Area Manager

C2 Recruitment Ltd; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization is seeking an Area Manager in Buckinghamshire to oversee retail operations of multiple charity shops. In this full-time role, you will inspire teams, drive income, and help support hospice care efforts in the community. The position offers a competitive salary along with numerous benefits, making it an opportunity to lead with purpose.

Benefits

Company car for business travel

Workplace pension (5% employer contribution)

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Enhanced sick pay and family leave policies

Access to Smart Health, including 24/7 online GP

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance (3x salary)

Membership of the Blue Light discount scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing multiple retail locations, preferably charity retail.
• Strong leadership with a people-focused approach.
• Full, clean driving licence and high travel requirement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate Shop Managers across multiple sites.
• Drive income generation and profit growth.
• Ensure compliance and promote community-focused retail.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Planning

Commercial Awareness

Job description

Job Title: Area Manager - Charity Retail (Buckinghamshire)
Location: Buckinghamshire (Full-time, 40 hours per week)
Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 (DOE) + Company Car
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Monday 30th June

Are you a driven, people-first retail leader with a passion for charity and community?
Do you have multi-site management experience and the ability to inspire high-performing teams?

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, values-led hospice charity based in Buckinghamshire that is making a meaningful impact across the region.With a growing network of 15 shops and ambitious plans for further development, this is an exciting time to join their supportive retail leadership team as Area Manager.

About the Role

As Area Manager, you will drive the commercial success of a portfolio of charity shops by delivering a strong, community-focused retail offer.You will lead on Gift Aid, the Hospice Lottery and other key income streams, ensuring each shop supports the charity's mission.

You will manage and motivate a team of Shop Managers, providing empowering leadership and working closely with the Head of Retail to ensure all operations are efficient, compliant and commercially effective.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and support Shop Managers across multiple retail sites
• Drive income generation and profit growth across the portfolio
• Promote Gift Aid and the Hospice Lottery to maximise fundraising
• Ensure each shop reflects its local community while aligning with charity values
• Oversee compliance, health and safety, and operational best practice
• Encourage teamwork, collaboration and a positive culture across the retail division
• Contribute to the ongoing development and expansion of the charity's retail strategy

Essential Criteria

• Proven experience managing multiple retail locations (charity retail desirable)
• Strong leadership skills with a people-focused, empowering approach
• Commercially minded, target-driven and community engaged
• Excellent communication, planning and problem-solving abilities
• Full, clean driving licence - this role involves a high amount of travel and comes with the use of a company car

What You will Get in Return

In addition to a rewarding role with a respected local charity, you will benefit from a competitive salary, development opportunities, and a supportive team culture that promotes work-life balance.

Benefits include:

• Use of a company car for business travel
• Workplace pension (5% employer contribution, with option to increase to 6%)
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with service)
• Enhanced sick pay and family leave policies
• Access to Smart Health, including 24/7 online GP
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Assurance (3x salary)
• Membership of the Blue Light discount scheme

This is more than a retail leadership role — it is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting vital hospice care in your community.

Apply now to take your career to the next level in a role with real purpose.

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