Retail Fit-Out & Store Openings Lead

Bicester Village; Bicester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Bicester Village is seeking a Retail Development Manager to lead shop-fit orientation, oversee new openings and refurbishment programmes, and ensure compliance with design standards and regulatory requirements.

You will collaborate with Brands and cross-functional teams to manage drawings, local authorities approvals, and sustainability guidelines while driving excellent guest experience and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience as surveyor or construction project management; Architect qualification beneficial.
• Strong knowledge of local building regulations and compliance requirements.
• Exposure to European/international companies and sustainability guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead Brand Orientation and provide relevant shop-fit information and manuals.
• Oversee fit-out process for new openings, re-merchandising and refit programmes.
• Enhance shop-fit quality to meet standards of excellence.
• Support local team with drawings for units and special projects.

Skills

Project management

Store openings leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Team collaboration

English business communication

Education

Architect qualification (beneficial)

Tools

AutoCAD

Photoshop

SketchUp

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bicester Village is seeking a Retail Development Manager to lead shop-fit orientation, oversee new openings and refurbishment programmes, and ensure compliance with design standards and regulatory requirements.

You will collaborate with Brands and cross-functional teams to manage drawings, local authorities approvals, and sustainability guidelines while driving excellent guest experience and operational excellence.