, well-established practice, we’re here to help you take that step at your own pace.The OpportunityWe are working with a well-established optical practice in the heart of Bristol city centre, who are seeking a dynamic and experienced Practice Manager to lead their thriving team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, thrives on people management, and has a strong understanding of the optical industry.This store has recently undergone a full refit, boasts 9 fully equipped test rooms (as well as another 2 dedicated to hearcare), They are about to launch its new Hearcare service in December—making it an exciting time to join the team.About the Practice
  • Location: High street location in Bristol City Centre
  • Facilities: 2 floors, 9 test rooms, plus 2 hearcare rooms
  • Team: 18–19 staff daily, 40 team members in total, including 3–4 supervisors
  • Trading Hours: 37.5 hours per week, including one weekend day (shifts 9:30am – 6:00pm or 9:50am – 5:30pm)
Why Join This Practice?
  • Exciting opportunity for a retail manager with an optical background to drive the practice, achieve targets (10% increase) and manage a friendly, ambitious and hard working team.
  • Be part of and lead from the front of a large, friendly, and collaborative team
  • Brand-new store refit just completed
  • Hearcare service launching soon, adding a new dimension to the business
Your RoleAs Practice Manager, you will:
  • Lead and motivate a large team
  • Drive store performance and KPIs, including Average Transaction Value and conversion rates
  • Oversee staff training, appraisals, interviews, and disciplinaries
  • Work closely with the directors to implement business development plans
  • Ensure an exceptional customer experience at every touchpoint
What We’re Looking For
  • Proven experience managing a team within the optical sector
  • Strong leadership and communication skills – able to lead from the front
  • Commercially driven, with experience of working towards KPIs and P&L understanding
  • Dynamic, adaptable, and ready for a challenge
  • Ideally a qualified dispensing optician (although this is not essential)
Salary & Benefits
  • Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 (dependent on experience)
  • Holidays: 20 days + Bank Holidays
  • Additional Benefits: Medical and dental cover
  • Bonus: Currently no structured bonus, but open to discussion
We Keep Things Simple and SupportiveAt Inspired Recruitment Group, we don’t believe in pushy or pressured tactics. Whether you’re actively job hunting or just quietly curious about what else is out there, we’re here for a confidential, no-obligation chat. We treat every conversation with respect and honesty—and we’re with you every step of the way if you decide to move forward.When you’re ready, get in touch with Chris at Inspired Recruitment Group:
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Contact Chris at Inspired Recruitment Group on 0121 778 6999
WhatsApp: 07926455077
Email: chris@inspiredselections.co.uk
Website: www.inspiredselections.co.ukWhat happens next?
Once you have applied, one of our experienced team members will give you a call to discuss the role in more detail. We’ll review your experience, talk through your goals, and if it’s a great match, we’ll arrange an interview for you.#INDGNRC

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