Optometry Partner

Optometry Partnership - Durham and Arnison 33% Optom Shares and 16% Hearcare - £425,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the partnership at Durham & Arnison Specsavers and Audiology with a 33% Optics share across both stores and 16% Audiology share available. This is a well-established, high-performing linked business, made up of two large stores, both recently boosted in December 2025 and delivering strong financial performance, high conversion, and a growing ATV. Located in Durham city centre and the thriving Arnison Retail Park, this partnership offers the opportunity to step into a mature, well-led business with experienced teams, strong clinical capability, and excellent customer demand. Key Features • Combined weekly turnover of £70k + • Strong profitability • High ATV and growing (above regional average) • Recently completed Boost refits (Dec 2025) • Hub & spoke model (Arnison hub, Durham spoke) • Onsite glazing • Excellent clinical offering including MECS, Post-CAT, IOP refinement & Children's pathways Strong people culture with proven success in developing and retaining talent Established leadership What's on Offer? • Opportunity to take ownership in a high-performing, multi-site business • Work alongside an established and experienced partner and leadership team • Immediate opportunity to influence and shape future growth strategy • Access to strong clinical and retail teams (25 retail, 8 FT Optoms + wider clinical team) • Established infrastructure with lab services, OCT, and enhanced pathways in place Why Durham and Arnison? Durham is a vibrant and historic city with a prestigious university, a thriving local economy, and continued investment including a £10m+ bus station refurbishment, Riverwalk development, and the upcoming Prince Bishops Shopping Centre redevelopment. Durham store sits in a prime city centre location, close to the bus station, train links, and commuter footfall, serving a diverse mix of professionals, residents, and students. Arnison store benefits from a busy retail park location, free parking, and a strong family demographic, providing excellent volume and accessibility. Together, these locations offer a balanced mix of high-volume footfall and strong commercial opportunity, with clear future growth potential. Key Attributes Required: • Optometrist with multi-site experience preferred • A commercially minded leader confident in driving both clinical and retail performance • Passion for people development, continuing the strong “grow your own” culture • Strong collaborator who can work within a linked business model To find out more contact: