Store Manager - Contemporary Fashion Brand

Job description

Mode Search is proud to partner with an internationally recognised contemporary fashion house in the search for a Store Manager for their Central London location.

Renowned for its modern, inclusive design and contemporary approach to women’s ready-to-wear, shoes, and accessories, this brand continues to expand its presence globally. This is a rare opportunity to lead a high-performing store team in a flagship environment serving an international clientele.

Reporting directly to the UK Country Manager, the Store Manager will drive commercial performance, operational excellence, and client engagement, while inspiring a motivated and ambitious store team.

This position is ideal for a confident, client-focused retail leader with strong experience in premium fashion, a passion for clientelling, and proven people management skills.

The Role

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 5 (1 ASM, 2 full-time and 2 part-time associates) to achieve store KPIs and sales targets
• Own all aspects of store performance, including stock management, visual merchandising, and operational standards
• Build and maintain a loyal client base, implementing a structured clienteling strategy and maximising all sales opportunities
• Organise and host in-store events, styling appointments, and community initiatives in partnership with HQ and Marketing
• Analyse sales trends, customer behaviour, and operational metrics to inform and execute action plans
• Recruit, onboard, and train staff, conducting regular performance reviews, PDPs, and appraisal discussions
• Lead by example on the shop floor, ensuring all team members embody brand values and sales procedures
• Maintain operational excellence, including BOPIS/BOSFS processes, deliveries, shrinkage control, and weekly stocktakes

The Candidate

• Minimum 2 years’ store management experience, ideally in high-end fashion or lifestyle brands
• Strong clienteling and CRM experience, with proven success in building and retaining a high-value client base
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop a results-oriented team
• Commercially and operationally astute, with strong analytical and reporting skills
• Highly organised, proactive, and capable of driving both sales and operational performance
• Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage
• Confident, service-minded, and passionate about delivering a premium customer experience, with a flair for creating an inspiring in-store environment

Please note: due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to provide individual feedback at this stage. Successful applicants will be contacted in due course.

To apply, please send your CV to [email protected]

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Casual / Part Time Jobs

Published at

15-03-2026

Profession type

Retail

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English