Business Development Manager

Business Development ManagerNorthwest | £52,000-£55,000 DOE + 15% Bonus + £4,000 Car Allowance + Excellent BenefitsUK Wide / Hybrid - 1 day a week in the office based in Warrington, CheshireWe 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 growthDrive improvements in revenue, client numbers and service deliveryCoach and support owners on sales performance, conversion and business development activityReview business performance using financial and operational dataSupport owners with forecasting, budgeting and business planningInfluence and challenge stakeholders appropriately to drive accountability and performanceShare best practice across the franchise networkSupport recruitment and retention strategiesWork collaboratively with operational, marketing and training teamsDeliver workshops, strategy sessions and performance improvement meetingsSupport community engagement and local referral network developmentEnsure alignment with brand standards and operational expectationsAbout YouWe 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 skillsCommercial awareness and financial understandingExperience supporting or coaching business ownersConfidence working with KPIs, forecasting and business performance dataA consultative and solutions-focused approachResilience and the ability to manage multiple prioritiesExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsPrevious experience of running your own business or working within a franchise model would be highly advantageous.Business Development Manager BenefitsSalary of £52,000-£55,00015% annual bonus£4,000 car allowance8% employer pension contributionPrivate healthcare for family membersDeath in service coverWellness allowanceEnhanced maternity and paternity benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgrammeAdditional holiday purchase schemeQuarterly paid volunteering dayHybrid working modelLocation & TravelHybrid workingOne day per week in the Warrington officeRegular UK travel and occasional overnight stays requiredIf you are commercially driven, relationship-focused and passionate about supporting business owners to achieve growth and success, we would love to hear from you.BH36201TPBN1_UKTJ