Business Development Manager - Franchising - Leisure/Fitness

Business Development Manager – Franchising – Leisure/Fitness

Salary: Up to £60,000 + Commission
Location: Remote (with travel)

The Role:

We're recruiting on behalf of a growing business, a dynamic portfolio of boutique fitness and lifestyle brands, and we are seeking a commercially driven Business Development Manager to lead franchise expansion across the UK and the Netherlands. This role requires someone with proven franchising experience who can confidently manage the full franchise sales cycle, build strong commercial relationships, and identify new growth opportunities across both markets.

As Business Development Manager, you'll be responsible for developing a pipeline of prospective franchise partners, managing the sales process from initial enquiry through to completion, and driving the company's expansion strategy across the UK and the Netherlands.

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate and manage a high-quality pipeline through networking, outbound business development and inbound enquiries.
• Manage the full franchise sales process, from initial contact through to signed agreements.
• Deliver engaging presentations to prospective franchise partners, clearly communicating the business opportunity.
• Build relationships with entrepreneurs, investors and commercial partners across the UK and the Nether...