Retail Managers

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Full Time Average
Weekly Wage
$1,250 to $1,530
Earnings for full-time employees before tax.

The ranges are for all ages and levels of experience, so they cannot be used to determine what an individual worker will actually earn.
Full Time/Part Time
Split
82%18%
This shows the proportion of workers who work part-time.

The information uses the Australian Bureau of Statistics definition of part-time, which is working less than 35 hours per week.
Currently Employed
Workers
248,000
The total number of people employed in Australia in November 2025 for this occupation.

It includes both full-time and part-time workers.
Future Job Openings
Next Five Years
< 5k
An estimate of the number of job opportunities likely to be available over the next five years.

It does not provide any guidance about the number of job seekers for this occupation.
Current
Unemployment
Low
The unemployment rate is the number of unemployed people as a percentage of the labour force (employed plus unemployed).
An occupation may have high unemployment but may also be experiencing shortages for particular skills.
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Career Details

Retail Managers organise and control the operations of establishments which provide retail services.

Most occupations in this field typically require an Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma.

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Tasks Include:

determining product mix, stock levels and service standards
formulating and implementing purchasing and marketing policies, and setting prices
promoting and advertising the establishment's goods and services
selling goods and services to customers and advising them on product use
maintaining records of stock levels and financial transactions
undertaking budgeting for the establishment
controlling selection, training and supervision of staff
ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations

Occupations:

Retail Manager (General)
Antique Dealer
Betting Agency Manager
Hair or Beauty Salon Manager
Post Office Manager
Travel Agency Manager

Retail Manager (General)

Alternative Titles:

Retail Store Manager
Shop Manager

Retail Pharmacists are excluded from this occupation. Retail Pharmacists are included in Unit Group 2515 Pharmacists, in Occupation 251513 Retail Pharmacist.

Specialisations:

Fast Food Manager
Newsagent
Retail Bakery Manager

Antique Dealer

Buys and sells antiques such as furniture, art, jewellery and china. May also clean, restore and value antiques. Registration or licensing may be required.

Betting Agency Manager

Organises and controls the operations of a branch of a betting agency. Registration or licensing is required.

Hair Or Beauty Salon Manager

Organises and controls the operations of a hairdressing or beauty salon. Registration or licensing may be required.

Post Office Manager

Organises and controls the operations of a post office.

Travel Agency Manager

Organises and controls the operations of a travel agency. Registration or licensing may be required.

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