Assistant Shop Manager (Tenby) at Cancer Research UK

Endless pre-loved items. A talented team. One clear purpose.
Retail Assistant Manager

• Salary: £12.07 – £14.06
• Reports to: Shop Manager
• Department: Trading
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Hours: Part-time, 15 hours per week
• Location: Tenby
• Closing Date: Open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the vacancy will close once enough applications are received.

Important: You must have the right to work in the UK to apply. Cancer Research UK cannot offer visa sponsorship for this role.

The internal job title for this position is Assistant Shop Manager.

Join Us in Beating Cancer

At Cancer Research UK, our mission is to beat cancer.

We’re professionals with purpose, working tirelessly to make progress every day. But we need to do even more, and we’re looking for talented individuals who share our vision—someone like you.

We’re on the hunt for a motivated Assistant Shop Manager to join our trading team. In this role, you’ll act as an ambassador for Cancer Research UK, working closely with the Shop Manager and team to maximise income through people, resources, and stock.

Every day in this lively and vibrant environment brings new opportunities, whether it’s discovering the latest high street trends, connecting with the local community, or uncovering hidden talents you didn’t know you had.

Most importantly, you’ll be surrounded by a team as dedicated to beating cancer as you are.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Supporting the Shop Manager to lead, inspire, and engage a diverse team of paid staff and volunteers.
• Assisting with the commercial operations of the store, including stock management, shop standards, merchandising, store layout, and income generation.
• Delivering excellent customer and supporter service by leading by example.
• Helping the Shop Manager achieve targets related to donated stock, cash, gift aid, average selling price, stock turnover, and stock processing.
• Building strong relationships within the local community and with Cancer Research UK colleagues.
• Supporting the Shop Manager in organising and executing creative fundraising events to achieve store fundraising goals.
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety, safeguarding, security, administration, and HR policies.
• Stepping in to deputise for the Shop Manager when they are absent.

What Skills Do You Need?

• A solid understanding of what makes for exceptional customer service.
• Experience working in a lively and dynamic environment.
• The ability to adapt to changing situations and work effectively on your own when needed.
• Strong commercial awareness.
• Great communication skills and the ability to build relationships.
• Ideally, supervisory experience and a background in, or knowledge of, retail and fashion.

For full details, download the role profile.

What Will You Gain?

Every team member contributes to our progress and helps support our fight against cancer. We value your dedication and ensure you’re supported with:

• A generous benefits package.
• Career development and personal growth opportunities.
• High-quality tools, policies, and processes to help you succeed.
• A substantial retirement plan, flexible leave allowances, and discounts on a wide range of products and services.

You’ll be part of work that changes the world, from funding groundbreaking research to shaping public policy. It’s exciting to be part of something this impactful.

How to Apply

Cancer Research UK uses an anonymised shortlisting process to promote equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required, but they won’t be reviewed until after the interview stage. Instead, complete the work history section of the online application form, which allows us to assess all candidates fairly and quickly.

Our retail teams work on a rota to meet the needs of their stores. While flexibility is required, we also respect that you have a life outside of work.

This position requires a satisfactory basic DBS check before employment can begin.

To learn more about our amazing retail teams, visit our website.

Need More Information?

For more details, visit our careers page or email recruitment@cancer.org.uk.

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Our Commitment to Inclusion

We strive to create an organisation where everyone feels they belong, benefits from, and contributes to our mission. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and cultures, particularly those from ethnic minority communities, who are underrepresented in our workforce.

If you have any concerns or need adjustments during the application or interview process, or while working with us, please contact recruitment@cancer.org.uk or call 020 3469 8400.

Please note: Due to health, safety, and safeguarding considerations, we cannot employ anyone under 18 for this role.