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Franchise Sales Manager
Salary: £30,000 – £2,000 + Uncapped Commission
Location: West London (W1) – Office-based with some flexibility
Job Type: Maternity cover contract 9-12 months
Hours: 9:00 – 18:00

About Antal International
Antal International is a global leader in professional recruitment and search, connecting businesses with top managerial and specialist talent worldwide. With an established international network of offices, we pride ourselves on our collaborative approach, market expertise, and ability to deliver exceptional results for our clients.
Our franchise model has been successfully operating for over 18 years, with offices across key global markets. We are now looking for a driven and commercially minded Franchise Sales Manager to further expand our network, with a target of opening 30–40 new offices across the EU, MENA, and other regions.
The Role
We are seeking a motivated and relationship-focused Franchise Sales Manager to showcase the Antal business model and support prospects through the franchise onboarding process. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in franchise sales, recruitment, or business development, who is confident managing the full sales cycle.

About You

• Proven experience in franchise sales , business development , or recruitment sales .
• Strong relationship-building and consultative sales skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple prospects through the sales pipeline.
• A second language is desirable but not essential.

  
What We Offer:

• Competitive salary: £30,000 2,000 (DOE).
• Uncapped commission structure – no limit on earning potential.
• Company mobile phone.
• Opportunity to work with a global, market-leading brand in a dynamic and supportive environment.

 
Key Responsibilities:

• Managing the entire sales process – from initial prospect contact, follow-ups, and presentations to deal closure.
• Organising and hosting meetings, events, and on-site presentations for prospective franchisees.
• Supporting prospects with due diligence, including business planning, bank loan applications, and government grants.
• Guiding prospects through the franchise agreement and advising on marketing strategies.
• Creating prospect presentation packs, exhibition materials, and preparing status reports.
• Actively promoting Antal via social media and networking platforms.

  
  
Interested?
If you are passionate about sales and want to play a key role in expanding Antal’s global franchise network, we’d love to hear from you.

The Franchise Business Manager is responsible for building world-class Franchisee capability across the Papa Johns UK network. This role focuses on developing trusted relationships with Franchise Partners and delivering operational consultancy to support and strengthen their business performance.
This role requires authentic leadership, strategic thinking, strong coaching ability and rigorous follow-up to continually develop Franchisee capabilities and support delivery of the Papa Johns UK strategic plan.
**Key Responsibilities**
**Drives Operational Excellence across all their Franchise business units:**
Build Franchise Partner capability and self-sufficiency to run great Papa Johns stores, minimise brand risk, whilst maintaining brand standards. Design bespoke strategic plans to improve people and operational capability in key Partners to deliver world class operations.
**Consults and partners with Franchisees to** **develop annual business plans that unlocks sales growth, supercharges profitability and delivers store unit growth:**
Ensures execution of the business plan by organising and providing company resources, data led insights/reporting and expertise that supports Franchisee's in delivering operational KPI's, real estate decision making, operational procedures, management structures and marketing activity.
**Ensures success of new store openings** :
Coordinate Ops specialists who set timelines and manage openings; tracks and responds to weekly new store sales trends and takes appropriate action to new store openings exceed performance levels.
**Proactively partners with the Papa Johns Leadership Team & Head Office Functions** :
Develops and grows the Franchisees' capability and ensuring there is a collaborative partnership with the brand, executing national marketing activities, consulting with and recommending Franchisees / stores trial innovation, and assisting in the rollouts of new initiatives.
**Job Competencies**
**Franchise Operating Capability and Growth**
+ Be the first point of contact for the Franchisee and senior operations personnel.
+ Build partnerships with each Franchise Partner, understanding their business and operating capability, identifying areas for improvement and growth.
+ Complete Franchise facing routines with all relevant franchisees to agreed timelines, through a documented follow up roadmap. Complete and agree appropriate action plans and track progress and performance against.
+ Build Franchise capability towards self-sufficiency to run great stores; minimize risk to the brand, ensuring brand standards.
+ Improve execution and delivery of new store openings, by delivering against the new store opening process.
**Franchise Management Standards**
+ Execute Franchise Management Standards including policies, process and trigger points.
+ Create and elevate data led insights and reporting to deliver against appropriate measures.
+ Work cross functionally across the Papa Johns business to ensure franchise partners are supported to deliver in all areas of the business.
**Franchise Communication and Engagement**
+ Execute the Papa Johns UK Strategy through delivery of consistent rhythm and routine.
+ Spend time with Franchise Owners and Senior Operators, ensuring operational knowledge is always current.
+ Ensure crisis management process is followed at all times and work closely with Franchise Partners to ensure the right operational decision is made to always protect the brand.
+ Attend and participate in all franchise meetings to support, present, facilitate and add clarity to content. Ensure relevant audience attendance and participation from franchise partners.
+ Provide updates for the Papa Johns Office team and LT meetings and attend where necessary.
+ Keep up to date with relevant franchisee involvement of key projects.
+ Attend relevant Papa Johns collaborative meetings where directed/requested.
**Experience Required**
+ QSR / Hospitality / Retail operational experience and commercial acumen
+ Experience in working in a franchise/commercial led business with large spans of control
+ Exceptional negotiating and influencing skills
+ Strategic and analytical thinker who is capable of understanding and applying actions to drive change at organisational level
+ Outstanding action driving ability, and attention to detail in managing process
+ HR and training leadership skills, techniques and contacts
+ Consistently high communication skills both written and verbal
+ Ability to influence senior leaders both internally and externally to Papa Johns
At Papa Johns, you'll enjoy a competitive salary, contributory pension, dental cover, Papa Johns monthly vouchers, and a bonus scheme. Additionally, you'll have access to an employee discount programme that includes shopping, gym memberships, holidays, and much more!
It is the policy of Papa John's to provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and team members without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status or civil partnership, national or ethnic origin, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, uniformed service (as defined by 10 U.S.C. §101 (a)(5)), protected disability status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, or gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by statute or law.

