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Retail Area Manager – Tesco Travel MoneyJob Type: Fixed Term - MAT Leave - 1 YearHours per week: 37.5Location: Remote - however covering stores across southwest, Bristol to Cornwall. You must have a UK full driving license and the capability to travel within these locations.As an Area Manager in the Tesco Retail Division, you will inspire a team of Bureau Managers and Travel Service Partners. A key aspect of the role will include motivating your team to achieve sales targets as well as taking ownership of budget management, revenues and general retail costs.You will have a passion for driving customer service through your team and create a team of high performers through a clear succession plan.So, what will this role involve?Manage and coach a team of Bureaus Managers to drive performance, recruitment and colleague developmentManage costs, expenses and resource profiling across the area to ensure operational efficiencyEnsure all colleagues in your area are fully compliant with various health and safety, operational training, procedures and standardsSupport the expansion of the Travel Money network to maximise profitability by being involved in the coordination of new bureau implementation and upgrades of existing bureauDrive product launches and in-store promotions/campaignsManage communication for all store colleagues and Bureau ManagersExecute business plans designed by the Divisional Manager and maintain ownership of area-specific plans that support strategy deliveryUsing data, prioritize interventions, business performance improvements and margin optimization, including discount managementBuild and maintain strong relationships with Head of Retail, Divisional Manager, Tesco store managers, and internal support functions (finance, HR, IT, compliance, commercial/product team) Foster collaboration and alignment across all stakeholders to support commercial and operational objectivesWhat will you need?Experience managing multi-site retail or service operations, driving profitability, growth and operational efficiencyProven ability to lead, coach and develop teams, including succession planning and performance managementConfident, decisive communication style and the ability to motivate your teamExperience leading a team across multiple sites and achieving the best resultsThe willingness to learn, be hands-on and manage teams remotelyStrong record of performance delivery through increased customer service sales and cost managementBackground in customer facing environmentExcellent planning, organizational and decision-making skillsOperational capabilitiesIn-depth understanding of compliance & risk in a retail and financial services environmentAbility to analyze complex reports and place actions accordinglyUK Driving License and capability to travel across the assigned area. Frequent travel will be required for business meetings 'site visits outside of the designated areaWhat’s in it for you?We believe our colleagues are our key differentiator. We aim to create a safe and dynamic environment where all colleagues can thrive, feel supported and engaged, and reach their full potential.Company pension schemeA leading flexible benefits package including but not limited to critical illness, dental insurance, and private medical insuranceCycle to Work Scheme and an employee wellness programme that offers wellbeing and financial adviceA wide range of employee discounts provided by Bravo Benefit25 days holiday (pro-rata). Bank holidays and the opportunity to gain more days the longer you are a part of Travelex, as well as the option to buy more daysAbout TravelexWe are one of the market leading specialist providers of foreign exchange. Founded in 1976 and differentiated by our brand and market footprint, over the past 45 years we have built a network of foreign exchange stores and developed Travelex as a trusted and widely recognized brand in international money. Our mission is to simplify our customers’ access to international money, however and whenever.Exciting? We think so! Your journey starts here, so take the first step to become part of the Travelex family by clicking apply!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.