Optical Area Manager

Optical Area Manager Jobs - Cheshire, Lancashire & Oxfordshire £45,000 - £53,000+ £3,000 Car Allowance Zest Optical recruitment is working on behalf of a well established independent opticians group to recruit an Area Manager to oversee a portfolio of practices across Cheshire, Lancashire and Oxfordshire. This is a key leadership role responsible for driving performance, supporting teams and maintaining high standards of patient care across multiple locations including Alsager, Chester, Clitheroe, Frodsham, Headington, Lytham St Anne's, Macclesfield, Nantwich, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Sandbach, Stoney Stratford, Tarporley, Thame and Wallingford. The position would suit an experienced multi-site manager from optics, dental or veterinary, or a strong retail leader with proven experience managing multiple locations, developing people and improving commercial performance. Optical Area Manager - Role • Oversee the day to day performance of multiple optical practices across the region • Lead, support and develop Practice Managers and their teams • Drive sales performance while maintaining a strong focus on patient care and service • Ensure consistent standards, processes and compliance across all locations • Work closely with senior leadership on strategy, growth and operational improvements • Support recruitment, onboarding and ongoing team development • Regular travel between practices across Cheshire, Lancashire and Oxfordshire Optical Area Manager - Benefits • Salary up to £45,000 - £53,000 • £3,000 car allowance • Opportunity to join a growing independent group with a strong reputation • Autonomy to influence and improve multi-site performance • Supportive leadership team and long term career progression Optical Area Manager - Requirements • Previous multi-site management experience is essential • Background in optics, dental or veterinary is essential • Strong leadership and people management skills • Commercially aware with experience driving sales and performance • Confident communicator with the ability to influence and support teams • Full UK driving licence and access to a car • Based within Cheshire, Lancashire or Oxfordshire To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV to Rebecca Wood at Zest Optical using the Apply link as soon as possible.