Franchise Development Manager
London (with National travel)
£50-60k + excellent bonus and growth opportunities

Exciting new premium fast-food brand!

A hugely exciting and rare Franchise Development Manager role is now available with a premium quality fast-food brand who are entering the next phase of growth. My client already has a strong following and powerful brand which is attracting new follow.

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NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
This role is a 9-Month Maternity Fixed-Term Contract within our Universal Products & Experiences (UP&E) division.
You will be responsible for two distinct job responsibilities: Franchise Management and Retail Marketing. You will be responsible for executing franchise and retail marketing plans with retailers and key licensees, that leverages the richness of NBCUniversal's entertainment content to build a sustainable business that achieves annual revenue targets. You will activate the global franchise strategies at a market level by ensuring local relevance and partnering across other business units within the company with the goal of building or maintaining consumer relevance of our most important brands (IP).
Additionally, this role will implement short- and long-term retail channel strategies, delivering annual growth strategies that leverage the strength of the NBCUniversal's franchise portfolio, category and consumer priorities.
The role will work as part of the local Consumer Products team, supporting the overall business objectives and the demands of delivering marketing activations that drive ROI and promoting retail sell-in of ranges.
Franchise Marketing:
+ Execute territory specific franchise marketing activations to support UP&E while creating demand value and awareness
+ Support cross-divisional symphony programs with other NBCUniversal business units
+ Inspire licensees and retailers through engaging brand and retail presentations
+ Attend top-tier retail and licensee meetings (i.e. master toy partner) in region, to share brand and retail plans
+ Support the management of mall/retail activations and costume character appearances in markets
Retail Marketing, planning and execution:
+ Take ownership of retail accounts; developing, maintaining and driving relationships across marketing and buyers in conjunction with category teams to drive product placement and sell through
+ Curate, present, and execute sales driving retail marketing programs in line with brand guidelines and individual retailer expectations - events, digital, print, radio, TV, cinema, social, trading banners, POS etc
+ Proactively conceptualize and develop cross promotions with other Universal divisions
+ Remain competitively aware of competitors' retail programs & share best practices/results
+ Manage execution and account management of assigned marketing partnerships with retail accounts; includes in-store marketing, promotions, sweepstakes, out-of-home, print, online/mobile content, packaging, premiums, etc.
+ Approve all retail marketing submissions from licensees, agents or retailers under the Senior Manager supervision
+ Provide comprehensive marketing program recaps and post analysis including measurable results, ROI, and how we compare to competitive programs and maintain examples of best in class programs to help drive the planning process
+ Proactively drive new business retail opportunities, seeking out new routes to market for our partners products and IPs
About You
+ Results driven - own the numbers, be invested and be hungry to grow the business with solid analytical/financial skills
+ Influential - Proven ability pitching and negotiating skills with the ability to close deals
+ Entrepreneurial - a self-starter, who is tenacious, independent, driven and proactive.
+ Resilient - not afraid to fail, getting back up and keep putting in the effort.
+ Confident being self - brings full personality and interests to work.
+ Light-hearted - a sense of humour, dealing patiently with frustrations.
+ Passionate - energetic, engaged, positive and desiring to make a difference.
+ Adaptable, agile & flexible - able to pivot quickly, adapt strategies and deal with change.
+ Good communicator - honest, transparent, and flexible depending on the audience. The ability to influence stakeholders.
+ Willing to get stuck in - hard worker, who is not rigid with the ability to prioritise, manage own time and respond quickly and efficiently.
+ Sociable - actively develops relationships, making time to get to know people. Easy-going and fun.
Skills / Qualifiction Requirements
+ Brand Marketing experience within licensing, retail/trade marketing role ideally within an Entertainment company
+ Experience of UK retail business including retail marketing tactics, promotional partners and consumer products
+ Strong relationship builder
+ A proactive and tenacious approach to their role
+ Strong prioritisation skills
+ Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively and consistently with senior management, internal stakeholders and colleagues
