Retail Partner

Specsavers; Norwich, Guildford, Uckfield, Falkirk; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading optical retailer is seeking a Retail Manager/Partner to take over a 50% retail share at their Consett location. This opportunity is perfect for an ambitious individual ready to oversee a team and drive growth in a thriving market. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and a keen understanding of commercial dynamics. The store benefits from a prime location and modern facilities. Interested applicants can contact Samantha Firth via email for further details.

Qualifications

• Ambitious and capable of managing a retail partnership.
• Passionate about developing a retail team.
• Strong commercial understanding required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the management of 50% retail shares.
• Lead a team of retail colleagues and optometrists.
• Drive growth and development of the store.

Skills

Strong leadership

Commercial understanding

Team development

Job description

Thinking About Your Next Big Move? Specsavers Consett Could Be It!

We’ve got an exciting 50% Retail share sale opportunity at our Consett store – perfect for an ambitious Retail Manager or Partner ready to take the next step.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Shares for sale: 50% Retail shares
• Asking price: £126,500
• Partner salary and benefits
• Structure: Standalone store, 50/50 partnership
• Recent refit: May 2025 – modern, fresh, and ready for growth

About the Store

Location: Prime High Street spot in a traditional market town with lots of footfall from the busy shopping hub with weekly markets and retail parks nearby.

Transport: Large bus terminal next door, Durham train station 20 mins away and lots of free parking nearby

Clinical setup

• 3 test rooms
• OCT installed
• New fields machine
• DVLA and local schemes launching soon

Team

• DO Manager + 6 retail colleagues
• 1 Optom + pre-reg team plus use of locums
• New resident starting January

Who’s This For?

Consett is a store that offers huge growth potential and is looking for a Retail partner, passionate about team development with a strong commercial understanding. The retail partner will need to be ambitious and a strong leader.

For further information, please contact Samantha Firth on [e-mail]

Closing date 6th January 2026