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Human Resources roles at Express span talent acquisition, HR business partnering, compensation, and employee relations across a nationwide retail workforce. Express has a history of sponsoring international HR professionals, particularly those on graduate work authorization pathways, making it a viable target for candidates building a long-term U.S. HR career.
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INTRODUCTION
About PHOENIX
PHOENIX Retail, LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide. Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for being pioneers of exceptional fit and a personalized, innovative retail model. Customers can experience our brands in over 400 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores, 50 Bonobos Guideshops, and online at www.express.com and www.bonobos.com.
About Express
Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to creating confidence and inspiring self-expression. Since its launch in 1980, the brand has embraced a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style. Whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions, Express ensures you look and feel your best, wherever life takes you.
The Company operates over 400 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the express.com online store and the Express mobile app.
Store Name: Opry Mills
Responsibilities
Express is seeking an Assistant Manager to join our team.
The Assistant Manager assists the Store Manager in supervising the store operations, recruiting, management, training, and sales functions, driving productivity, complying with company policies, and creating a great in-store shopping experience for our retail customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Assists in developing, inspiring, and retaining top talent
- Maintain a positive work environment, which encourages an exceptionally high level of the store morale. Focusing on creating an environment built on teamwork and inspiring a “one team” mentality.
- Coach, teach and train Sales Associates for effective job performance.
- Partner with the Store Manager to identify high performing Sales Associates to assist in their growth.
- May assist in the hiring process for Sales Associates by participating in interviews and providing feedback to the Store Manager.
- Support the Store Manager’s analysis of the business and help to execute/communicate clear action plans that optimize results and ensure effective execution of all operational activities.
- Assist in overseeing all aspects of daily store operations.
- Execute action plans to optimize results.
- Ensure sales floor coverage in order to meet customer expectations.
- Oversee merchandise flow, such as shipment, replenishment, and omnichannel operations, throughout the store.
- Maintain adherence to Company Policies and ensures the safety of associates and customers.
- Manage the execution of the store strategy to achieve performance goals.
- Optimize sales/operations opportunity, by leading the associates consistently executes merchandising strategies, operations, loyalty programs and other company initiatives.
- Support a store’s environment focused on consistently delivering a great in-store experience.
- Lead by example in creating a culture of proactive customer engagement to exceed our customer’s expectations.
- Greet and assist all customers in a friendly manner, shares information on product, promotions, and loyalty programs.
- Resolve any customer complaints. Determines the source of issues and takes initiative to identify and resolve them.
- Act as the customer experience leader; Accountable for results of the customer experience and creates action plans to improve performance.
- Creates a positive in-store experience through visual standards
- Other essential functions may occur as directed by your supervisor
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Education: High School or Equivalent
- Years of Experience: 1-3 of relevant job experience
- Proficient in use of technology (iPad, registers)
- Demonstrates strong customer service skills
- Meets defined availability criteria, including nights, weekends and non-business hours
- Meets physical requirements
Critical Skills & Attributes
- Previous retail experience preferred
- Proven ability to drive sales results
- Strong communication skills
- Minimum of two years relevant experience
- Prior sales management experience
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION
PHOENIX offers a range of benefits to help protect full-time associate’s health and long-term financial security including:
- Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match
- Merchandise discount
- Paid Time Off
- Parental leave for new moms and dads
For part-time associates, PHOENIX is partnering with LIG Solutions to help associates obtain individual insurance coverage that best fits their needs and budget, including major medical, dental, vision, supplemental insurance, life Insurance and more.
Additionally, part-time associates may be eligible to receive paid sick leave, public health emergency leave and to participate in the 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match.
Part-time associates are also eligible to receive an Express merchandise discount, participate in our Learn & Earn incentive program, and choose voluntary benefits through YouDecide.
Actual compensation offered is dependent upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, work location, education, relevant skills and experience of the candidate.
If you would like to know more about the California Consumer Privacy Act click here.
An equal opportunity employer, PHOENIX does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. PHOENIX only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. PHOENIX is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a job position due to a disability, please call 1-800-964-9793 and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to AssociateRelations@Express.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Notification to Agencies: Please note that PHOENIX does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, PHOENIX will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.

INTRODUCTION
About PHOENIX
PHOENIX Retail, LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide. Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for being pioneers of exceptional fit and a personalized, innovative retail model. Customers can experience our brands in over 400 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores, 50 Bonobos Guideshops, and online at www.express.com and www.bonobos.com.
About Express
Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to creating confidence and inspiring self-expression. Since its launch in 1980, the brand has embraced a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style. Whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions, Express ensures you look and feel your best, wherever life takes you.
The Company operates over 400 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the express.com online store and the Express mobile app.
Store Name: Opry Mills
Responsibilities
Express is seeking an Assistant Manager to join our team.
The Assistant Manager assists the Store Manager in supervising the store operations, recruiting, management, training, and sales functions, driving productivity, complying with company policies, and creating a great in-store shopping experience for our retail customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Assists in developing, inspiring, and retaining top talent
- Maintain a positive work environment, which encourages an exceptionally high level of the store morale. Focusing on creating an environment built on teamwork and inspiring a “one team” mentality.
- Coach, teach and train Sales Associates for effective job performance.
- Partner with the Store Manager to identify high performing Sales Associates to assist in their growth.
- May assist in the hiring process for Sales Associates by participating in interviews and providing feedback to the Store Manager.
- Support the Store Manager’s analysis of the business and help to execute/communicate clear action plans that optimize results and ensure effective execution of all operational activities.
