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About Us

The Soccer Archive is a vibrant, fast-growing vintage football apparel brand dedicated to celebrating the rich history of the beautiful game. Specialising in authentic, rare, and iconic football shirts from legendary clubs and players worldwide, we cater to passionate fans, collectors, and fashion enthusiasts alike. Our London store is a hub for football culture, offering a unique shopping experience where nostalgia meets style.

Role Overview:

We seek a proactive, football-obsessed Retail Assistant Store Manager to support the Store Manager in driving the success of our London location. In this role, you’ll assist in daily operations, help lead a passionate team, and ensure every customer leaves with a piece of football history. This role is ideal for a retail professional eager to grow their leadership skills in a fast-paced environment while sharing their love for vintage fashion and football heritage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Support: Assist in managing day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth workflows, exceptional visual merchandising, and adherence to health/safety standards.

• Team Collaboration: Support the recruitment, training, and motivation of retail associates, fostering a culture of expertise and customer-centric service.

• Sales Contribution: Collaborate with the Store Manager to achieve sales targets, monitor KPIs, and execute creative promotions to boost revenue.

• Inventory Assistance: Assist in stock management, including ordering, replenishment, and audits, to maintain a curated collection of rare vintage shirts.

• Customer Engagement: Deliver personalised service, resolve customer inquiries, and help build lasting relationships with collectors and fans.

• Event Support: Assist in organising in-store events (e.g., product launches and meet-ups) to enhance community engagement.

• Trend Awareness: Stay informed about vintage fashion and football trends to support buying and merchandising decisions. 

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 1–2+ years in retail, preferably in a supervisory role within fashion, sports retail, or vintage/luxury goods.

• Collaborative Leadership: Ability to support team development, manage schedules, and resolve challenges in partnership with the Store Manager.

• Sales Focus: Experience contributing to sales targets and retail strategies.

• Football Passion: Strong knowledge of football history, clubs, and players—bonus if you’re a collector or enthusiast.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in POS systems, inventory software, Google Workspace, and visual merchandising basics.

• Flexibility: Willingness to work weekends, matchdays, and peak retail periods.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary + performance-based bonuses.

• Generous Staff Discount on our iconic collection.

• Career Growth: Opportunities to advance within an expanding brand.

• Vibrant Environment: Work in a trendy London location with a passionate team.