Manager in Training - Flagship Store | Bondi Junction

At Bailey Nelson, we’re on a mission to change how people see the world and how the world sees them. We’re a down-to-earth team that’s obsessed with improving every day, and we’re growing fast. We’re looking for a Manager in Training to join our Flagship Bondi Junction store. This is your chance to help lead a passionate team, deliver exceptional customer experiences, and make a real impact. Why this role is a game changer As a Bailey Nelson Manager in Training (MIT), you won’t just support the store, you’ll help run it. You’ll play a key role in delivering seamless, joy-filled customer experiences, from clinic to frame styling to final dispense. This is more than a job, it’s your pathway to running your own store. You’ll:
- Support with store operations (including running the store 2 days a week)
- Support the Store Manager & Optometrist to drive performance
- Own the customer journey and make every interaction exceptional What’s in it for you
- OTE $90,000 (Base + Super + Monthly + Annual Bonus + Profit bonus) (monthly & annual incentives)
- Fast-track to leadership
- Your own store in 6-12 months
- Real growth opportunities
- New stores opening across AU & NZ in 2026
- Hands-on training
- Learn optical dispensing + leadership skills
- Mentorship that matters
- Coaching from Store, Regional & Area leaders
- Build your own customer base – With strong local marketing support
- 2 free pairs of glasses per quarter product allowance so you can rep the brand in style and a year's supply of contacts! What we’re looking for
- A natural leader who lives our values: tight-knit, down-to-earth, constantly improving
- Experience in optics or retail (or equivalent) at a supervisor or management level
- Passion for developing people and delivering standout customer experiences
- Available to work full time 38 hours, Sunday–Thursday This is your chance to step into an exciting role, elevate your leadership career, and be part of a brand that’s growing fast. Ready to frame your future? Apply now. Bailey Nelson is proud to be an inclusive, diverse workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qc61v