+ Good communication & presentation skills combined to a capacity to create impactful decks
+ Sales and negotiation skills
+ Able to work in a matrix organization
+ Creative problem solver
+ A brand builder and commercial thinker
+ Proven track record of hitting targets and delivering growth on a competitive landscape
--> Application deadline: 13th June 2025.
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to

_This job posting is for a position at a Hotel owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not by IHG or its affiliates. IHG has no involvement in the hiring or day-to-day employment policies or practices of franchisees_ .
_By clicking the apply button, you will be applying for a position with an independently owned and operated franchise hotel, not with IHG or its affiliates, and IHG will not be your employer_ .
**About Us**
Join Crowne Plaza one of the largest and best loved premium hotel brands in the world. With more than 400 hotels in diverse locations globally Crowne Plaza is the perfect base to connect on business, pleasure or a blend of both. We've thoughtfully designed our spaces to encourage, support and celebrate great connections. We're also big on meetings and events, a trusted partner thanks to our expertise in connecting both domestic and global groups. Our branded service style 'Dare to Connect' supports colleagues in delivering an unscripted approach to service that encourages warm, engaging interactions with guests. In our hotels you'll find a team who are people-first, professional and inclusive and feel part of our global community. If you are inventive and love to connect and collaborate, you'll feel at home and excel at Crowne Plaza.
**Your day to day**
**As Assistant Sales Manager, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:**
+ **Analyse local market trends and competitor activity to identify business opportunities and recommend strategic actions.**
+ **Proactively develop new customer accounts and manage existing ones to maximise revenue across all segments, including Corporate, MICE, Groups, Sports & Entertainment.**
+ **Negotiate rates and packages with corporate clients to secure profitable business.**
+ **Prepare and issue contracts in accordance with current business strategies and pricing structures.**
+ **Plan and host engaging site visits, sales events, and familiarisation trips to showcase the hotel.**
+ **Collaborate with internal departments to create seamless and impactful sales programs.**
+ **Travel within the local area to promote the hotel, conduct sales calls, and build relationships with potential clients.**
+ **Attend networking events, trade shows, and relevant sales functions as needed.**
+ **Produce accurate and timely sales activity reports and updates for senior management.**
+ **Handle client queries with professionalism and efficiency.**
**What we need from you**
**To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the following attitude, behaviours, skills, and values:**
+ **Proven experience in a proactive sales or client-facing role with a strong record of closing business.**
+ **Commercial awareness and deep understanding of local and international markets.**
+ **Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.**
+ **Positive, self-motivated, and results-driven approach with strong organisational skills.**
+ **Commitment to delivering high-quality customer service.**
+ **Ability to work independently, under pressure, and in a dynamic environment.**
+ **Professional presentation and grooming standards.**
+ **Flexibility to respond to a range of business needs and priorities.**
+ **Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is desired.**
+ **Bachelor's degree required**
+ **Have previous experience in a similar role within a four-star hotel**
+ **Proven track record of managing a team and delivering on the business goals**
**Experience** **:**
+ **Hospitality: 4 years (preferred)**
+ **Sales: 4 years (required)**
**What we offer**
**We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life.**
**We welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.**
**So, join us and you'll become part of our hotel family.**
**Job Type: Full-time**
**Additional pay:**
+ **Commission pay based on performance**
**Benefits:**
+ **Company events**
+ **Company pension**
+ **Employee discount**
+ **On-site parking**
**Schedule:**
+ **8 hour shift**
+ **Day shift**
**Ability to commute/relocate:**
+ **Surbiton KT6 5QQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)**
**Willingness to travel:**
+ **50% (preferred)**
**Work Location** **: Office working in below locations -**
**Warren House Hotel, Warren Road, Kingston Upon Thames, KT2 7HY**
**Hampton Suites Apartment, Portsmouth Road, Thames Ditton KT7 0XR**
**Crowne Plaza London Kingston, Portsmouth road , Surbiton, KT6 5QQ**
**Ravens Ait, Portsmouth Road, Thames Ditton KT6 4HN**
**Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.**
At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

