Centre Manager: Lead Premier Retail Destination & Community

Andersen James Group; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Andersen James Group is seeking a Centre Manager for a high-profile retail and leisure destination on the South Coast. You will own day-to-day operations, manage occupier relationships, and drive commercial performance while working with the wider property and asset management teams to maximise the scheme's potential.

You will lead on-site teams, oversee budgets, and report on trading performance and business plan objectives, with strong emphasis on customer experience and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing retail destinations or large schemes.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and contractor management.
• Demonstrable financial acumen and budget control.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational and commercial performance of the retail destination.
• Oversee service charges and budgeting for the scheme.
• Build relationships with occupiers, contractors and local stakeholders.
• Drive customer engagement, footfall initiatives and commercial opportunities.
• Oversee FM services, safety compliance and contractor performance.
• Support leasing activity and collaborate with asset management teams.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Budget oversight

Customer experience

Operations management

Job description

Andersen James Group is seeking a Centre Manager for a high-profile retail and leisure destination on the South Coast. You will own day-to-day operations, manage occupier relationships, and drive commercial performance while working with the wider property and asset management teams to maximise the scheme's potential.

You will lead on-site teams, oversee budgets, and report on trading performance and business plan objectives, with strong emphasis on customer experience and stakeholder engagement.