Area Manager (Temporary Contract)

I'm recruiting for an experienced Area Manager to join a leading fashion retailer on a temporary 3-6-month contract, 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.
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 brand image, and continually develops and supports store management.
About you

• Proven experience as an Area Manager / Regional Manager within retail (fashion 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 3-6 month contract, send your details to Sam at Everpool Recruitment today