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Assistant Store Manager

27/10/2026
13/11/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Kensington Campus
Customer Service,Marketing,Sales

At Arc, we're passionate about student life. We believe the university experience is about more than lectures and assignments. It's about community, friendships, events, and opportunities that make campus life memorable.

As the student organisation at UNSW, Arc delivers a wide range of services, events, programs, and retail offerings that enrich the student experience. When you join Arc, you'll become part of a welcoming, supportive team that values collaboration, diversity, and continuous improvement. Plus, you'll enjoy a range of employee benefits including wellness initiatives, social activities, and additional leave over the Christmas period.

 

Full-Time Position | Limited Weekend Work

Are you an organised, customer-focused leader looking for a retail role with minimal weekend work?

Arc is seeking a fun, reliable, and motivated Assistant Store Manager to support the day-to-day operations of our on-campus retail store. This role offers the opportunity to combine retail operations, team leadership, customer service, and event coordination in a vibrant university environment.

Reporting directly to the Retail Store Manager, you will play a key role in supporting store operations while helping manage major retail and graduation events throughout the year.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist the Store Manager with daily retail operations
  • Coordinate, monitor, and report on operational activities
  • Ensure compliance with Arc's Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) policies and procedures
  • Maintain and monitor inventory levels
  • Manage large teams and staff rosters during peak event periods
  • Coordinate mobile retail spaces and operational requirements during Graduation Season
  • Deliver exceptional customer service and champion Arc's values
  • Undertake cash handling duties as required
  • Manage stock ordering and receipt processes
  • Conduct regular stocktakes
  • Support website management and updates

Desired Skills and Experience

Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Experience working in a similar retail, operations, or organisational environment
  • Demonstrated leadership and people management experience
  • Strong cash handling and reconciliation skills
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills
  • An understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) practices and ethical workplace standards
  • Strong communication and customer service skills

What We Offer

  • Convenient Kensington Campus location close to public transport and Light Rail
  • Monday to Friday roster with limited weekend work (weekends required only during major event periods)
  • Supportive and inclusive team culture
  • Staff wellbeing and wellness initiatives
  • Additional paid leave during the Christmas shutdown period
  • Salary package from $66,000 per annum, dependent on skills and experience
 

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your:

  • Current resume
  • Details of your relevant experience, including the number of years in a similar role
  • Confirmation of your eligibility to work in Australia

Applications and enquiries: jobs@arc.unsw.edu.au

It is not the intention of the position description to limit the scope or accountabilities of the position but to highlight the most important aspects of the position. The aspects mentioned above may be altered in accordance with the changing requirements of the role. 

 

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