Regional Manager - Publican Partners
Essex Region - Basildon to Ipswich
About Us
Stonegate Group is the UK’s largest operator of pubs, bars, and late-night venues. We’re proud of our diverse portfolio and deeply committed to creating an inclusive culture that embraces individuality. By fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and supported, we reflect the vibrant communities we serve and empower our people to thrive.
The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Regional Manager, covering the Essex region between Basildon and Ipswich. You will support a number of publicans and their businesses within the Core L&T Division. The key objectives of this role are to produce and implement a strategic plan for your region, aimed at increasing ‘whole pub profit’ for each pub, benefiting publican profitability and regional like-for-like income.
Key Responsibilities include:
1. Recruitment and development of quality, well-funded publicans.
2. Active property condition enforcement across leased and tenanted pubs to maintain high standards, supporting quality retailing and protecting asset values.
3. Improvement of retail standards through business advice, category management, publican skills development, and quality business review meetings.
4. Providing quality, SMART meeting minutes for each business review, issued timely and in compliance with the Pubs Code.
5. Ensuring adherence to the legal and behavioural requirements of the Pubs Code, treating publicans respectfully and fairly.
6. Regular reviews of each publican’s business plan and Profit & Loss account, identifying remedial actions and developing joint action plans.
7. Challenging but respectful engagement with publicans to exploit commercial opportunities.
8. Effective liaison with Pub Support Centre functions and key suppliers to meet procurement objectives.
Skills & Experience:
* Proven experience as a Multi-Unit Leader delivering results.
* Must be able to drive and be willing to undertake overnight stays.
* Strong leadership qualities, aligning with company values.
* Pro-active, self-starter, with excellent guest focus and integrity.
* Highly organized with good time management skills.
* Ability to influence and engage publicans, with strong relationship management skills.
* Analytical decision-making capabilities.
* Adaptability to change, with effective communication and negotiation skills.
* Conflict resolution skills and experience in identifying and delivering savings or efficiencies.
* Commitment to continuous personal and professional development.
What makes Stonegate a great place to work?
At Stonegate, we believe that when you feel your best, you do your best. That’s why we’re committed to supporting the health, happiness, and overall wellbeing of every team member. Our benefits include:
* 25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with options to purchase additional days.
* Bonus scheme, private medical insurance discounts, dental insurance discounts, reward card with discounts on food and drinks, VIP entry, life assurance, early pay access, high street discounts, discounted gym membership, and learning & development programs.
If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process due to a disability, please contact us in advance at recruitment.support@stonegategroup.co.uk.
Job Reference: PW1357675EssRMPPE
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