Assistant Store Manager

Grow Your Leadership Future with Our Lambton Quay

Assistant Store Manager | Permanent full-time | Wellington Central | Sales role with rewarding commission and initiatives

Looking to take the next step from people-first experience into a purposeful leadership role? This could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Join a Store Manager who has been with Michael Hill for over 10 years and learn from one of the best in the business.

At Michael Hill, we’re part of life’s most meaningful moments - and behind those moments are strong leaders who bring teams together and drive exceptional results. We’re on the lookout for an Assistant Store Manager to support the leadership of our Lambton Quay store, playing a key role in performance, culture, and customer connection across the community.

If you’ve built your career in retail, sales, hospitality, events or business development and love motivating people while achieving targets, you’ll feel right at home here.

Commence asap/or when you can!

Why This Role Matters:

• Leadership Growth: Step into a high-impact role where your leadership potential is nurtured and elevated
• Structured Training: Benefit from our 6-week Stepping Stones program and ongoing coaching from experienced leaders
• Career Pathway to Store Manager: We’re committed to developing our future leaders, this role is your stepping stone to becoming a future Store Manager, with opportunities across New Zealand
• 1:1 Mentorship: Enjoy dedicated, fortnightly coaching with your Regional Manager to support your personal and professional development
• ASM Connect Groups: Monthly ASM development meetings for ongoing learning and networking
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from structured rosters with two consecutive days off and flexibility when life calls for it
• Exclusive Team Perks: Access staff discounts on premium jewellery and generous performance-based incentives/bonuses

You’ll Be a Great Fit If You Are:

• Sales-confident, delivering memorable customer experiences and strong results
• Proven sales experience
• Leadership-driven, with a passion for coaching and developing others
• Customer-obsessed, understanding the emotion behind every milestone moment
• Team-focused, bringing energy, positivity and collaboration
• Ambitious, ready to grow into future management opportunities

Since 1979, Michael Hill has been built on craftsmanship, inclusion, sustainability and celebrating life’s most meaningful moments.

Apply now and take the next step towards a future Store Manager career at Lambton Quay. You'll work alongside an experienced Store Manager with more than 10 years at Michael Hill, gaining valuable mentorship, leadership insights, and industry expertise.