Careers & Opportunities

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For more information, please contact humanresources@stpatrickscathedral.ie

Current vacancies are listed below.

• Assistant Retail Manager
• Workshop Facilitators (Music/Art/Drama/History)
• Safeguarding Trust Panel Members

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Assistant Retail Manager

Saint Patrick’s Cathedral has been at the centre of our history and culture for over 800 years. Dating from the 13th Century and built in honour of Ireland’s patron saint, Saint Patrick’s is the national Cathedral of the Church of Ireland and is also one of Ireland’s most popular tourist attractions. With over 600,000 visitors in 2024, it is the third most visited admission-charging tourist attraction in Dublin city.

We are now seeking a dynamic, results-driven Assistant Retail Manager to join our team at the Cathedral.

As Assistant Retail Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the Retail Manager, overseeing daily operations, achieving profitability targets, managing stock levels, and ensuring the store is delivering an exceptional customer experience. With an annual turnover of over €2 million, you will be responsible for contributing to the financial growth of the store through effective budget management, stock ordering, and monitoring KPI’s.

This is a fixed term contract, initially for 11 months, with a view to extend.

Weekly working hours will be 35 hours per week over 7 days.

Additional working hours may be required on an occasional basis.

Location: Dublin 8, Dublin City Centre

Reports To: Retail Manager

Salary: €30,000 – €40,000 (depending on experience)

MAIN DUTIES

• The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and collaborative skills, excellent organisational abilities, and experience in retail operations, with a focus on profitability and efficient store management. Familiarity with EPOS systems, Shopify, and retail management software, is essential to succeed in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Profitability Management:
  • Monitor and analyse key performance indicators (KPI’s) such as sales, stock turnover, and profitability to ensure the store meets its financial goals.
• Stock Management:
  • Oversee inventory management, ensuring appropriate stock levels are maintained.
  • Conduct regular stock audits and identify trends in customer demand to inform stock ordering.
  • Manage stock replenishment and ordering, coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and the availability of best-selling products.
  • Ensure stock rotation is carried out to reduce waste, prevent overstocking, and optimize space utilization.
• Budget Planning and Control:
  • Assist in creating and managing the store’s annual budget, ensuring that it aligns with company financial goals.
  • Monitor expenditures, identify cost-saving opportunities, and report on budget variances.
• Team Leadership:
  • Lead and motivate the retail team to achieve sales targets, provide excellent customer service, and maintain a high level of store cleanliness and organization.
  • Assist in recruitment, training, and performance management of retail staff, ensuring that the team is well-equipped to deliver on store goals.
  • Ensure the team adheres to company policies, health & safety regulations, and customer service standards.
• Customer Service Excellence:
  • Ensure customers receive a high level of service by managing customer queries, complaints, and ensuring a positive shopping experience.
  • Set the example for the team by consistently delivering outstanding customer service and resolving issues promptly.
• EPOS System Management:
  • Oversee the use of the EPOS system, ensuring it is operating correctly and efficiently.
  • Monitor sales data and stock levels through the EPOS system to help make informed business decisions.
• Reporting & Analytics:
  • Provide regular reports to the Retail Manager on sales performance, stock levels, and other key business metrics.
  • Analyse trends and report on sales performance to suggest improvements.
  • Use data to forecast future trends, stock requirements, and sales goals.
• Visual Merchandising:
  • Support the Retail Manager in implementing visual merchandising standards to ensure an attractive and engaging store layout.
  • Monitor product displays and ensure they are aligned with current promotions, seasonal trends, and company guidelines.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in retail management, with a focus on store operations, profitability, and budget management.
• Familiarity with EPOS systems and retail management software.
• Experience in stock management, ordering, and vendor relations.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with an ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
• A customer-first mindset with a passion for delivering excellent service.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a keen eye for detail.
• Familiar with Shopify to build the on-line gift shop.

If you’re a motivated retail professional with a passion for driving sales, managing stock, and assisting with leading a team to success, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our growing team at @humanresources@stpatrickscathedral.ie by 5pm Friday 25^th April 2025.

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Workshop Facilitators (Music/Art/Drama/History)

Saint Patrick’s Cathedral is seeking to develop a panel of freelance Workshop Facilitators to deliver workshops to schools and family audiences. They may also work with the Education Department to develop other activities for young visitors. Facilitators will be paid a fee on a per-session basis. The frequency of sessions will depend on demand. Though music, art, and drama have been highlighted, if prospective candidates have ideas about other subjects which might work well in the Cathedral’s Education Programme, please do recommend this.

For more information and how to apply, please visit the Workshop Facilitators news post.

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Safeguarding Trust Panel Members

Voluntary / Governance

Under the constitution of the Church of Ireland, each individual church and cathedral is required to have a Safeguarding Trust Panel (STP) chaired by the incumbent. In Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, this Panel forms a subcommittee of the Board and is chaired by the Dean. The Panel has a role in the oversight and support of the Safeguarding Officer and in supporting the Safeguarding Officer in ensuring implementation of the Cathedral’s bespoke Child Protection Policy.

We are looking for volunteers to join the Safeguarding Trust Panel. The Panel meets approximately every two months in a hybrid (online/in person) manner. People with previous experience working with children or in any other safeguarding-related context are strongly encouraged to put themselves forward.

For more information, please contact Kelley Bermingham & Safeguarding Designated Liaison Person) for further information.

Email: safeguarding@stpatrickscathedral.ie

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Safe Recruitment

Saint Patrick’s Cathedral is committed to ensuring it provides a safe, caring, and supportive environment for all.

As part of this, all successful candidates for employment and volunteering opportunities will be required to undergo comprehensive safer recruitment protocols before commencing their role. These may include – but are not limited to – Garda Vetting, international police criminal records checks, reference checks, and safeguarding training.

For more information about safeguarding at Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, visit the Safeguarding page.