Assistant Market Manager (Longsight Market)
| Posting date: | 12 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 January 2026 |
| Location: | Manchester, Greater Manchester |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Manchester City Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | (ID:7304) |
Summary
Working Hours: 35 Hours Per Week (Various shifts, 5 days over 6 (Monday to Saturday) between the hours of 7:00am and 06:00pm )
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Additional Payments: 6.7% Flexibility Payment
Closing Date: 26 January 2026
Closing time: 11.59pm
Interview Method: Face to Face
This role is subject to:
2 References - where possible we require 3 years' history.
About The Role:
Join Our Team at Longsight Market!
The Markets Service is looking for an Assistant Market Manager to help drive the success of Manchester’s markets—maximising income, supporting traders, and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for customers. If you’re an experienced manager seeking a new challenge—or a team leader ready to step up—this is your opportunity to make a real impact.
This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where no two days are the same. You’ll ensure the market runs smoothly and remains a vibrant space for traders and customers, whatever the weather. If you thrive on variety and responsibility, we’d love to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
Support the Market Manager with day-to-day operations.
Be the first point of contact for traders and customers—resolving queries quickly and professionally.
Oversee cleaning schedules and maintain high standards across the site.
Handle payments, manage trader accounts, and keep accurate records.
Allocate tasks to the team and monitor performance.
Report and follow up on repairs to keep the market safe and compliant.
About the Candidate:
What We’re Looking For
Experience as a team leader, supervisor, or manager in facilities, logistics, cleaning, or similar operational roles.
A confident communicator who enjoys working with people.
Highly organised and adaptable, balancing office tasks with on-site responsibilities.
A proactive problem solver with a can-do attitude.
Comfortable with technology and eager to learn new systems.
Resilient and ready to work outdoors in all conditions.
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Additional Payments: 6.7% Flexibility Payment
Closing Date: 26 January 2026
Closing time: 11.59pm
Interview Method: Face to Face
This role is subject to:
2 References - where possible we require 3 years' history.
About The Role:
Join Our Team at Longsight Market!
The Markets Service is looking for an Assistant Market Manager to help drive the success of Manchester’s markets—maximising income, supporting traders, and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for customers. If you’re an experienced manager seeking a new challenge—or a team leader ready to step up—this is your opportunity to make a real impact.
This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where no two days are the same. You’ll ensure the market runs smoothly and remains a vibrant space for traders and customers, whatever the weather. If you thrive on variety and responsibility, we’d love to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
Support the Market Manager with day-to-day operations.
Be the first point of contact for traders and customers—resolving queries quickly and professionally.
Oversee cleaning schedules and maintain high standards across the site.
Handle payments, manage trader accounts, and keep accurate records.
Allocate tasks to the team and monitor performance.
Report and follow up on repairs to keep the market safe and compliant.
About the Candidate:
What We’re Looking For
Experience as a team leader, supervisor, or manager in facilities, logistics, cleaning, or similar operational roles.
A confident communicator who enjoys working with people.
Highly organised and adaptable, balancing office tasks with on-site responsibilities.
A proactive problem solver with a can-do attitude.
Comfortable with technology and eager to learn new systems.
Resilient and ready to work outdoors in all conditions.
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