At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and grow franchise networks while driving performance and profitability.
- Company: Dynamic franchise organisation with a focus on growth and support.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus potential, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Autonomous role with travel across a vibrant geographic area.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on franchisee success across the North of England.
- Qualifications: Experience in franchise development and strong relationship-building skills.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced Business Development Manager with a strong understanding of the franchising sector? We're looking for a commercially focused professional to support and grow our clients' franchise network across the North of England.
Covering a territory from Sheffield to Scotland, you'll ideally be based in the Manchester or Liverpool area and be comfortable with regular travel, including occasional overnight stays.
The Role
As the key link between Franchise Business Owners and Head Office, you'll drive franchise performance, profitability, and operational excellence. Working closely with franchisees from onboarding through to ongoing development, you'll provide coaching, commercial guidance, and strategic support to help businesses achieve sustainable growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Support and develop Franchise Business Owners to maximise performance and profitability
- Analyse business performance, KPIs, sales activity, and financial results
- Develop business plans and drive growth initiatives
- Identify and support underperforming franchisees through improvement plans
- Coach and mentor franchisees, sharing best practice across the network
- Support new franchise launches and onboarding activities
- Ensure compliance with brand standards, systems, and operational processes
- Collaborate with Marketing, Finance, and Operations teams to deliver strategic objectives
About You
- Proven experience in franchise business development, franchise operations, or multi-site business management
- Strong commercial and financial acumen with P&L experience
- Excellent relationship-building, coaching, and influencing skills
- Highly analytical with the ability to turn data into action
- Comfortable working autonomously across a large geographic area
- Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing franchise organisation where you can make a significant impact on franchisee success and network growth.
Franchise Business Development Manager in Manchester employer: Work Wales
Join a dynamic and growing franchise organisation that values your expertise and offers a supportive work culture. With a focus on employee development, you will have access to coaching and mentoring opportunities, enabling you to thrive in your role as a Franchise Business Development Manager. Based in the vibrant North of England, particularly around Manchester or Liverpool, you'll enjoy a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and strategic growth while making a meaningful impact on franchisee success.
