Head of Retail

Advocate Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head of Retail to lead its UK & Ireland portfolio. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape retail strategy and drive performance across beautiful retail spaces. The ideal candidate will be a commercially minded leader with a passion for customer experience and team development. Join this premium lifestyle brand and make a significant impact in a high-touch environment where craftsmanship and quality are at the forefront.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading retail operations for premium brands.
• Ability to balance strategy and execution effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the UK & Ireland retail strategy aligned with global objectives.
• Drive commercial performance and operational excellence.

Skills

Retail Leadership

Commercial Strategy

Customer Experience

Team Development

Stakeholder Management

Job description

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International Consumer Product Recruitment Expert

Head of Retail – UK & Ireland

Confidential Opportunity – Premium Consumer Brand

A much-loved, premium lifestyle brand is seeking a dynamic and commercially astute Head of Retail to lead its UK & Ireland store portfolio.

With a strong heritage and international presence, this brand is synonymous with craftsmanship, design, and quality. This role offers the opportunity to shape the retail strategy, drive store performance, and lead a passionate team across a network of beautiful retail spaces.

What you'll be doing:

• Owning and evolving the UK & Ireland retail strategy, aligned with global objectives
• Leading and developing a team of store leaders and regional managers across the estate
• Driving commercial performance, customer experience, and operational excellence
• Collaborating cross-functionally to elevate omnichannel integration and brand consistency
• Championing brand standards and cultivating a strong internal culture

About you:

• A proven retail leader with experience in premium or heritage brands
• Commercially minded, customer-obsessed, and people-focused
• Able to balance strategy and execution, with a hands-on leadership style
• A strong communicator and collaborator with experience influencing senior stakeholders

If you're excited by the idea of leading retail in a high-touch, premium environment—and making a visible impact—we'd love to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Management

• Industries

  Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry and Retail

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