Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Northwest | £52,000-£55,000 DOE + 15% Bonus + £4,000 Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits

UK Wide / Hybrid - 1 day a week in the office based in Warrington, Cheshire

We are partnering with a well-established and highly respected national franchise organisation within the care sector to recruit an experienced Business Development Consultant to support the ongoing growth and performance of its franchise network.

This is a commercially focused, relationship-led role supporting business owners to grow profitable, sustainable businesses while maintaining exceptional operational and service standards.

The successful candidate will combine strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence, coach and challenge franchise owners in a supportive and constructive way.

You will manage a portfolio of franchise businesses across the UK, acting as a trusted advisor and key relationship manager. The role focuses on driving revenue growth, improving operational performance, increasing client acquisition and supporting franchise owners to build high-performing teams.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a consultative, multi-site environment and thrives on helping business owners succeed.

Business Development Manager Responsibilities

Support franchise owners to achieve profitable and sustainable business growth

Drive improvements in revenue, client numbers and service delivery

Coach and support owners on sales performance, conversion and business development activity

Review business performance using financial and operational data

Support owners with forecasting, budgeting and business planning

Influence and challenge stakeholders appropriately to drive accountability and performance

Share best practice across the franchise network

Support recruitment and retention strategies

Work collaboratively with operational, marketing and training teams

Deliver workshops, strategy sessions and performance improvement meetings

Support community engagement and local referral network development

Ensure alignment with brand standards and operational expectations

About You

We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience operating within a franchise, multi-site or business consulting environment.

You will ideally demonstrate

Strong relationship management and influencing skills

Commercial awareness and financial understanding

Experience supporting or coaching business owners

Confidence working with KPIs, forecasting and business performance data

A consultative and solutions-focused approach

Resilience and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Previous experience of running your own business or working within a franchise model would be highly advantageous.

Business Development Manager Benefits

Salary of £52,000-£55,000

15% annual bonus

£4,000 car allowance

8% employer pension contribution

Private healthcare for family members

Death in service cover

Wellness allowance

Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Additional holiday purchase scheme

Quarterly paid volunteering day

Hybrid working model

Location & Travel

Hybrid working

One day per week in the Warrington office

Regular UK travel and occasional overnight stays required

If you are commercially driven, relationship-focused and passionate about supporting business owners to achieve growth and success, we would love to hear from you.

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