Store Manager - The Imaginarium
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Position Overview & Specifications
A truly unique opportunity has arisen. After many years of outstanding service, our store manager is moving to pastures new!
The Imaginarium is a lifestyle store like no other. Join us down the rabbit hole and step into a world of magical gifts, art and homewares in the centre of York!
We are looking for a talented retail manager to join our team and take our successful emporium to the next levels.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced manager, be available to work weekends and thrive working in a in a busy environment.
We are looking for a retail sales manager, who is commercial, organised, disciplined, is a strong leader and has a strong vision on how a store like The Imaginarium is presented to our customers.
In return we will provide a safe, secure and progressive environment, where your voice will be heard and your actions recognised!.
Our company mission is to deliver magic in everything we do. If you feel you could add some more magic, then apply today!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £27,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
- York: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Retail sales: 3 years (preferred)
- Supervising experience: 3 years (preferred)
- Customer service: 3 years (preferred)
- Retail management: 3 years (preferred)
- Management: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Store Manager - The Imaginarium roles across The Imaginarium York's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £27,000 - £27,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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