Head of Retail - South

Zachary Daniels; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading discount fashion brand is seeking a Head of Retail to oversee their store operations across the South of England. This senior leadership role requires proven retail experience and a strong track record in driving sales and margin. Candidates should be confident leaders with the ability to inspire teams while maintaining operational excellence. The position includes a competitive salary, car allowance, generous staff discount, and opportunities for progression in a fast-paced retail environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus package

Car allowance

Generous staff discount

Opportunity for progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior retail leadership role (Head of Retail / Regional Director / Senior Regional Manager).
• Background in discount, value, or high-volume fashion retail.
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of driving sales and margin.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a large regional retail management team.
• Own full regional P&L, delivering sales growth and cost control.
• Drive consistent execution of retail standards and operational processes.

Skills

Senior retail leadership

Commercial acumen

Hands-on approach

Data-driven decision making

Team building

Job description

Head of Retail - South of England

Discount Fashion Brand

Location :

South of England (Regional role with regular travel)

Reporting to : Retail Director

The Role

We are looking for an experienced and commercially driven Head of Retail 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.

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, and develop a large regional retail management team
• Own full regional P&L, delivering sales growth and cost control
• Drive consistent execution of retail standards, VM, and operational processes
• Translate company strategy into clear regional action plans
• Maximise store performance through effective people planning, coaching, and succession
• Partner closely with Buying, Merchandising, HR, and Supply Chain teams
• Ensure excellent customer experience across all stores
• Lead change initiatives and support new store openings and refits
• Maintain strong compliance with all health, safety, and legal requirements

About You

• Proven experience in a senior retail leadership role (Head of Retail / Regional Director / Senior Regional Manager)
• Background in discount, value, or high-volume fashion retail (essential)
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of driving sales and margin
• Confident people leader who builds high-performing teams
• Hands‑on, pragmatic, and comfortable working at pace
• Data‑driven, with the ability to turn insight into action
• Flexible to travel extensively across the South of England

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and bonus package
• Car allowance
• Generous staff discount
• Opportunity to shape and influence a growing retail brand
• Fast‑paced, entrepreneurial culture with real progression opportunities

How to Apply

If you are a results-focused retail leader with a passion for value fashion and team development, we would love to hear from you.