Retail Partner
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Position Overview & Specifications
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to become a Retail Partner across two outstanding Specsavers stores located in Westwood Cross, Broadstairs and Ramsgate. If you are looking for an investment for your future and more financial security, this is incredible time to join this established partnership as a third Partner. Youβll receive an excellent regular salary, alongside attractive benefits, and a share of the business profits. To help you to succeed, youβll receive ongoing support from our leading global brand. Youβll also have access to the very best clinical technology and will receive unrivalled professional development.
Whatβs on Offer?
- Shareholding of 31.25% of both stores
- Share of profits from both stores
- Opportunity to work in partnership with two highly experienced Optometrist Partners
- Leading an established team across two large stores that are equipped for audiology service
- Be your own boss, while still receiving an excellent salary
- Opportunity to grow the businesses as an investment for your future
- Flexibility β a great work/life balance
- Make a difference to your local community
- Access to the best possible clinical technology, including OCT
- Outstanding opportunities for clinical and personal development
- Ongoing support from our leading global brand
- Support from existing Partners
About the stores
Specsavers Margate is situated within the Westwood Cross Sainsburys in the popular town of Broadstairs. This five test room store relocated from Margate in 2020 having been on the Margate High Street for over 27 years. The store benefits from being in the Westwood shopping centre with free parking and access to retail outlets, restaurants and bars. Having only been open for 2 years, the store has the most current Specsavers branding and technology to include OCT.
2 miles away mile is the Specsavers Ramsgate store. The store has recently undergone a compete refurbishment which has increased testing capacity from 3 to 5 test rooms. Like Westwood Cross, the store offers a fantastic customer experience and also benefits from an onsite laboratory so glasses for both Ramsgate and Margate can be manufactured on site.
Requirements of the role
The new Retail Partner will be a proven retailer with experience in Optics. The right person for this position will be confident, possess a strong worth ethic and a willingness to succeed. Youβll be passionate about your job and enjoy a fast-paced environment whilst leading and inspiring your teams to be the best that they can be. Youβll be willing to go the extra mile for customers and someone who encourages their team to do the same.
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 Paul Blower on: 07507872675 or email: paul.blower@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 Retail 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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