Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsLead the strategic directionDevelop the startegyAbout Our ClientThis is an exciting opportunity to join a highly recognised and established market leader - a multi‑award‑winning brand with an exceptional reputation across the franchise industry.Job DescriptionCollaborate with the Leadership Team to develop, operate, and promote the company's business and brand. Agree business plans and budgets aligned with corporate goals and growth objectives.Demonstrate full ownership and understanding of commercial and financial performance.Analyse commercial data to drive growth within the brand, ensuring alignment with agreed budgets.Prepare and continually refine a strategic plan to unlock opportunities across the business and network.Contribute creative thinking to new product development and brand services; undertake cost and risk assessments; present proposals to the UK MD; cascade outcomes as required.Develop the brand vision and ensure all colleagues understand and demonstrate it. Share vision and messaging effectively with franchisees and associates.Implement tools, systems, and processes that enhance communication and information flow between the company and its franchisees.Drive new sales and franchisee acquisition through events, exhibitions, and collaboration with the central marketing team.Lead and optimise performance across cluster locations to enable sustainable success and readiness for transition into franchise operations.Work cross‑functionally with internal teams (Marketing & Finance) to ensure franchisees receive the support needed to deliver on their individual business plans.Organise and lead regional franchise meetings, training sessions, and contribute to onboarding new franchisees.Establish and refine operating procedures to ensure consistency and best practice across the network.Support existing franchisees in developing their sales performance.Resolve operational, performance, or compliance issues across the national network, protecting the brand's reputation at all times.Lead, coach, and develop the Business Development Managers and wider support functions, ensuring they deliver effectively against network growth objectives.Oversee recruitment of new associates and contribute to performance management in line with company policies. Manage HR issues with support from HRThe Successful ApplicantProven experience as a Senior General Manager, Operations Manager/Director, or Sales Director. Experience within a franchise network or at senior level within a similar industry is highly desirable.Demonstrated ownership of financial results in previous roles.A track record of contributing to or leading significant organisational growth.Proven ability to flex seamlessly between commercial leadership and operational management.What's on OfferOpen & Clear Communication: Communicates with clarity, transparency, and purpose.Customer Focus: Dedicated to understanding and delivering exceptional customer outcomes.Highly Organised: Manages time, tasks, and priorities effectively.Self‑Motivated & Driven: Shows initiative, ownership, and resilience in achieving goals.Strong Problem Solver: Applies creativity and logic to overcome challenges.Proactive: Anticipates needs, acts decisively, and drives continuous improvement.ContactStacey TillsonQuote job refJN-052026-7018783Phone number+44 113 388 9067Job summaryJob functionSalesSubsectorBusiness ServicesSectorBusiness ServicesWhereBrackleyContract typePermanentConsultant nameStacey TillsonConsultant phone+44 113 388 9067Job referenceJN-052026-7018783