_This job posting is for a position at a Hotel owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not by IHG or its affiliates. IHG has no involvement in the hiring or day-to-day employment policies or practices of franchisees_ .
_By clicking the apply button, you will be applying for a position with an independently owned and operated franchise hotel, not with IHG or its affiliates, and IHG will not be your employer_ .
**About Us**
Hotel Indigo is an upper-upscale lifestyle brand that captures the true spirit of the neighbourhood. With over 150 properties worldwide, we look for individuals that can inspire our guests to make unique discoveries through meaningful connections to the diverse people, places, and cultures of the local area.
Bring your story, to inspire new ones.
**Your day to day**
**What's on the menu for your next career move? As we prepare to open our doors, we're searching for a Food & Drink Manager, who can blend flavour, flair, and leadership to create unforgettable moments for every guest.**
**Every day is different, but you'll mostly be:**
+ **Driving the vision, standards and energy across our food and beverage outlets, from trendy casual dining to a vibrant cocktail bar**
+ **Whether guests are savouring a cocktail at the bar or indulging in a curated tasting menu, you'll ensure every detail hits the mark**
+ **Inspire, coach and support your team, creating an empowered and high-performing environment**
+ **Collaborate with the leadership and finance teams to manage budgets, increase revenue and ensure our sustainability goals are met**
+ **Ensure compliance, food safety, service excellence, and innovative practices are woven into everything we serve**
**What we need from you**
+ **4+ years experience leading food and drink operations in a hotel, lifestyle or luxury setting**
+ **Proven ability to manage multiple outlets, events or kitchen operations**
+ **A hands-on leader who thrives on teamwork, energy and setting the pace**
+ **Strong business acumen and the ability to manager cost controls and drive profitability**
+ **Relevant certifications or permits, as required by local regulations**
+ **Passion for hospitality trends, sustainability, and creating standout experiences**
+ **Experience with pre-openings or new concepts is a bonus!**
**What we offer**
**We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life.**
**We welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. We are an equal opportunity employer and promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance.**
**If you've got a taste for bold flavours, authentic connections, and leading with style, we want to hear your story. Step into the role of Food & Drink Manager at Hotel Indigo London K West Shepherd's Bush, and help shape a dining experience as vibrant and spirited as the neighbourhood itself. This is more than a role, it's your chance to create something unforgettable with us!**
**Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.**
At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.