Natalie Griffths

Store Manager

"I've worked in retail since I was 13. I’ve always loved the public involvement and fast moving atmosphere. So, when an Assistant Manager job came up at Claire's, I jumped at the chance."

"I'd always shopped at Claire's, so knew it was a lively place to be, with a vast selection of products. At the interview I showed I was an outgoing and confident person who would fit in well at the company. And, proving that I was passionate about growing with Claire's, it took just a year to become a Store Manager."

"The on-the-job training’s brilliant, and I've just completed my management training and NVQ Level 2 in Business Management. Every Claire's store is different, but the business is built on a foundation of loyalty, trust and guidance. There's always someone to go to when you need support."

"I now work at the Preston store, looking after four trainees and an incredibly high turnover. I have a lot of very exciting plans for the store, as there's a great deal of opportunity that hasn't been tapped into yet. Personally speaking, I'm going to finish my Store Management Trainer training. I want to become a District Sales Manager or specialise in loss prevention. The thing I love most is shutting the store in the evenings, with a sense of pride that comes from being a Store Manager - realising you got there through hard work and dedication. I just wish there was more hours in the day to fit everything in!"