Optical Practice Manager

What’s in it for you?

Practice Manager Vacancy - Local Eyes and Pagan & McQuade

We’re a friendly, community focused, independent opticians where our people and our patients come first. As our new Practice Manager, you’ll be part of the leadership team supporting a close-knit group that values your skills, supports your growth, and encourages you to thrive. You’ll have the freedom to do what’s right for each patient and support our team to the highest standard, without the pressure of quick turnarounds or sales targets, so if you’re looking for a practice where your experience and knowledge is valued, with a team that works collaboratively - a role with us could be right for you.

While you do not need to have previous experience working in an optical setting to thrive in our practices, a proven track record of managing people and running day to day business opperations is ideal. We are looking for someone with the drive to take our practices to the next level, foster a supportive and growth based environment for our staff, and be a trusted member of the leadership team.

You will also receive:

• Your birthday off work
• No Sunday or bank holiday working
• Free & regular CPD courses
• Access to Simply Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)
• Retail discounts
• Cycle to work scheme 

We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance.

About the Role

We’re looking for a full time Practice Manager to join us in delivering the kind of personalised, patient-first care we’re known for, across both our Local Eyes and Pagan & McQuade practices. You’ll play an important role in helping people see and feel their best, by offering expert advice, organising the daily running of the practice and supporting the team to deliver a stellar service.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys connecting with people, building trust with patients, and being part of a supportive group of professionals. You’ll have the time and freedom to do your job properly by providing honest, expert care. Working closely with your team, you’ll help create a smooth and positive experience for every patient who walks through the door.

As an experienced team leader, you’ll use your technical management skills and passion for people to ensure the team is engaged and the practice runs smoothly. You’ll be involved in the patient journey and day to day operation of the practice, and be on hand to support patients with queries or concerns. You will use your skills and knowledge to help the team resolve any dispensing-related issues, and contribute to the upkeep and organisation of the practice. Most importantly, you’ll be someone who takes pride in great service, and who brings warmth, care, and expertise to every interaction.

Additional Information:

• Previous experience in an Optical setting is preffered but not required
• We operate with a selection of high end frame and lens options, equipment and service provisions
• We are a team of 15, often running dual clinics in each location with a 30 - 40 minute appointment schedule
• This role requires you to work some Saturdays

There is the opportunity in the future to buy shares in the practice and take your own career to the next level, being a practice owner with the support of a huge suite of back office support available through the Hakim Group.

What's Next?

Click apply now and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch 

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