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About the Role

Manage prospective franchisees throughout the sales journey, from initial enquiry through to qualification and discovery. Engage with inbound enquiries, re-activate dormant leads, nurture qualified prospects, and present franchise opportunities. Proactively generate pipeline by networking, attending events, and identifying new franchise prospects. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys consultative selling, building relationships, and assisting entrepreneurs in finding the right business opportunity.

Responsibilities

Respond promptly to all franchise enquiries.
Qualify prospective franchisees and assess their suitability.
Present UFG's franchise opportunities through virtual and face-to-face meetings.
Re-engage inactive leads and nurture warm prospects through the sales process.
Generate new leads through networking, referrals, exhibitions, and local business development.
Conduct discovery meetings and support candidates through the franchise recruitment process.
Travel with qualified candidates to visit existing franchise locations where appropriate.
Represent UFG at trade shows, franchise exhibitions, and industry events.

Requirements

Proven experience in sales is essential.
Experience in franchise development or franchising is highly advantageous.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Strong presentation and relationship-building skills.
Willingness to travel throughout the UK, Ireland, and occasionally internationally.
Ability to travel to London for internal meetings as required.
Regular travel throughout the UK and Ireland—and occasional international travel—will also form part of the role for prospect meetings, franchise tours, exhibitions, conferences, and company events.

Skills

Confident and professional communication
Comfortable spending a significant portion of the day on the phone and in virtual meetings
Self-driven, proactive, and capable of achieving high targets
Organised, resilient, and able to manage multiple prospects simultaneously
Passionate about helping entrepreneurs achieve business ownership

Location

UK
Ireland
International

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Sales experience required
Franchise development or franchising experience advantageous

About the Company

United Franchise Group™ (UFG) is one of the world's leading franchising organisations, with an award-winning portfolio of brands spanning business services, retail, food & beverage, and consulting.
With more than 1,600 franchise locations across 60+ countries, UFG has decades of experience developing successful brands and supporting entrepreneurs around the world.
Our franchisee-first philosophy, proven systems, and commitment to long-term growth have made us a trusted leader in international franchising.
As we continue our expansion throughout in the region, we're looking for an ambitious Franchise Development Manager to help drive the next phase of our growth.

Equal Opportunity

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.