At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the expansion of a renowned brand across Europe by building strong partnerships.
- Company: An internationally recognised American consumer brand with a focus on growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, opportunities for travel, and a chance to shape market strategies.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team and play a crucial role in shaping the brand's future.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of exciting growth in key European markets and make impactful decisions.
- Qualifications: Experience in multi-unit consumer or hospitality businesses and partner network development.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
A well-established, internationally recognised American consumer brand is entering a major period of growth across Europe.
With deep roots in its home market and a fast-scaling presence across Asia, the business is now turning its focus to building out its network of business partners in key European markets.
We're looking for a Development Director, Europe to help shape and lead this expansion.
This is a senior, deal‑led role central to identifying strong growth partners, evaluating new markets, and guiding the company’s long-term development strategy across the region.
You will represent the brand across Europe, build relationships with experienced, well‑capitalised operators, and help shape decisions on where and how the business expands into new markets.
This is a strong opportunity for someone with a background in fast‑growing, multi‑unit consumer or hospitality businesses, who has hands‑on experience building partner networks across different European countries.
Key Responsibilities Build and manage a pipeline of qualified, well‑capitalised growth partners Lead the full partner recruitment and assessment process Represent the brand at relevant industry events and help build awareness in new markets Assess new markets, including competitive landscape, economic conditions, and sector trends Work cross‑functionally with finance, supply chain, legal, and real estate teams to support market entry decisions Prepare clear market overviews and recommendations for senior leadership Deal Structuring
