Ascension : ASSISTANT MANAGER
Submitted by The Islander (Islander Internet Editor) 29.05.2008 (Article Archived on 12.06.2008)

Solomon & Company (St Helena) Plc wishes to employ an Assistant Manager to work within their Georgetown Shop.

Solomon & Company (St Helena) Plc wishes to employ an Assistant Manager to work within their Georgetown Shop. This post will be available from October 2008.

The successful applicant will be accountable to the General Manager and will be required to deputise in his absence.  It is essential for the candidate to have experience in a supervisory/managerial role with a sound financial background and knowledgeable in computer base applications. They must be trustworthy, highly motivated and approachable, have good communication skills and ability to meet tight deadlines. They must also be flexible, able to work under pressure and as part of a busy team and, be generally physically fit. 

The main duties of the post will include managing the day-to-day running of the accounts office, maintaining the security of all cash received, accurately balance all manual and electronic accounting records and at times a certain level of physical work is required when goods are received from South Africa and the United Kingdom.

The successful candidate will be entitled to:

• 30 working days leave per year


• One paid holiday to St. Helena/UK; equivalent to a return passage to St Helena.


• Sick leave entitlement


• Staff discount on special orders


• Food allowance


• Free accommodation with single status utility allowance.


• Gratuity

The Salary for the post is taxable and ranges from £8400 - £10,300 per annum.  However, depending on qualifications and experience the successful candidate may initially be required to start at the lower rate commencing£8400 per annum.  In addition, a single ‘Cost of Living’ allowance will be paid at the rate of £2688 per annum.  Hours of work are 40 per week. 

This post is being offered as single status and accommodation will be provided. 

For further details, including a job description, please contact the General Manager at the Georgetown Shop.

Applications should be made in writing to Ian Gough, General Manager (Ascension) at the Georgetown Shop and should include an up to date CV.

Closing date for applications is the 30^th June 2008.