Kate Spade Assistant Store Leader
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Supervisor
- Compensation
- £30,000–35,000/year
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 16, 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 New York seeks an Assistant Store Leader in Braintree, Essex. Lead retail operations, drive sales, and develop teams in this full-time management role.
Role & Responsibilities
- Model Kate Spade service behaviors and selling standards; lead a high-energy, client-focused sales floor environment
- Drive omni-channel and virtual selling initiatives; ensure consistent clienteling through client books, proactive outreach, and loyalty program engagement
- 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; provide coaching and manage underperformance with professionalism and clarity
- Set clear performance goals and monitor KPIs (traffic, conversion, units per transaction, average unit retail); coach team members to achieve targets
- Act as Store Leader during their absence; foster an inclusive, motivating culture that celebrates diversity and authenticity
- Own store sales plans and forecasts; create action plans to address business opportunities and market dynamics
- Oversee opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and facility security; manage schedules and payroll budgets according to business needs
- Champion Kate Spade's aesthetic and brand philosophy; maintain brand and operating standards; execute visual directives and ensure store environment excellence
- Ensure compliance with policies, safety protocols, and loss prevention standards; support inventory management, cycle counts, and shipment accuracy
- Manage live stream shopping sessions and leverage social media trends to drive customer engagement and sales
Qualifications
- Minimum 2+ years of retail management experience in fashion, lifestyle, or comparable environments
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills with proven ability to manage diverse teams
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; experience with retail management systems
- Ability to analyze selling reports, identify trends, and react quickly to business opportunities
- Strong English language proficiency
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity principles
Skills
Experience
Minimum 2 years of retail management experience in fashion, lifestyle, or comparable retail environment. A combination of relevant education and professional experience will be considered.
Education
No specific formal education requirement stated; retail management experience valued equivalent to or in combination with relevant qualifications.
Workplace
This position is based in Braintree, Essex, UK, within easy reach of London.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from GBP 30,000 to GBP 35,000 per annum.
Benefits
Inclusive and innovative working environment; internal mobility and career progression opportunities; one paid volunteering day per year with access to global volunteer projects; learning and development through the Ambassador Programme; regular social events; equity, inclusion, and diversity initiatives including employee resource groups and regional inclusion councils; attractive employee discount; compelling 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
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