Franchise Recruitment Manager Location: Preston Salary: £40,000 £50,000 FTE Performance bonuses Hours: Full-time or part-time considered We are looking for a commercially minded and highly driven Franchise Recruitment Manager to play a pivotal role in the growth and success of a new national franchise network in the professional services sector. Working closely with Directors, Shareholders and the Operational Team, youll be instrumental in recruiting high-quality franchise partners and supporting them throughout their journey, from onboarding and launch through to ongoing performance and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Franchise Recruitment: Develop and deliver a franchisee recruitment strategy to meet growth targets across the UK. Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from initial enquiry through to sign-up and onboarding. Qualify and engage with prospective franchisees, assessing suitability and ensuring mutual fit. Represent the brand at franchise networking events and webinars. Contribute to shaping and refining franchise systems, tools, and processes as the network grows. Share insights and market intelligence to inform future recruitment and support strategies. Maintain accurate records of leads, pipeline activity, and conversion rates. Skills & Experience 5 years proven experience in franchising, business development, recruitment, or operations. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Commercially astute with the ability to spot and nurture potential. Highly organised, self-motivated, and comfortable managing multiple priorities. Familiarity with the professional services sector is desirable Experience using LinkdIn Sales Navigator for sourcing and outreach is a strong advantage Experience using Pipedrive CRM is desirable Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly launched franchise from the ground up. Youll play a key role in shaping its future and building a thriving national network. The role offers flexibility, autonomy, and the chance to make a real impact.