The role
Specsavers in Ballina are looking for a strong and highly motivated Optometrist to become their new Optometry Director and Store Partner. This is a fantastic opportunity to live your life in a truly beautiful location, whilst doing the job that you love. There’s terrific earning potential, plus you’ll have the chance to build a secure investment for your future.
What’s on Offer?
- 50% shareholding
- Experienced Retail partner in place
- 2 Test room store
- Open since 2014
- On-site lab
- Be your own boss, while still receiving an excellent salary
- Share in business profits (dividends)
- Grow a business as an investment for your future
- Pension contribution
- Make a difference to your local community
- Access to the best possible clinical technology
- Ongoing support from our leading global brand
About the store
Ballina has been welcoming customers through its doors since it first opened in 2014. Once inside you will be greeted by a team of 11, including Resident Optometrists and Lab Manager. Ballina offers Audiology services one day a week and acts as a spoke store to Letterkenny. The store had a rebrand in November 2024, is complete with project boost and features the latest equipment.
About the role
You will be joining the partnership with a highly experienced Retail partner, who has been within the business for a number of years and worked as the partner in Ballina since the store opened in 2014.
The new incoming Optometry partner must put customers and the existing team at the forefront of every decision made, be an experienced and dynamic leader, not afraid of change and ready to take the store to the next level!
Your role will be to inspire and lead the team, providing them with development and long-term career aspirations. You’ll need to become a pillar of the community driving business growth and expanding the customer demographic.
With a strong leader to drive the business and team, Ballina has immense potential for profitability. With your strategic efforts, there's room to attract a broader customer base and own the town. This is your chance to make a significant impact and lead a dedicated team in a community that values quality eye care.
Location
Ballina is a pretty and buzzling market town, and sits in a ideal location between Sligo and Castlebar.
Known for its variety of independent shops, cafes, pubs and thriving nightlife, there is something for everyone in this town. With a family and commuter feel, Ballina has proven a popular location for families in recent years, and the town also benefits from seasonal visitors too.
Requirements of the role
Alongside being a qualified and CORU registered Optometrist with the drive, passion and willingness to maintain the customer-focused culture and the high standards of this successful store. As the new Optometry Partner, you’ll be able to provide a unique blend of customer care and professional excellence. You’ll be able to build a rapport with the existing team, demonstrate excellent attention to detail and possess an ability to build strong relationships within the local community.
To help you to succeed, you’ll receive ongoing support from our leading global brand. You’ll also have access to the very best clinical technology and will receive unrivalled professional development.
Find out more
If you’d like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity, then get in touch, we’d love to tell you more about it. Contact Sophie Ayland on 07756503885 or email Sophie.ayland@specsavers.com
Key information
Location
Ballina
- Permanent
- Optometry Partner
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