About Hakim Group

Established in 2001, the Hakim Group work principally within the optical industry, despite recent diversification. They offer practitioners the ability to run their own business with the freedom normally enjoyed by independents alongside the rigorous back-office support of a large company.
Under Chief Executive Officer Imran Hakim, the group have earned a nationwide reputation for innovation, whether clients are looking to sell an existing optometry practice, buy into a new opportunity, or have an opportunity requiring investment and expertise.
It’s a hybrid approach that ensures each practice benefits from the best opportunities – a win-win situation for business owners and patients alike.
Based in Darwen, Lancashire, with 62 employees, the group currently has a strong portfolio of more than 65 independent optician practices. Employees enjoy a range of perks that include exciting events, an employee health plan and access to the financial flexibility fund, pension scheme and Rewards Gift Box.

What is it like to work for Hakim Group

Leadership

100% of staff agreed:

I am inspired by the person leading this organisation

The Chief Executive Officer directly engages with every team member through quarterly one-on-one meetings. This continues throughout the year through communication platforms such as WhatsApp, on which all directors are available 24/7, and the Basecamp platform.

100% of staff agreed:

I am inspired by the person leading this organisation

My Manager

100% of staff agreed:

I feel that my manager talks openly and honestly with me

Managers’ performance is held to an exacting standard, measured across a number of different factors including practice profit growth and team member satisfaction. They’re peer-reviewed every quarter and annually, while team members are asked about management through internal surveys.

100% of staff agreed:

I feel that my manager talks openly and honestly with me

My Company

100% of staff agreed:

I believe I can make a valuable contribution to the success of this organisation

The company has a purpose: to help everyone touched by the business to FISH (Find Inner Self Happiness) – in work, spiritually or emotionally. Managers educate team members in how to SWIM (Success is Within the Individual’s Mind).

100% of staff agreed:

I believe I can make a valuable contribution to the success of this organisation

Learn more about the 8 factors of workplace engagement here

Benefits:

Charity Activities

At least 20% of staff are known to undertake charitable activities during business hours without incurring financial loss
Gym

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Family Friendly

School hours contracts offered to staff