Franchise Development Manager in London, London

London

permanent, full-time

£60,000 per annum

UK working eligibility only.

Working in London, London

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About Hospitality & Catering

Hospitality plays a central role in the UK economy, covering hotels, restaurants, events, and tourism. Careers range from chefs and front-of-house staff to hotel managers and event planners. Employers include independent businesses, large hotel chains, and catering groups. Demand remains high for skilled professionals in customer service and food preparation. Hospitality offers variety, creativity, and people-focused roles, often with flexible working hours and opportunities worldwide. The sector continues to adapt, with sustainability, food innovation, and guest experience shaping future growth.

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