Pros
Negotiate your salary if you get placed in London and you will expect min £35k moving towards £40k+ in the City Do not accept less as many of the SM in and around the City earn a minimum £35k & if in a big store push for £45k+ Other than this no other PROS - Useless company to work for as never resolve any issues, simply gloss over - Use this role as a stepping stone in retail & to drive your salary higher.
Cons
Area Managers will drive you into the ground & are too forceful in their own manner without getting punished - Expect maximum output for little or not reward. Many of them are placed in their roles due to longevity with the Co and have no chance of obtaining a job elsewhere You will never work your contracted hours - Managers in East & Central London are expected to work 45-55 hours per week