Practice Manager / Assistant Manager
at Designer Eyes
Here at the Federation, we don't rely on advertised vacancies. We talk to employers and really understand what kind of people would thrive within their business.
This is an example of a role within this practice. If it matches what you're looking for, we can approach the business directly, explore current or future opportunities, and position you for roles that may never reach the open market.
Opportunities within practices like this often arise through growth, team changes, or performance needs rather than public advertising. We regularly support candidates into roles here by proactively opening conversations based on what they want.
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About this role
An Assistant Manager in an optical practice environment similar to Designer Eyes supports the Practice Manager in overseeing daily operations. This involves supervising the floor team, ensuring excellent patient service, and handling any patient queries or escalations that arise. Key duties include contributing to effective stock management and ordering processes. In the Practice Manager's absence, the Assistant Manager deputises, taking responsibility for the practice's smooth running. This role is pivotal in bridging the communication and operational gap between the front-line optical team and senior management, fostering a cohesive and efficient practice.
This position contributes to the overall team development through involvement in training initiatives.
What working in a role like this could offer you
What working in a role like this could offer you is a clear pathway for career progression, potentially leading to Practice Manager positions and further opportunities within the optical sector. You would gain valuable experience in leadership, commercial awareness, and operational management, contributing directly to the practice's performance and decision-making processes.
Working in East Hertfordshire provides a pleasant professional environment. A role like this could offer the chance to develop a broad skillset and take on significant responsibility within a community-focused optical practice.