Consultant – International Development & Franchising (Foodservice)

Location: Remote (France-based) with travel across France, Benelux, and Switzerland

Employment Type: Full-time

Languages: English and French fluency 

Our client is a premier, European-based strategic advisory firm that serves as the bridge between global restaurant brands and private equity groups.

They specialize in the high-level execution of international expansion and franchising strategies for some of the world’s most recognized hospitality names.

We are seeking a commercially-driven professional to lead business development initiatives across France, Benelux, and French Switzerland.

This is a sophisticated, "consultative selling" role that goes beyond traditional sales—it is about finding the right long-term partners for global brands.

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Head of International Development, you will lead the charge in identifying and securing franchise and Joint Venture (JV) partners.

You will manage the entire lifecycle of a deal, from initial lead generation to the final agreement signature.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Lead Generation: Identify and activate discussions with high-net-worth operators, investment groups, and potential franchise partners.
• Deal Progression: Lead prospects through a rigorous qualification and discovery process, conducting professional brand presentations and managing complex negotiations.
• Market Intelligence: Conduct deep-dive research to identify companies that match specific client target profiles.
• Market Presence: Act as a front-facing expert at key industry networking events and exhibitions (e.g., Franchise Expo Paris) to drive brand visibility.
• Relationship Management: Cultivate strong ties between international brands and local operators, ensuring seamless communication and reporting.

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Industry Background: Proven experience in Business Development or Sales within the restaurant or franchising sectors is essential.
• C-Suite Fluency: You must be comfortable interacting with and presenting to C-level professionals, institutional investors, and business owners.
• Communication: Exceptional oral and written skills in both English and French are mandatory.
  
  Additional European languages are a significant advantage.
• Autonomous Mindset: As this is a remote-first role, you must be highly organized, proactive, and capable of working independently while maintaining a high-performance pipeline.
• Passion: A genuine, deep-seated passion for the foodservice and hospitality industry.

WHY JOIN THIS FIRM?

• Global Exposure: Work with some of the most iconic and high-growth restaurant brands in the world.
• Elite Networking: Build a powerful professional network within the global Private Equity and hospitality investment space.
• Flexibility: Enjoy a remote-first working environment with the support of a multi-national team of experts.
• Progression: Structured, performance-based career growth within a top-tier advisory firm.
• Package: Competitive compensation including a base monthly retainer and a performance-based incentive scheme.

If you are a high-performing business development professional with a strategic mind and a love for the food industry, apply today.

Sent you CV to beatrice@corecruitment.com