- Assist in overseeing all aspects of daily store operations.
- Execute action plans to optimize results.
- Ensure sales floor coverage in order to meet customer expectations.
- Oversee merchandise flow, such as shipment, replenishment, and omnichannel operations, throughout the store.
- Maintain adherence to Company Policies and ensures the safety of associates and customers.
- Manage the execution of the store strategy to achieve performance goals.
- Optimize sales/operations opportunity, by leading the associates consistently executes merchandising strategies, operations, loyalty programs and other company initiatives.
- Support a store’s environment focused on consistently delivering a great in-store experience.
- Lead by example in creating a culture of proactive customer engagement to exceed our customer’s expectations.
- Greet and assist all customers in a friendly manner, shares information on product, promotions, and loyalty programs.
- Resolve any customer complaints. Determines the source of issues and takes initiative to identify and resolve them.
- Act as the customer experience leader; Accountable for results of the customer experience and creates action plans to improve performance.
- Creates a positive in-store experience through visual standards
- Other essential functions may occur as directed by your supervisor
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Education: High School or Equivalent
- Years of Experience: 1-3 of relevant job experience
- Proficient in use of technology (iPad, registers)
- Demonstrates strong customer service skills
- Meets defined availability criteria, including nights, weekends and non-business hours
- Meets physical requirements
Critical Skills & Attributes
- Previous retail experience preferred
- Proven ability to drive sales results
- Strong communication skills
- Minimum of two years relevant experience
- Prior sales management experience
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION
PHOENIX offers a range of benefits to help protect full-time associate’s health and long-term financial security including:
- Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match
- Merchandise discount
- Paid Time Off
- Parental leave for new moms and dads
For part-time associates, PHOENIX is partnering with LIG Solutions to help associates obtain individual insurance coverage that best fits their needs and budget, including major medical, dental, vision, supplemental insurance, life Insurance and more.
Additionally, part-time associates may be eligible to receive paid sick leave, public health emergency leave and to participate in the 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match.
Part-time associates are also eligible to receive an Express merchandise discount, participate in our Learn & Earn incentive program, and choose voluntary benefits through YouDecide.
Actual compensation offered is dependent upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, work location, education, relevant skills and experience of the candidate.
If you would like to know more about the California Consumer Privacy Act click here.
An equal opportunity employer, PHOENIX does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. PHOENIX only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. PHOENIX is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a job position due to a disability, please call 1-800-964-9793 and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to AssociateRelations@Express.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Notification to Agencies: Please note that PHOENIX does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, PHOENIX will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Human Resources Jobs at Express Jobs
Frame your HR credentials for retail
Translate your experience into retail-specific language before applying. Express HR teams prioritize candidates with high-volume hiring backgrounds, store operations exposure, or workforce planning skills that map directly to a distributed retail headcount model.
Target roles that align with your visa type
Express sponsors both employment-based Green Card pathways and F-1 OPT. If you're on OPT, apply to roles explicitly requiring a degree in Human Resources, Business, or Organizational Psychology, since specialty occupation classification depends on that degree-to-role connection.
Start your OPT application timeline early
USCIS recommends filing your OPT application up to 90 days before your program end date. For a retail company with structured onboarding cycles, a delayed EAD can push your start date past the hiring window Express has budgeted for.
Use Migrate Mate to surface open HR roles
Express posts Human Resources openings across corporate, regional, and store support functions. Browse verified Express HR listings on Migrate Mate to filter specifically for visa-sponsoring positions and track which roles are currently active.
Prepare documentation before the offer stage
Have your transcripts, degree equivalency evaluation, and prior work authorization records ready before the offer. Express HR teams move quickly once a candidate clears interviews, and delays in document collection can stall the employer's USCIS filing timeline.
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Find Human Resources at Express JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Express sponsor H-1B visas for Human Resources?
Express's documented sponsorship activity for Human Resources sits primarily with employment-based Green Card pathways and F-1 OPT rather than H-1B. That doesn't categorically rule out H-1B sponsorship, but HR candidates should prioritize applying during OPT and building a track record at Express before expecting H-1B support, given the retail sector's general preference for those pathways.
How do I apply for Human Resources jobs at Express?
Apply through the Express careers portal or browse current visa-sponsoring HR openings on Migrate Mate, which filters specifically for roles where sponsorship is documented. Target positions in talent acquisition, HR business partnering, or people operations, and tailor your resume to reflect high-volume retail hiring or multi-location workforce experience before submitting.
Which visa types are commonly used for Human Resources roles at Express?
Express has sponsored HR professionals through F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, and employment-based immigrant visa categories including EB-2 and EB-3. OPT is the most common entry point for recent graduates. The EB-2 and EB-3 pathways typically come into play after a candidate has established tenure in an HR role at the company and the employer initiates PERM labor certification.
What qualifications does Express expect for sponsored Human Resources roles?
Most sponsored HR roles at Express require a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Practical experience in retail workforce management, applicant tracking systems, or employee relations strengthens your candidacy significantly. For OPT and H-1B purposes, the degree must align with the specific role's duties to satisfy USCIS specialty occupation requirements.
How do I understand the sponsorship timeline for an HR role at Express?
If you're on F-1 OPT, your authorization is tied to your EAD card, and Express will need your start date to align with that window. For EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship, PERM filing typically begins after your first year of employment. DOL's PERM process currently takes several months before USCIS receives the underlying immigrant petition, so long-term planning with your HR manager matters from day one.
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