General Manager, Tysons Corner Center

Talbots is a distinguished omni-channel specialty retailer devoted to women’s clothing, shoes, and accessories. Since its establishment in 1947, Talbots has been recognized for offering a modern classic style that remains both timeless and timely. The company has earned a reputation for fine quality craftsmanship alongside gracious service. With a strong emphasis on building lasting relationships, Talbots thrives by hiring individuals who bring fresh perspectives, embrace smart risk-taking, and enhance the company culture. The brand is committed to inclusive fashion, offering modern classic styles for every body type through a comprehensive range of sizes that cater to every woman’s needs and preferences. Talbots truly believes that relationships are at the heart of their business success, fostering an environment where employees can grow professionally and personally.

The role being offered is a full-time leadership position located at Store 00038 in Tysons Corner, VA. This role involves leading a team to create a welcoming, customer-focused environment that encourages team growth and drives store sales. The individual will educate, coach, mentor, and inspire store associates by leveraging their unique strengths and development opportunities. As a leader, the role emphasizes creating a relationship-based selling culture that aligns closely with customer needs, fostering loyalty and ensuring sustainable sales growth. Additionally, the position requires balancing operational and selling energies to deliver exceptional customer experiences while driving the business forward. The leader will also play an active role in talent management, including attracting, identifying, and sourcing talent for current and future opportunities while managing payroll and staffing schedules.

This leadership position demands a proactive approach to protecting company assets and ensuring compliance with all company policies and legal requirements. The successful candidate will have the skills to maintain a safe working environment, uphold store standards, and keep abreast of business and fashion industry trends to strategically maximize sales. Talbots values strong organizational, communication, and leadership capabilities complemented by a passion for customer service excellence. Candidates are expected to have a background in specialty retail leadership with the capability to navigate technology tools essential for modern retail operations. The company encourages candidates to be open to relocating for future opportunities and to be flexible regarding work schedules, including weekends and holidays.

Talbots champions a culture of teamwork, creativity, integrity, respect, diversity, and community involvement under its “WE CARE” values. Employees are expected to embody professionalism and integrity while contributing to a positive and inclusive working environment that honors diverse backgrounds. Supporting the company’s vision, this role is key to cultivating a team environment where every associate feels accountable, respected, and motivated to succeed. Talbots offers competitive benefits, incentive opportunities, generative merchandise discounts, and a range of perks designed to support personal and career growth. The company is also committed to equal employment opportunities and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities to ensure an inclusive hiring process.