Franchise Recruitment Manager

Franchise Recruitment Manager

Head Office - Wonderfield Group

Contract: Full TimeSalary: 45,000-50,000Contracted Hours: 40

The Wonderfield Group has recently been purchased by Zensho Holdings, the leading food service company in Japan with a market cap of $5.5b and whose aim is to become the worlds largest food company, a position from which we can eradicate hunger and poverty from around the globe. We operate restaurants, factories, and thousands of sushi kiosks and have recently built a successful cut fruit business, Snowfruit. Combining this with the three businesses previously owned by Zensho, AFC, Sushi Circle and Sushi Take, results in annual sales of $2.5b and Ebitda in excess of $140m a year with an ambitious growth trajectory.We are looking for a motivated and people-focused Franchise Recruitment Manager to join our Franchise Team.This is a hands-on role where you’ll spend most of your time connecting with potential franchise partners, following up on enquiries, and guiding them through the sales journey. You’ll also work closely with the marketing team to make sure the right advertising and collateral are in place to support franchise recruitment.This role is ideal for someone with a background in recruitment, franchise sales, or business development, who enjoys building relationships and has the drive to deliver results.What you’ll be doing:Following up on leads from franchise adverts and online platforms (LinkedIn, franchise sites, social media, etc.)Speaking with potential franchise partners, building rapport, and pitching franchise opportunitiesWorking with the marketing team to suggest and shape the marketing materials needed to attract the right prospects (leaflets, adverts, online campaigns, etc.)Supporting the sales process end-to-end: from initial enquiry through to franchise agreement and onboardingFiltering and assessing candidates to ensure they are the right fit for the businessHelping with wider franchise processes, such as renewals, transfers, and onboardingStaying up to date with franchise trends and best practicesWhat we’re looking for:Experience in recruitment, franchise sales, or business development (preferably in the food or retail sector)Someone highly people-focused, confident in building strong relationships and making connectionsComfortable picking up the phone, following up on leads, and presenting franchise opportunitiesA proactive approach – willing to get out and meet people, attend meetings, and visit sites when neededGood understanding of social media and online advertising (Google, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram)Strong communication skills, both written and verbalOrganised, hands-on, and able to juggle multiple leads and tasks at onceWe\''re proud to offer:Fantastic hybrid working environment.Opportunity to grow your career alongside with us with available apprentice programBrilliant support

services designed to enhance your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.Annual discretionary bonus subject to business and overall performanceDiscretionary Life AssuranceDiscretionary Income ProtectionGroup Personal PensionPrivate Medical Cash PlanBespoke reward platform including access to

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