Retail Partner - Sittingbourne and Sheerness

Specsavers are looking for an experienced retailer to become their new Store Partner across both Sittingbourne and Sheerness stores. If you are looking for an investment for your future and more financial security, an incredible opportunity awaits. You'll receive an excellent regular salary, alongside attractive benefits, and a share in both businesses' profits. To help you to succeed, you'll receive ongoing support from the current partner, plus our leading global brand. You'll also have access to the very best clinical technology and will receive unrivalled professional development. If you'd like to find out more about this terrific opportunity then please read on for further details., Specsavers in Sittingbourne is the larger of the two businesses and first opened its doors in 1992 as an Optical business, adding Audiology to its proposition in 2010. The store sits in a prominent position in The Forum Shopping Centre in the heart of the town and is firmly embedded within the local community. The store boasts 6 Optical test rooms and 1 hearcare testing room - all fully equipped with the latest clinical technology. Sittingbourne is also an audiology hub providing services to its 'spoke' stores Sheerness and Chatham.

Sittingbourne is a vibrant market town in Kent which is growing rapidly due to a high number of residential developments and its direct train links to central London which can be reached in under an hour. There's plenty of pubs, restaurants, historic houses and beautiful gardens in Sittingbourne with the Kent Downs, an official Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on its doorstep.

Sheerness sits 10 miles to the north of Sittingbourne, on the north west corner of the Isle of Sheppey, and with a population of 12,000 it is the largest town on the island. The store is situated a 5 minute walk from the train station where trains run regularly to Sittingbourne and take less than 20 minutes.

Requirements of the role

Alongside being an experienced retailer with experience in Optics, the right person for this position will be confident, possess a strong worth ethic and a willingness to succeed. You'll be passionate about your job and enjoy a fast-paced environment. You'll be willing to go the extra mile for customers and someone who encourages their team to do the same.

About Joint Venture Partnership

Joint venture partnership is the secret to our success here at Specsavers, with every store locally owned and led by its directors. Owning, leading and growing your very own business is considered by many to be the pinnacle of your career as a clinician or retailer - this is your chance to become the leader you were born to be.

• 30% shareholding in each store


• Be your own boss, while still receiving an excellent salary


• Share in business profits (dividends)


• Grow a business as an investment for your future


• Flexibility - a great work/life balance


• Build and shape your own team


• Make a difference to your local community


• Access to the best possible clinical technology


• Outstanding opportunities for personal development


• Ongoing support from our leading global brand