Store Manager

Card Factory; Belfast; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading card retailer in Belfast is seeking a Store Manager to guide a team, create a positive culture, and drive store performance. The ideal candidate will have leadership experience, a people-first mindset, and strong communication skills. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of the business while celebrating life's meaningful moments. Join us to lead with impact and grow your career.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams and bringing out their best.
• Ability to build a high-performing culture.
• Skill in coaching and supporting others.

Responsibilities

• Guide a team, shaping a positive culture.
• Take ownership of hiring, coaching, and payroll.
• Work closely with District and Regional Managers.

Skills

Leadership experience

Inspiring presence

People-first mindset

Strong communicator

Tech-savvy

Calm and adaptable

Job description

About the Job

Store Location: Belfast Cityside

Store Hours: 42.5

Lead the way at cardfactory, where special moments come to life.

As a Store Manager, you’ll be at the heart of it all — guiding a team, shaping a positive culture, and creating a space where people feel supported, valued, and inspired.

You’ll coach, motivate, and celebrate wins — big and small. With a customer‑first mindset, you’ll bring energy and confidence to every decision, using data to keep things on track and moving forward.

The day to day

You’ll take the lead day to day — building a brilliant team, setting clear direction, and creating a workplace where people thrive. From hiring and coaching to merchandising and payroll, you’ll take ownership and make things happen.

You’ll also work closely with your District and Regional Managers, always looking for ways to grow, improve, and celebrate success.

About You

What we’re looking for:

• Leadership experience – You’ve led teams and know how to bring out their best.
• Inspiring presence – You lead by example and build a high‑performing culture.
• People‑first mindset – You coach, support, and help others grow.
• Strong communicator – You listen, speak clearly, and bring people together.
• Tech‑savvy – Comfortable using systems to support daily tasks.
• Calm and adaptable – You stay focused and flexible under pressure.

Why join us

At cardfactory, leadership is about more than just managing a store. We’ll support you with the tools, training, and opportunities to grow your career — because when you grow, we grow too.

If you're ready to lead with impact and help shape the future of a business that celebrates life’s most meaningful moments, we’d love to hear from you.

Additional information

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once sufficient suitable applications have been received. We advise applying early to avoid disappointment as applications will be reviewed regularly. No agencies, please.