Retail Partner

Specsavers in Abingdon are looking for a Retail Partner to join this successful store. 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 business profits. To help you to succeed, you’ll receive ongoing support from the existing partner and 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.

What’s on offer?

• 50% shareholding in a large Specsavers store
• Customer base has been established since 1993
• A high performing store in both service and KPI’s
• Recent rebrand in line with current Specsavers look and feel
• Work alongside an established, experienced Optometry Partner

About the store
The Abingdon store is seeking a new Retail Partner to join Atul Vadgam, the current Optometry Partner. This well-established store, which opened in 1993 and relocated in 2012, boasts a large customer database. It features six test rooms spread over two floors, offering the Specsavers total care package including sight tests, contact lenses, and audiology. Recently, the store underwent a rebrand, aligning it with the modern Specsavers aesthetic. The dedicated team of over 30 colleagues consistently delivers high levels of service and achieves impressive KPI results.
About the area
Abingdon is rich in history, featuring landmarks such as the Abingdon County Hall Museum and the oldest surviving lock chamber on the River Thames. The town is full of picturesque riverside walks and green spaces, perfect for relaxation and outdoor activities. Additionally, there are numerous shops, restaurants, pubs, and markets, providing a vibrant social life.
Abingdon is well-connected, offering easy access to major cities like Oxford and London, which can help attract a diverse customer base. Abingdon has a stable economy with a mix of industries, providing a reliable customer base and opportunities for business growth. The town also offers a high quality of life with good schools, parks, and cultural amenities, making it an attractive place for both business owners and employees.
Requirements of the role
The new Retail Partner will be a proven 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 whilst leading and inspiring your teams to be the best that they can be. 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 an Optometrist. We believe that professional optics should be led by opticians just like you – this is your chance to become the leader you were born to be.
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 Paul Chessell on 07731526960 or email paul.chessell@specsavers.com