<dt class="rm-fieldTitle">Description</dt><dd class="rm-fieldData"><p><strong><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Head of Retail - South of England</span></strong></p><p><br><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><strong>Discount Fashion Brand</strong> </span><br><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><strong>Location:</strong> South of England (Regional role with regular travel)</span><br><span style="font-size: 8pt;"> <strong>Reporting to:</strong> Retail Director</span></p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 8pt;">The Role</span></strong><br><span style="font-size: 8pt;">We are looking for an experienced and commercially driven <strong>Head of Retail</strong> to lead and grow our store estate across the South of England. This is a senior leadership role with full accountability for sales performance, operational excellence, people development, and brand standards across a large, multi-site retail portfolio. </span><br><span style="font-size: 8pt;">You will play a critical role in driving profitability in a high-volume, value-led fashion environment, ensuring our stores deliver outstanding results while remaining true to our customer promise.</span></p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Key Responsibilities</span></strong></p><ul><li><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Lead, inspire, and develop a large regional retail management team</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Own full regional P&amp;L, delivering sales growth and cost control</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Drive consistent execution of retail standards, VM, and operational processes</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Translate company strategy into clear regional action plans</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Maximise store performance through effective people planning, coaching, and succession</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Partner closely with Buying, Merchandising, HR, and Supply Chain teams</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Ensure excellent customer experience across all stores</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Lead change initiatives and support new store openings and refits</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Maintain strong compliance with all health, safety, and legal requirements</span></p></li></ul><p><strong><span style="font-size: 8pt;">About You</span></strong></p><ul><li><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Proven experience in a <strong>senior retail leadership role</strong> (Head of Retail / Regional Director / Senior Regional Manager)</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Background in <strong>discount, value, or high-volume fashion retail</strong> (essential)</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Strong commercial acumen with a track record of driving sales and margin</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Confident people leader who builds high-performing teams</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Hands-on, pragmatic, and comfortable working at pace</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Data-driven, with the ability to turn insight into action</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Flexible to travel extensively across the South of England</span></p></li></ul><p><strong><span style="font-size: 8pt;">What We Offer</span></strong></p><ul><li><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Competitive salary and bonus package</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Car allowance</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Generous staff discount</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Opportunity to shape and influence a growing retail brand</span></p></li><li><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture with real progression opportunities</span></p></li></ul><p><strong><span style="font-size: 8pt;">How to Apply</span></strong><br><span style="font-size: 8pt;">If you are a results-focused retail leader with a passion for value fashion and team development, we would love to hear from you.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">BH35087</span></p></dd>