Area Manager

  • Everpool Recruitment
  • Stone, Kent
  • Feb 24, 2026
Full time Retail

Job Description

I'm recruiting for an experienced Area Manager to join a leading charity retailer on a temporary 6-month contract (could go perm), 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
  • 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 6 month contract, send your details to Sam at Everpool Recruitment today