Optometry Partner
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Position Overview & Specifications
Specsavers in Welshpool are looking for an ambitious Optometrist to become their new Optometry / Store Partner. Thereβs terrific earning potential, plus youβll have the chance to build a secure investment for your future.
Whatβs on Offer?
- 50% shareholding with a good salary and share in business profits (dividends)
- Great potential and ability to grow the business and develop the clinical team
- Private health and dental cover, pension contribution and free parking on site
- Access to the best possible clinical technology, including OCT
- Support from existing Retail and Audiology Partners as well as our leading global brand
- Opportunity to build and shape your own team and make a difference to your local community
- Outstanding opportunities for clinical and personal development
About the store
Specsavers Welshpool first opened its doors in 2018. The store sits in a prominent position within the Mill Lane retail park and is firmly embedded within the local community. The loyal and growing customer base includes many shoppers who come to the retail park in addition to significant passing trade. The team at Welshpool pride themselves ensuring that every one of their customers receives an excellent patient experience that have led to numerous positive customer reviews.
The store has three optical test rooms and one dedicated hearcare room β all fully equipped with the latest clinical technology, including OCT β meaning you will have everything you need to perform sight tests to the highest possible standards.
A team of 9 dedicated colleagues call this store home and you will be joining the existing Retail Partner, David Dunlop who has been with the store since opening and is looking forward to welcoming a new Optometry Partner to the team and advise on clinical training requirements, introducing new specialisms and build/shape the team
Store location
The store is located in the market town of Welshpool and is only four miles from the Wales-England border. There are excellent transport links to the store, with both regular buses and a train station nearby. The store boasts free parking withing the retail park for up to three hours for customers that wish to drive to the store.
Requirements of the role
Alongside being a qualified and GOC registered Optometrist with the drive and willingness to maintain customer-focused culture and high standards of this successful store, youβll be able to provide a blend of customer care and professional excellence. Youβll demonstrate excellent leadership and commercial understand with the ability to build good relations within the local community.
About Joint Venture Partnership
Joint venture partnership is the secret to our success here at Specsavers, with every store locally owned and led by its directors. Owning, leading and growing your very own business is considered by many to be the pinnacle of your career as an Optometrist. We believe that professional optics should be led by opticians just like you β this is your chance to become the leader you were born to be.
Find out more
If youβd like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity, then get in touch, weβd love to tell you more about it. Contact Mark Edwards on: 07752465619 or email: Mark.j.edwards@specsavers.com
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Drug & Health Stores
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Optometry Partner roles across Specsavers's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Drug & Health Stores.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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