At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive franchise growth and support business owners in achieving their goals.
- Company: Join a leading franchise network focused on sustainable growth and operational excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Collaborate with diverse teams and champion best practices across the franchise network.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by coaching franchisees and driving commercial success.
- Qualifications: Experience in business development, strong analytical skills, and a full UK driving licence.
The predicted salary is between 61500 - 61500 £ per year.
We are looking for a commercially driven Business Development Manager to act as the key link between Franchise Business Owners and Head Office, supporting sustainable growth, profitability, and operational excellence across an established franchise network. You will work closely with Franchisees from onboarding and launch through to ongoing development, helping them maximise performance, achieve financial targets, and operate in line with company standards and brand values.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive Franchisee growth through performance analysis, business planning, and KPI management
- Support profitability through financial insight, P&L review, and operational efficiency improvements
- Coach and mentor Franchise Business Owners to maximise business performance
- Identify and manage underperformance with proactive turnaround planning
- Support new Franchisee onboarding, training, and launch activities
- Ensure compliance with company standards, systems, and governance
- Collaborate with Marketing, Finance, Operations, and Brand Leadership on strategic initiatives
- Champion continuous improvement and best practice across the network
About You
You will be a strategic and commercially minded professional with strong analytical and relationship-building skills. You’ll be confident influencing stakeholders, solving problems, and working autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Experience & Skills
- Proven background in Business Development, Sales, or Commercial Leadership
- Strong business planning, performance management, and data analysis experience
- Commercially astute with solid P&L knowledge
- Experience working cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, and Marketing teams
- Proficient in CRM systems, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable
- Experience within a franchise environment
- Experience in drainage or related service industries
If you are passionate about developing businesses, coaching others, and driving commercial success while protecting brand standards, we’d love to hear from you.
Franchise Business Development Manager in St Albans employer: Work Wales
As a Franchise Business Development Manager, you will thrive in a dynamic and supportive work environment that prioritises employee growth and development. Our company fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits to ensure your success and well-being. Located in the vibrant South East/Greater London area, you will have the unique opportunity to engage with a diverse franchise network, driving meaningful impact while enjoying a fulfilling career.
