Mode Search is supporting a confidential Global Luxury Retail Brand in their search for a Retail Director. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and experienced leader to join a prestigious brand and drive its continued growth. As Retail Director, you will oversee around 20 stores across the UK & Ireland, with full responsibility for retail operations in these regions. Leading a team of Store Directors and a small head office support team, your focus will be on driving sales growth, enhancing client development, and maintaining high operational and merchandising standards. You will also play a key role in developing and mentoring Store Directors to advance their careers. Reporting to the UK MD, you'll collaborate with regional and global teams to align with the brand’s strategy, with a focus on growing the high jewelry category. Responsibilities: Develop annual budgets and strategies to achieve financial targets and maximize sales growth. Lead and guide the retail team to meet or exceed business objectives and sales goals. Monitor and analyze sales performance in all stores and ensure training and coaching is provided to help the team reach targets. Collaborate with merchandising teams to ensure correct product assortments and stock availability to meet sales goals. Organize and execute public relations and client events to foster relationships with existing clients and attract new ones. Partner with Human Resources to recruit, retain, and develop top talent in the market. Implement development and succession plans for employees, focusing on growth and career advancement. Manage performance across all teams, working with managers to handle top and low performers. Conduct annual performance reviews for all direct reports. Drive retail training initiatives and ensure their effective implementation. Inspire and motivate the team to deliver exceptional customer service and uphold the brand’s standards. Full responsibility for the region’s P&L, developing strategies to achieve financial and operational goals. Streamline retail operations processes and ensure they are efficient and effective. Work with security teams to protect company assets, customers, and employees. Ensure that stock loss prevention strategies are in place and adhered to. Oversee the opening of new stores and ensure smooth operations from the outset. Requirements: 15-20 years of luxury retail and operations experience, with a proven track record in senior management roles. At least 10 years of leadership experience, with the ability to manage and develop high-performing teams. A BA or BS degree or equivalent experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and influence at all levels. An entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to adapt to challenges and think creatively. Strong business acumen and numerical aptitude. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and retail management systems. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Willingness to travel extensively and work a flexible schedule. If you are a results-driven leader with experience in luxury retail and are looking for an opportunity to drive success across multiple markets, we would love to hear from you. Please forward your resume to infomodesearch.co.uk if you would like to apply. Note that due to high volume of applications we can only contact successful candidates.