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Head of Retail

Location: London, Central London

Employer: Luxury Retailer

Salary: Up to £85,000

Reference: PS - 15520/8

Date added: 2 hours ago

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We are seeking an experienced Head of Retail to lead UK retail operations for a renowned British luxury menswear and womenswear brand, while also playing a key role in international expansion.

Key Responsibilities
Report directly to the CEO and sit on the senior leadership team.
Oversee operations across 8–9 London stores, Cheshire Oaks, and Edinburgh, while supporting international store openings (Paris, Germany, Tokyo, US).
Deliver excellence programmes and drive best-in-class retail standards.
Lead, train, and develop retail teams to achieve ambitious targets.
Drive organisational efficiency and ensure responsive, high-quality service.

Key Requirements
Extensive experience in luxury retail, ideally with a strong menswear background (broader luxury retail considered).
Currently operating at Head of Retail or Retail Director level.
Proven success in leading multi-site retail operations and managing new store openings.
Exceptional leadership, people management, and team development skills.
Highly organised, target-driven, and energetic.
Warm, approachable, and able to foster a positive team culture.
Experience with luxury menswear brands is preferred.
Strong UK retail experience; European/global exposure a plus.

Package & Benefits
Annual salary reviews and variable bonus (based on company and personal performance)
Uniform allowance: £2,000 per season (£4,000 per year)
50% staff discount
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Statutory pension

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