Franchise Development Manager

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Franchise Development Manager


About the Role


An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Franchise Development Manager to join a rapidly growing, investment-backed food brand entering its next phase of UK expansion. The role will play a key part in driving franchise recruitment, supporting new partners from initial engagement through to launch, and helping establish a strong national high-street presence.

This position is ideal for a commercially driven individual with a strong track record in franchise recruitment and network development within hospitality, retail, or QSR environments.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the franchise recruitment strategy, identifying and securing high-quality franchise partners nationwide
  • Manage the end-to-end franchise development process, from initial enquiry through to onboarding
  • Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective franchisees through networking, outreach, and market activity
  • Present the brand proposition, commercial model, and growth opportunity to potential partners
  • Support franchisees through the early stages of their journey, ensuring alignment with brand standards and performance expectations
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding and successful store openings
  • Track market trends, competitor activity, and franchise performance to inform growth strategy


Key Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience in franchise recruitment or franchise development
  • Background in hospitality, QSR, retail, or food-led franchised businesses highly advantageous
  • Strong commercial and financial understanding, with the ability to confidently discuss business models and ROI
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-management skills
  • Self-motivated, target-driven, and comfortable operating in a fast-growth environment
  • Willingness to travel nationally as required


Package & Opportunity

  • Salary up to £55,000 – £60,000 (depending on experience)
  • Performance-related incentives
  • Opportunity to join a well-funded, fast-scaling brand at a pivotal stage of growth
  • Clear career progression opportunities as the franchise network expands nationwide

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Location:
London
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Business

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