Kate Spade Assistant Store Manager
- Employment
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Supervisor
- Compensation
- £33,000–40,000/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- 6, 2026
About Kate Spade
Kate Spade is a vibrant American luxury lifestyle brand known for its spirited New York sensibility, joyful color, and polished modern femininity. Founded in 1993, the house has grown from an iconic handbag label into a global name spanning accessories, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, home, and lifestyle. As an employer, Kate Spade offers a creative and collaborative environment where individuality, optimism, and thoughtful design are central to the culture. Part of Tapestry, Inc., the brand provides opportunities across retail, merchandising, design, digital, marketing, and corporate functions, inviting talent to contribute to a distinctive vision that celebrates wit, elegance, and everyday sophistication.
Kate Spade seeks an Assistant Store Manager in London to partner with the Store Leader on sales, service, team development, visual standards and store operations, including omni-channel and virtual selling. The role is full-time, with a base salary range of £33,000–£40,000 annually; part-time pay would be prorated based on contracted hours.
Role & Responsibilities
- Partner with the Store Leader to maximize store productivity and profitability through leadership, coaching and operational excellence.
- Model Kate Spade service behaviours and selling standards, and lead a high-energy, client-focused environment.
- Drive omni-channel and virtual selling; ensure clienteling through client books, outreach and loyalty programmes.
- Empower the team to personalize customer experiences and resolve issues effectively.
- Lead customer data capture to support marketing and repeat business.
- Recruit, onboard and develop diverse talent; coach employees and manage underperformance.
- Set clear goals, review KPIs including traffic, conversion, UPT and AUR, and coach the team to achieve results.
- Act as Store Leader in their absence and foster an inclusive, motivating culture.
- Build community networks to support recruiting and brand awareness.
- Own store sales plans and forecasts, and create action plans to address business opportunities.
- Inspire the team to exceed performance standards across all selling channels.
- Partner with corporate teams to analyze market data and optimize strategies.
- Champion Kate Spade’s aesthetic and philosophy, and maintain brand and operating standards.
- Execute visual directives and ensure an impeccable store environment.
- Communicate sell-through, stock trends and customer feedback to improve results.
- Oversee opening and closing procedures, cash handling and facility security.
- Manage schedules and payroll budgets, adjusting staffing to business needs.
- Ensure compliance with policies, safety requirements and loss prevention standards.
- Support inventory management, cycle counts and shipment accuracy.
- Manage live-stream shopping sessions and leverage social media trends to drive engagement.
Qualifications
- At least 2 years of retail management experience in fashion, lifestyle or a comparable environment; a combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, with experience using retail systems.
- Ability to analyze selling reports, identify trends and react quickly.
- Strong English-language proficiency.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet business needs, including nights, weekends, peak busy season and high-traffic retail days, including public holidays.
Skills
Experience
At least 2 years of retail management experience in fashion, lifestyle or a comparable environment.
Workplace
This position is based in London, England, UK.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from GBP 33,000 to GBP 40,000 per annum.
Benefits
Inclusive, innovative and fun working environment; internal mobility and career progression; one paid volunteering day per year and opportunities to volunteer with global projects; learning and development opportunities through the Ambassador Programme; regular social events; employee resource groups and regional inclusion councils; employee discount; incentive programme.
Culture
Kate Spade fosters a workplace culture rooted in optimism, creativity, and a distinctive sense of playful sophistication. As an employer, it encourages collaboration, individuality, and an entrepreneurial spirit, empowering teams to bring joyful, customer-focused storytelling to every aspect of the brand experience.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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