Regional Director - Outer London (13428)

Watches of Switzerland Group PLC; Leicester; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Purchase Scheme

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 Virtual GP service

Share Save Scheme

Birthday Off

Free Wellbeing Tools

Generous Discount Scheme

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Job summary

Watches of Switzerland Group PLC is seeking a Regional Director to lead multiple high-value showrooms within a defined region. You will shape performance through entrepreneurial thinking, rigorous standards, and a collaborative leadership style, ensuring exceptional client experiences across Outer London and beyond.

You will drive commercial results, develop leaders, and align the retail network with the company’s strategic goals, delivering sustainable growth and an outstanding luxury client

Qualifications

• Accomplished leader with multi-site experience, delivering sustainable results through strong leadership.
• Deep understanding of Retail P&L and commercial levers to drive performance.
• Proven ability in business development, budget management, and operational efficiency.
• Highly numerate with strong analytical skills to interpret data and influence strategy.
• Strategic thinker who translates plans into actionable outcomes for teams.
• Track record in developing leaders and talent, driving succession and progression.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple high-value showrooms within a defined region.
• Drive commercial success by implementing entrepreneurial strategies and maintaining high standards.
• Foster collaborative culture across Outer London and wider business.
• Act as the link between the Support Office, retail network, clients and partners to deliver outstanding results.

Skills

Multi-site leadership

Retail P&L

Budget management

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Talent development

Job description

As a Regional Director, you will oversee multiple high-value showrooms within a defined region, ensuring our purpose and values are consistently delivered through exceptional team performance. You will drive commercial success by implementing entrepreneurial strategies, maintaining high standards, and fostering a collaborative culture across Outer London and the wider business.

Your Leadership Will Focus On Three Key Pillars

• Commercials – Delivering strong financial performance and operational excellence.
• People – Inspiring, developing, and influencing teams, creating robust succession plans, and building future leadership capability.
• Client Experience – Championing a luxury experience that exceeds expectations and strengthens client relationships.

Acting as the vital link between the Support Office, retail network, clients, and business partners, you will champion strong relationships and deliver outstanding results.

About You

• Accomplished leader with multi-site experience, delivering sustainable results through strong leadership
• Deep understanding of Retail P&L and commercial levers to drive performance
• Proven ability in business development, budget management, and operational efficiency
• Highly numerate with strong analytical skills to interpret data and influence strategy
• Strategic thinker who translates plans into actionable outcomes for teams
• Track record in developing leaders and talent, driving succession and progression

About Us

Did you know we're a FTSE-250 retail company employing nearly 3,000 people across the UK and the United States. We're the UK's leading luxury watch specialist in the UK with a significant presence in the US and a complementary jewellery offering. At the last count we have over 190 showrooms across the UK and US including dedicated mono-brand boutiques in partnership with brands such as Rolex, OMEGA, TAG Heuer and Breitling plus seven e-commerce websites!

Our success is based on strong, long-standing partnerships with the most prestigious luxury watch brands, supported by impactful marketing and powered by leading-edge technology to provide our clients with a modern, distinctive luxury experience. This is underpinned by our people, who are highly trained and motivated to deliver exceptional client experience whilst building inclusive teams.

Watches of Switzerland Group has moved our headquarters to a new, state-of-the-art office in Carlton Park, Leicester. The new 75,000 square foot office is located just outside of Leicester city centre and is home to over 500 employees. Surrounded by 32 acres of woodlands with facilities such as a mini market, team lounges, a multi-faith room and a parent room.

Our clients love us for our exceptional client experience, expertise, and approachability. Our clients are at the heart of everything that we do – we love to wow our clients and make every interaction with us special and memorable.

Some Of Our Benefits

• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• 24/7 Virtual GP service
• Share Save Scheme
• Enjoy your Birthday Off
• Free Wellbeing Tools
• Generous Discount Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity Pay

At Watches of Switzerland Group, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment that embraces employees' unique backgrounds and perspectives.