Joules International Assistant Manager

The Role

Step into the role of International Assistant Manager and discover an exciting opportunity to take on an integral role here at Joules Head Office working within our brilliant Partnerships team.

Please note, this is a 12 months fixed term contract.

Working Pattern: This is a full time role based at 'The Barn', Joules' purpose built Head Office in Market Harborough, Leicestershire. The typical hours for this role are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday and this is an onsite role with some international travel.

Our Location

Market Harborough in Leicestershire is where Joules began in 1989\. This market town is home to the brand's Head Office and is full of independent shops, bars and restaurants. It also benefits from good transport links to London, making it easily accessible for visitors and commuters alike. It is the perfect place to mix a rewarding career with a bit of well\-dressed time off.

What You'll Do

Drive international growth as the right\-hand partner to the Wholesale \& International Manager in this dynamic, high\-impact role. You will support with combining strategy and execution by conducting market research, targeting new partners, support with formulating sales budgets, and optimizing profitability across global territories. From working longside the International Project Manager with critical path timelines for new market openings to co\-executing trade shows and showroom appointments, you'll work cross\-functionally, spanning supply chain, marketing, and merchandising, to build seamless processes and deliver on sales targets. Whether you are delivering hands\-on support for sales appointments or shaping market strategy presentations, this varied position places you at the very heart of the brand's global expansion.

What You'll Bring

We would like our new hire to have foundational experience in wholesale support with a desire to learn international account management. International partner management support is preferred but not essential.

• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple accounts relationships \& deadlines.


• Excellent relationship\-building skills, capable of influencing both internal stakeholders and external partners.


• Ability to collaborate effectively across functions to define and improve operational processes.


• Highly organized with a strong grasp of office suites (Google Workspace or similar is desirable).


• Ideally, experience in B2B selling platforms


• Foreign language skills are desirable but not mandatory.

We value a genuine passion for the Joules brand and our unique heritage and "can\-do" attitude, embracing change and growth in a fast\-paced environment and ever\-changing priorities. We need you to demonstrate top\-tier communication skills, with fearless creativity in solving commercial challenges, and finally… collaborative spirit! Someone who leads by example and thrives in team success.

Sponsorship

In accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Joules does not hold a Sponsor Licence and would not, therefore, be able to sponsor a successful candidate under the Skilled Worker route. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the right to work without sponsorship.

*We encourage early applications for our roles, as our recruitment process begins as soon as the role is advertised. If we successfully fill the position, this advert may close earlier than planned.*

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• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays


• Health and Wellbeing benefits \- Opt in Healthcare cash plan, free digital GP via the Aviva App, Wellhub app access with discounted gym membership, free access to an array of health and wellness apps and much more


• We offer flexible start and finish times and discretionary flexibility to support your needs and help you navigate life's demands as and when your work allows


• 25% staff discount on Joules and NEXT products


• Up to 10% off most NEXT partner Brands \& Branded Beauty products


• Up to 25% off Joules partner Brands


• Opt\-in clothing allowance


• Access to fantastic discounts at our NEXT staff shop


• Life assurance


• Reward Schemes \- From a cycle to work scheme to discounts with nearly 1000 retailers


• Collaborative, progressive and supportive working environment


• Competitive employer pension contributions


• Financial, physical and mental wellbeing support via our Employee Assistance Program


• Dedicated Learning and Development


• The Cafe \- Our infamous on\-site cafe offering subsidised, healthy, fresh and varied food available from breakfast through to lunch and beyond


• Free on\-site Parking \& low cost EV charging points

Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.

We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long\-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email headoffice\_joulesHR@next.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.

Our Working Way
At Joules, we honour our British heritage while creating products and experiences that delight, inspire, and connect with our customers every day. We are committed to bringing freshness and innovation to our collections, delivering style, quality, and joy in every season. We strive to be the leading brand in preppy, heritage ‘time off’ clothing, offering standout outerwear and rainwear, layered autumn and winter essentials, fresh spring and summer styles, and a broad selection across womenswear, menswear, kidswear, and homeware.

At Joules we lead on product, design, print, creative brand strategy and marketing whilst NEXT supports retail, HR, finance, distribution, customer service and returns \- offering operational excellence.

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