Specialist retail recruitment.
Seventeen years of getting it right.
Retail Jobs UK is led by Barbara and Keri, bringing genuine retail and recruitment experience from both sides of the hiring table. We've launched retail brands, delivered high-volume campaigns for fast-fashion giants, and placed talent across every corner of the industry, from Heads of Retail and Buyers to HR specialists, Store Managers and Beauty Experts.
Built for retail.
We started Retail Jobs UK because the industry deserved a recruitment partner that truly understands it. Specialists who have lived and breathed retail, and who care as much about long-term success as immediate results. Not an agency focused on what they can take from the process, but one that works in synergy with its brand partners, aligned in values, pace and ambition.
Since 2009, that focus has never wavered. We work exclusively in retail and all the specialist areas within it: stores, head office, digital, merchandising, buying, supply chain, operations, and leadership and group executive appointments.
Our clients come back because we deliver. Our repeat-client rate reflects the strength of the partnerships we've built, and our candidates trust us because we treat every conversation with the seriousness and respect it deserves. We listen, we advise and we represent people and brands with integrity.
Retail is our world and we are proud to support the people who make it exceptional.
How we work, and what we stand forWe believe great retail teams reflect the customers they serve.
Every shortlist we present is built on merit and on inclusion. We work actively with our clients to remove bias from briefs, broaden talent pools, and champion under-represented candidates at every level — from the shop floor to the boardroom.
Senior expertise on every brief.
Every search is led from start to finish by a consultant with deep sector experience. No handovers. No juniors assigned after the first call.
Barbara Brimelow
Director & Co-Founder
Barbara Brimelow is a Retail Jobs UK Director and co‑founder with a strong retail background across Fashion, Lifestyle, Home and Beauty. Known for her expertise in retail recruitment, niche brand briefs and Head Office & Technical roles, she delivers exceptional sourcing and standout client communication.
Keri Levan
Director & Co-Founder
Keri is a Retail Jobs UK Director and co‑founder, bringing deep Fashion, Home and Beauty expertise to every client brief. Known for her pace, precision and brand‑led approach, she consistently delivers talent that elevates performance and customer experience.