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Development Director – Franchise Expansion

Inspire Selection

Posted 1 week ago

Employment Type

Full Time

Location

Dubai

Requirements

Proven multi-unit expansion experience, QSR franchise development expertise, International market entry success, Strong negotiation skills, Commercial and financial acumen, Entrepreneurial mindset, Extensive travel willingness

Required Skills

Franchise Development International expansion Market Entry Strategic Leadership

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead franchise development and new market entry across Europe, while supporting growth across the Middle East and India.
  • Identify, evaluate, and secure best-in-class franchise partners aligned with long-term brand and commercial objectives.
  • Lead complex negotiations and development agreements from initial engagement through to execution.
  • Build, manage, and leverage a strong international network of investors, franchise partners, and commercial stakeholders.
  • Assess market opportunities, white space, and partner capability to drive scalable and sustainable growth.
  • Work closely with internal teams across marketing, operations, supply chain, and QA to ensure successful market entry and franchise performance.
  • Provide market intelligence, commercial analysis, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
  • Act as a key representative of the business with external partners across multiple regions.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in multi-unit expansion is non-negotiable.
  • Strong franchise development experience within QSR is highly preferred.
  • Candidates from multi-unit retail or commercial real estate development backgrounds will also be considered.
  • Demonstrated success in international new market entry, particularly across Europe.
  • Exposure to the Middle East and/or India markets is highly advantageous.
  • Exceptional negotiation capability with the gravitas to operate confidently at senior stakeholder level.
  • Strong commercial and financial acumen with the ability to assess deal viability and partner quality.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate effectively in a lean, fast-paced environment.
  • Willingness to travel extensively across Europe, the Middle East, and India.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in franchise development within QSR.
  • Background in multi-unit retail or commercial real estate development.
  • Exposure to Middle East and/or India markets.

Benefits

  • Senior leadership role with significant ownership and influence.
  • Direct exposure to executive leadership and private equity stakeholders.
  • Clear career progression into a future Chief Development Officer.
  • Competitive salary package with performance-based bonus.
  • Flexible location: Either Europe or Dubai.

About the Company

We are representing a global, private equity-backed quick service restaurant and franchise brand entering a significant international growth phase. The business operates in a lean, entrepreneurial environment with ambitious expansion plans across Europe, the Middle East, and India.

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