Carvela

About the Company

Carvela is a premium accessories label designed in the heart of Milan by women, for women. Inspired by our Italian heritage, our collections capture the elegance and timeless allure of Italy. Each piece reflects our commitment to exceptional design and lasting comfort, thoughtfully designed with All Day Long technology.

We design our shoes and bags to help women feel their best, with products that reflect real women and their lifestyles. Crafted from high-quality materials and inspired by Italian silhouettes, our collections are designed to work as hard as the women who wear them.

As a brand that champions women in business, we are an all-female team united by our shared experience as modern women. We bring personal insight and expertise to everything we create and deliver. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive as their authentic self.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Carvela

Job Title

Assistant Manager, Carvela, Leeds - FTC Up To 12 Months

Job Description

**Job Title** Assistant Manager **Role Summary** The Assistant Manager supports the Store Manager in driving sales, maintaining service excellence, and leading a high‑performance team. The role combines operational oversight, staff development, and visual merchandising to ensure the store meets financial targets and brand standards. **Expectations** - Consistently meet or exceed store sales and KPI targets. - Uphold all company policies, compliance, and brand presentation. - Maintain a motivated, trained, and customer‑focused team. - Act as the primary liaison between the store, store manager, and head office. **Key Responsibilities** - Deliver excellent customer service and mentor staff to model service standards. - Set, monitor, and review team KPIs and performance plans. - Manage store operations, stock deliveries, and inventory accuracy. - Coordinate visual merchandising, promotions, and store layout. - Maintain staff schedules, adapt to trading patterns, and support HR in recruitment and onboarding. - Conduct regular one‑to‑one meetings and store performance reviews. - Foster client relationships and repeat business. - Ensure compliance with brand guidelines, policy adherence, and staff presentation. - Keep up to date with fashion trends and communicate insights to the team. **Required Skills** - Proven retail management experience, preferably in fashion. - Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. - Ability to develop and achieve sales targets. - Composure in high‑pressure retail environments. - Knowledge of fashion trends and brand standards. - Organizational and analytical capabilities for KPI tracking and inventory management. - Excellent presentation and personal grooming aligned with brand expectations. **Required Education & Certifications** - High‑school diploma or equivalent; higher education in Business, Retail Management, or Fashion is advantageous. - No specific certifications required, though a professional training credential in retail leadership is welcomed.

Leeds, United kingdom

On site

17-02-2026