General Manager - Retail

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned shoemaker in London seeks a leader to oversee retail operations and HR initiatives. The successful candidate will manage day-to-day functions, drive performance, and develop policies in a supportive environment. Ideal for those with strong communication skills, commercial acumen, and experience in team leadership. The role offers a structured work environment and a bonus scheme.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Structured working environment

Leadership opportunity

Qualifications

• Proven track record in fostering a culture of excellence.
• Experience in building high-performing teams.
• Strong commercial acumen with a history of achieving financial targets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operational functions across retail space, workshop, and offices.
• Lead HR initiatives including recruitment, onboarding, and performance management.
• Manage financial processes such as budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures for compliance and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Performance management

Commercial acumen

Organizational skills

Education

Qualifications in team leadership, HR, or people management

Job description

• Work with a storied shoemaker, with over 200 years of history.
• Lead a small but close-knit team with a collaborative spirit.

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a storied shoe-maker in London, with over 200 years of history. The company is known for offering exceptional quality, bespoke products and a professional environment for employees to thrive.

Job Description

• Oversee day-to-day operational functions across the retail space, workshop and offices to ensure efficiency and alignment with strategic goals.
• Lead HR initiatives including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Manage financial processes such as budgeting, forecasting, and cost control to ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to support compliance and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to drive continuous improvement across business functions.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to support data-driven decision-making.

The Successful Applicant

Experience & Technical Skills

• Proven track record in fostering a culture of excellence and shared goals.
• Experience in building high-performing teams with measurable, goal-aligned processes.
• Skilled in managing staff performance in line with company values and financial objectives.
• Strong commercial acumen with a history of achieving financial targets.

Personal Skills

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
• Discreet and professional, with a strong understanding of confidentiality.
• Energetic, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities with common sense and initiative.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in team leadership, HR, or people management are highly desirable.

What\'s on Offer

• Opportunity to lead a professional team.
• Supportive and structured working environment.
• Bonus scheme.