Assistant Store Manager
| Company: | Edinburgh Woollen Mill |
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| Salary: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3HE |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 20 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 19 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Gleneagles is part of The Edinburgh Woollen Mill, a business committed to delivering quality products, great value, and excellent service. As a major national retailer with more than 200 stores across High Streets, Garden Centres, Tourist locations, and larger Destination Stores, we take pride in controlling our product development and supply chain. This ensures we offer the finest yarns and fabrics that fit well, feel great, and stand the test of time. Our store teams are knowledgeable, friendly, and dedicated to providing a personal shopping experience.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Store Manager to join our team at Gleneagles, Bowness. Our store is located in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, one of the Lake District’s most popular and picturesque destinations. Known for its stunning lakeside views, thriving tourism, and vibrant mix of independent shops and attractions, Bowness offers a lively and fast-paced retail environment. With high footfall from both locals and visitors, the store provides a dynamic setting where no two days are the same.
What’s in it for you?
• Be part of a forward-thinking business with excellent career prospects.
• Work in a supportive and dynamic team.
• Company pension.
• Staff discount.
About the Role
We are looking for a well-rounded, commercially minded retail manager who is proactive and confident working on their own initiative. Fashion retail experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided. Ideally, you will have previous experience in management or supervisory roles within a retail environment.