<dt class="rm-fieldTitle">Description</dt><dd class="rm-fieldData"><p data-end="263" data-start="163"><strong data-end="263" data-start="163" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Area Manager | South West UK | High Street Fashion Retail | Salary up to £60,000 + Car and Bonus</strong></p><p data-end="427" data-start="265">We are recruiting an experienced <strong data-end="321" data-start="298">Retail Area Manager</strong> to lead a large multi site portfolio across the South West for a successful high street fashion retailer.</p><p data-end="667" data-start="429">The Area Manager will be responsible for delivering sales growth, profitability and KPI targets while driving high operational standards, developing Store Managers and teams, and ensuring a strong customer first culture across the region.</p><p data-end="840" data-start="669">This is a newly created role within a growing retail business and offers a genuine opportunity to influence performance, develop talent and shape the future of the region.</p><p data-end="868" data-start="842"><strong data-end="868" data-start="842">Area Manager Benefits:</strong></p><ul class="xMailOutline"><li>Salary up to £60,000 plus company car and bonus</li><li>Bonus scheme</li><li>Generous staff discount</li><li>Uniform allowance</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul><p data-end="1069" data-start="1031"><strong data-end="1069" data-start="1031">Area Manager Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul class="xMailOutline"><li>Lead, coach and develop Store Managers across a multi site retail estate</li><li>Deliver sales, margin and profit targets through strong commercial leadership</li><li>Manage KPIs, payroll and controllable costs to maximise store performance</li><li>Ensure consistent customer service, operational and visual merchandising standards</li><li>Deliver full compliance across health &amp; safety and company policies</li><li>Build high performing teams with a strong focus on succession planning</li><li>Work closely with Head Office teams, acting as a key link between stores and central functions</li><li>Visit stores on a structured cycle, leaving clear actions and supporting underperforming locations</li></ul><p data-end="1749" data-start="1736"><strong data-end="1749" data-start="1736">About You</strong></p><ul class="x_MailOutline"><li>Proven experience as an Area Manager, Senior Area Manager or Regional Manager within retail</li><li>Strong commercial and analytical skills with the ability to drive performance</li><li>A people focused leader who develops and motivates high performing teams</li><li>Customer centric and comfortable working in a fast paced retail environment</li><li>Experience within fashion or apparel retail is highly desirable</li></ul><p data-end="2171" data-start="2149"><strong data-end="2171" data-start="2149">About the Business</strong></p><p data-end="2521" data-start="2173">This high street fashion retailer is passionate about delivering great value, strong product ranges and a consistent in store experience. With a growing store portfolio and ambitious plans for the future, the business is committed to developing its people, promoting from within and creating an inclusive, supportive culture where teams can thrive.</p><p data-end="2640" data-start="2523">Every role plays a part in shaping the customer experience and driving continued success across the UK store network.</p><p data-end="2825" data-start="2642">Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National &amp; International Recruitment Consultancy.</p><p data-end="2825" data-start="2642">BH35083</p></dd>