Area Manager

Hours: Full time, permanent – 37.5 hours per week
Location: Hybrid, based at Oxford Nuffield Estate (OX4 6JS) with regular travel across our shop network.
Salary: £34,000 per annum
Benefits: Company car, mileage allowance, pension scheme, staff discount company car)
Closing date: 9th January 2026 at 12 noon

Make a difference every day

Are you passionate about retail and driven by purpose? Join us as an Area Manager and help us raise vital funds to support children and families when they need it most. This is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to lead, inspire, and make a real impact in your community.

About the role:

You’ll oversee a network of charity shops, ensuring they thrive both commercially and as welcoming spaces for customers and volunteers. Your leadership will empower shop teams to deliver exceptional service, maximise income, and champion our mission.

Key responsibilities:

• lead and support shop managers and volunteers across your area
• drive sales and profitability to fund essential hospice care
• ensure compliance with charity retail standards and policies
• recruit, train, and develop staff and volunteers
• promote sustainability through donated goods and ethical retailing
• build strong local relationships and represent our charity values.

About you:

• experienced in multi-site retail management
• a natural leader who inspires and motivates teams
• commercially savvy with a heart for charity
• excellent communication and organisational skills
• full UK driving licence.

What we offer:

• competitive salary of £34,000
• company car and mileage allowance
• pension scheme and staff discount
• the chance to make a genuine difference every day.

Ready to bring your skills to a role that matters?

Applications will be reviewed and invited to interview as received. We reserve the right to close the advert at any time, therefore we encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible.

Please note that everyone working for Helen & Douglas House are required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Helen & Douglas House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and value the benefits of a diverse workforce. We positively encourage applications from all areas of the community.

Please contact recruitment@helenanddouglas.org.uk if you require any adjustments during the recruitment process.