Practice Manager / Assistant Manager
at Finlay & Co (Notting Hill)
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
A Practice Manager in an optical practice environment similar to Finlay & Co (Notting Hill) typically oversees all day-to-day operations. This includes leading and developing the optical team, ensuring the smooth running of the practice, and driving commercial targets. Key responsibilities involve managing stock and supplier relationships, maintaining high standards of clinical governance, and optimising the patient journey. The Practice Manager serves as a crucial link, translating business objectives into effective operational strategies and ensuring the clinical team's activities align with commercial goals. This role demands a blend of leadership, operational acumen, and a commitment to delivering exceptional patient care within a professional setting in Kensington and Chelsea.
What working in a role like this could offer you
What working in a role like this could offer you is a range of professional development and career progression opportunities. Potential pathways could involve moving into area management, regional oversight, or multi-site leadership roles within a larger optical group. Access to ongoing training programmes focused on management skills, leadership development, and industry best practices is common. Such a role often provides a significant degree of autonomy, allowing influence over practice performance, team culture, and service delivery. The location in Kensington and Chelsea also offers lifestyle advantages, being a vibrant area with good transport links and amenities.