Waterstone’s has appointed Alex Rayner as operations director.

She joins from Transdermal Cosmetics where she was chief executive.

Rayner, who takes up the position on November 24, has also held posts in Gap, Marks & Spencer and Body Shop.

Waterstone's managing director Gerry Johnson said: “I am delighted to welcome Alex to Waterstone's and am confident she will make a significant contribution to our business. Her many years of experience will help us deliver our goal and vision.”

In September, HMV Group, the parent company of Waterstone’s and HMV, revealed group like-for-like sales rose 1.3 per cent in the 18 weeks to August 30, while those at Waterstone’s fell 4.3 per cent.

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