Retail Area Manager

London & Kent

£38000 - £45000 pro rata

I’m recruiting for an experienced Area Manager to join a leading retailer overseeing a multi-site portfolio across London and Kent.

This role would suit an Area Manager who is immediately available from fashion / retail or charity background. (contract)

This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where you’ll be the vital link between stores and Head Office, driving performance, standards, and team capability across the area.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the key communication link between stores and Head Office
• Deliver KPIs, sales targets, and overall commercial performance across the region
• Lead, coach and motivate store teams, developing capability and succession
• Ensure consistently high standards of customer experience and brand presentation
• Plan and organise store visits effectively to maximise impact and performance
• Analyse performance data to identify opportunities and implement improvements
• Confident decision-making and problem-solving in a reactive retail environment
• Ensure full compliance with company policies, processes and operational standards
• Support with recruitment, onboarding and retention across the area
• Drive a strong culture of engagement, accountability and high performance

You’ll be responsible for the smooth running of the stores, executing a strategy that ensures every site performs strongly, maximises sales, and continually develops and supports store management.

About you

• Proven experience as an Area Manager within retail (fashion or charity preferred)
• Essential: experience managing up to 10 stores
• Strong leadership style with the ability to influence at all levels
• Commercially focused, target-driven and confident using data to improve results
• Organised, resilient and able to manage pressure while maintaining a positive approach

If you’re a self-starter with high drive and motivation and you’re available for a contract, send your details to Sam at Everpool Recruitment today