RHR has been recruiting for the retail industry for nearly four decades, working with organisations across retail, FMCG, financial services and hospitality. We are an Employee Owned Trust, so the team advising you has a genuine stake in getting it right. Every area manager role listed here is a live vacancy we are actively recruiting for.

Whether you’re looking for your first area manager position or your next senior opportunity, we recruit across store, head office and board-level roles.

Related Retail Careers

Delivering great customer experiences while driving sales and running stores effectively. We recruit for a wide range of retail jobs including Retail Assistant, Sales Advisor, Supervisor, Team Leader, Assistant Store Manager, Store Manager, Area Manager, Regional Manager, Head of Retail, Retail Director opportunities. Find out more about a career in Retail Management.

Many retail professionals work closely alongside teams in Visual Merchandising and HR.

Permanent, Temporary and Contract Area Manager Jobs

Whether you are looking for a permanent position, maternity cover, temporary assignment or fixed-term contract, Retail Human Resources recruits across every type of employment. We work with businesses of all sizes, from growing independent brands through to internationally recognised retailers.

Browse opportunities across full-time roles, temporary positions, fixed-term contracts and remote opportunities.

Area Manager Jobs Across the UK

Many of our area manager vacancies are based in and around London, where many retail head offices are located. We also recruit regularly across Manchester, Leeds, Glasgow, Nottingham and other major retail and commercial centres.

We also recruit for retail businesses across Latin America, including Mexico, Colombia and Ecuador.

Career Advice for Area Managers

If you’re considering a career in retail or looking to take the next step, our career guidance articles provide information on career paths, key skills and progression opportunities.

You can also access advice on writing your CV, preparing for interviews, assessment centres and negotiating your salary.