Regional Manager, Pub Partners - 12m FTC

Stonegate Group; Bath; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Dental insurance

VIP dining discounts

Life assurance

Learning & Development

Job summary

Stonegate Group, the UK's largest pub, bar, and late-night venue operator, is seeking a Regional Manager for Bath, Swindon and surrounding areas. You will shape regional strategy, drive profitability, and mentor publicans while upholding high retail standards and asset value.

The role requires travel across the region, strong leadership, and a focus on guest experience, with a comprehensive benefits package and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead multiple venues and drive profitability.
• Strong leadership aligned with company values and standards.
• Skilled in data-driven decision making and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Support publicans across Bath, Swindon and surrounding areas.
• Develop and implement regional strategic plans to increase whole pub profit.
• Recruit and develop capable publicans; maintain high property standards.
• Provide business advice, conduct regular reviews, and ensure compliance with Pubs Code.

Skills

Multi-Unit Leader

Leadership

Data analysis

Negotiation skills

Time management

Change management

Communication

Guest experience

Overnight travel

Business acumen

Job description

Regional Manager - Publican Partners - 12 Month FTC

Region: Bath, Swindon and the surrounding areas.

About Us

Stonegate Group is the UK’s largest operator of pubs, bars, and late-night venues. We’re proud of our diverse portfolio and deeply committed to creating an inclusive culture that embraces individuality. By fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and supported, we reflect the vibrant communities we serve and empower our people to thrive.

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Regional Manager, covering Bath, Swindon and the surrounding areas. You will support a number of publicans and their businesses within the Core L&T Division. The key objectives of this role are to produce and implement a quality, robust strategic plan for your region, which is designed to increase ‘whole pub profit’ for each pub, benefiting publican profitability and regional like for like income.

To achieve growth, it is essential to recruit and develop capable, well-funded publicans while maintaining high property standards across all leased and tenanted pubs. This commitment to quality supports excellent retailing and protects asset value. Continual enhancement of retailing standards is accomplished by offering business advice, facilitating regular reviews, and providing opportunities for skills development. Clear and compliant meeting minutes are produced for all business reviews, ensuring consistent standards and alignment with the Pubs Code.

The company upholds the legal and behavioural requirements of the Pubs Code, treating publicans fairly and supporting them in fulfilling their business plans and delivering high retail standards and customer experiences. Regular reviews of business performance help identify opportunities for improvement, with actionable plans created for both parties. A challenging but respectful approach is adopted towards publicans who do not fully exploit commercial opportunities, encouraging them to maximise their potential.

Effective collaboration with Pub Support Centre functions and key suppliers is maintained to achieve procurement objectives and operational goals, ensuring all partnerships contribute to the overall success of the business.

Skills & Experience

• Must be able to drive and stay overnight as needed
• Experienced Multi-Unit Leader with proven results
• Strong leadership aligned with company values
• Proactive, self-motivated, and highly organised
• Focuses on guest experience and sets high standards
• Effective time and relationship management; influences and supports Publicans
• Makes informed decisions using data analysis
• Adapts well to change and leads others through transitions
• Communicates confidently with strong negotiation skills
• Handles conflicts and difficult conversations effectively
• Demonstrates business acumen in delivering efficiencies
• Committed to ongoing personal and professional growth

What makes Stonegate a great place to work?

At Stonegate, we believe that when you feel your best, you do your best. That’s why we’re committed to supporting the health, happiness, and overall wellbeing of every team member. From lifestyle perks and flexible support to mental health resources, our benefits are designed to help you thrive, both in and out of work.

We offer a competitive benefits package including:

• 25 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days of leave each year
• Bonus Scheme
• Access to discounted Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Reward Card via the MiXR app, giving you and your friends 25% off food and drinks as well as VIP entry across our Managed Estate

You'll also receive Life Assurance with access to Help @ Hand, early access to your pay via Stream, and access to the Stonegate Xtra portal for a wide range of high street discounts. Additionally, we offer discounted David Lloyd membership and award-winning Learning & Development programmes to further your career. Plus, there are a variety of other benefits available to support you both inside and outside of work.

If you have a disability as outlined by the Equality Act 2010 and require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please let us know in advance so that any support, aids or adaptations can be put in place to assist you. You can contact us on [e-mail].