Deputy Manager in Dublin
- Salary
- Not stated
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 29 Nov 2026
About the Role
Maxi Zoo Ireland is recruiting a Deputy Store Manager for a new store opening in Stillorgan, Dublin. This full-time, permanent position involves supporting the Store Manager to ensure operational excellence, customer engagement, and team leadership in a fast-paced retail environment.
What You Will Do
- Operational Store Excellence: Ensure adherence to store processes, regulations, and KPIs while supporting the Store Manager in analysing and improving results.
- Customer Engagement: Lead your team to enrich customers' experiences with personalised advice and maintain a welcoming, tidy store atmosphere.
- Leadership: Empower your team's growth and engagement through supportive leadership, training, and a culture of trust and respect.
- Merchandising and Inventory: Ensure impeccably stocked shelves, adherence to correct planograms, and accurate inventory management.
- Brand Integrity: Ensure the animals entrusted to the store are well cared for at all times, upholding Maxi Zoo Ireland’s commitment to responsible pet ownership.
What You Will Bring
- Experienced retail professional with a proven track record in deputy management roles.
- Ability to step up and lead with warmth and empathy, ensuring smooth operations even in the manager's absence.
- A hunger for growth, eagerness to learn, and a commitment to eventually leading as a Store Manager.
- Passion for customer service and exceptional organisational skills to deliver outstanding customer experiences.
- Strong communication skills and a commitment to Maxi Zoo’s company values.
Benefits
- KPI-related bonus (paid monthly).
- Certified Great Place to Work.
- Employee discount: up to 40% in stores and 20% in the Salon.
- Paid leave: sick leave, annual leave, bank holidays, maternity/paternity leave.
- Refer a friend scheme.
- Advancement opportunities with a focus on internal promotion and career development.
- Educational opportunities.
- Annual leave starting at 21 days, rising to 23 days at year 6.
- Employee assistance programme.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
How to Apply
Apply by 29 Nov 2026. For enquiries, contact Maxi Zoo Ireland directly.
Frequently asked
- What are the key responsibilities of the Deputy Store Manager role?
- The Deputy Store Manager will support the Store Manager in operational excellence, customer engagement, team leadership, merchandising, inventory management, and ensuring animal welfare in line with Maxi Zoo Ireland’s values.
- What skills and experience are required for this role?
- The role requires an experienced retail professional with a proven track record in deputy management, strong leadership, customer service passion, organisational skills, and a commitment to Maxi Zoo’s company values.
- What benefits does Maxi Zoo Ireland offer for this position?
- Benefits include a KPI-related bonus (paid monthly), employee discount (up to 40% in stores and 20% in the Salon), paid leave (sick, annual, bank holidays, maternity/paternity), advancement opportunities, educational opportunities, annual leave starting at 21 days (rising to 23 days at year 6), an employee assistance programme, and the Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Is this a full-time, permanent position?
- Yes, this is a full-time, permanent role based in Stillorgan, Dublin.
- How do I apply for the Deputy Store Manager position?
- Apply by 29 Nov 2026. For enquiries, contact Maxi Zoo Ireland directly.