Lead Dispensing Optician / Optical Dispensary Manager
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Mon–Thurs 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, Fri 9:00 AM–2:30 PM (No weekends)
An Exceptional Career Move Awaits… in Paradise
Are you a forward-thinking GOC-registered Dispensing Optician with experience in luxury eyewear retail and team leadership? Would you welcome a lifestyle change in a vibrant, English-speaking island with beautiful beaches and no commute? We are seeking an ambitious and experienced Dispensing Optician / Optical Dispensary Manager to lead our high-end optical boutique in Hamilton, Bermuda.
This is a rare opportunity to take your career to the next level while working with a respected, locally owned healthcare group. You’ll be managing a well-established dispensary that serves 80–100 patients per day (clinical + retail), with a focus on high-touch service, premium products, and operational excellence.
The Role
- Lead and develop a team of qualified opticians and sales associates
- Oversee luxury frame buying and inventory strategy
- Manage pricing, performance targets, and customer journey optimisation
- Coordinate closely with our affiliated surfacing lab
- Drive service excellence and manage complaints and remakes
- Liaise with ownership and management to achieve financial KPIs
- Represent the brand at industry events and direct social media initiatives
About You
- Registered Dispensing Optician with the General Optical Council (GOC) or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in optical retail, with at least 2 years in a management or supervisory role
- Strong knowledge of luxury eyewear and customer service excellence
- Competent in EHR/POS systems (e.g. Compulink, Optix, See20/20) and Microsoft Office
- Confident in using data and technology to improve operations
- Contact Lens certification and/or business qualifications (e.g., Retail Management) are desirable
- ABO-NCLE or Master Optician certification (if U.S. trained) is a plus
Package & Benefits
- Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
- No weekend work – enjoy your island life!
- Comprehensive health and dental coverage
- 4 Weeks plus (plus statutory) paid holidays, 8 sick days, and 3 paid overseas CPD days annually
- Up to £950/year CPD reimbursement
- Annual GOC registration fee reimbursed
- Arrival/final departure airfare covered
- Relocation assistance (negotiable)
What Makes This Role Unique?
- Join a locally owned, highly respected practice – not a chain
- Influence product selection and supplier relationships
- Collaborate with owners and clinical team directly
- Enjoy island living with short commutes, no income tax, and warm weather year-round
Ready to Lead in a Setting Like No Other?
Apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this island-based leadership opportunity.
📧 Send to: SDesilva@avcltd.bm
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