Fashion is in our blood. We have a deeply creative heart. We are on top of the trends. Sometimes we create trends. We believe fashion should be fun. We genuinely love what we do but we take our business seriously. Our attitude and personality is a huge part of what makes us different. River Island's unique design and cultural style makes us stand out from the pack.

The Role:

As Operations Manager you will be responsible for achieving all targets set by the business plan as well as store and employee performance management. You will also actively contribute to business development including new store openings and identifying opportunities for staff and business development. In addition to the day-to-day responsibilities you will be expected to build external networks to understand market trends and competitor activity that, once fed back into central teams, allows us to maintain a competitive advantage.

Qualifications & Requirements:

* English language skills are essential

* Arabic skills would be an advantage

* At least 3 years' multi-site experience preferred

* You must be computer literate.

M.H. Alshaya Co. is a leading international franchise operator for over 70 of the world's most recognised retail brands including Starbucks, H&M, Mothercare, Debenhams, American Eagle Outfitters, P.F. Chang's, The Cheesecake Factory, Victoria's Secret, Boots, Pottery Barn and KidZania. The company operates over 2,600 stores across diverse customer sectors: Fashion & Footwear, Health & Beauty, Food, Optics, Pharmacy, Home Furnishings and Leisure & Entertainment.

Alshaya's stores can be found in markets across the Middle East and North Africa, Russia, Turkey and Europe and the company employs more than 40,000 people from over 110 nationalities.