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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.